It's Labor Day weekend and that means we are marking the end of summer (sigh) and moving into fall. Spending the weekend with friends and family at a laid-back and casual get together is perfectly appropriate. Make it special yet effortless with these no-cook recipes that require little prep time so you can enjoy a labor-less day.
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| Spiked Ice Tea (Photo from Martha Stewart) |
Ice tea makes the perfect beverage because it's easy and refreshing. Spike it for an adult treat or leave it simply sweet for younger ones. Make your own or buy a pre-made version and try adding lemon, mint, or sliced peaches to dress it up. Add rum, bourbon, or vodka if you please and serve in mason jars or a big pitcher. Cheers!
Serve these no-cook little treats with grape tomatoes, almonds, cucumbers, olives, and pita chips for a pretty yet easy appetizer. Want to make it even easier? Simply cut cubes of feta and toss with olive oil, lemon, fresh herbs, and red pepper flakes and serve it up on a platter with pitas and veggies.
Making one large sandwich on a loaf of ciabatta or french bread means less prep time for you. Simply prepare sandwich ahead of time and slice up when it's time to eat! This one combines salami, ham, and provolone, but you can use whatever you prefer or have on hand. Using a store-bought rotisserie chicken also works great for a quick chicken salad.
A corn salad like this one makes a great side dish for your sandwiches and takes advantage of all the in-season produce. You can also add black beans or jalapenos for a kick.
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| Mini Yogurt Pies (Image from Stephanie's Kitchen) |
We've been making this recipe for years and it seriously couldn't get easier. While the original is made in a full size graham cracker crust, we love the individual crusts they are selling now. Use whatever yogurt flavor you want and top with fresh fruit for an extra little touch. Take out the pies about 15 mins prior to serving so they're not too firm. Get the recipe here from
Kraft Recipes.
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