Tag Archives: summer

Fresh Peach Cake

Posted on August 28, 2022 by swellkid recipes

This is the perfect end to a summer meal. The cake is buttery and not too sweet, the peaches add a tart, juicy tang. This makes one 9-inch round cake, but the recipe is easily doubled if you want to … Continue reading →

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Frozen Gin and Tonic

Posted on June 11, 2019 by swellkid recipes

It’s hot in Portland. I was making my sons a frozen blueberry and lemonade smoothie after school and I thought to myself,  hmmm, if I put a gin and tonic in the blender will it be delicious?  And then I … Continue reading →

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Negroni Spritz

Posted on May 27, 2019 by swellkid recipes

Italians are the best at cocktail hour. In Italy if you sit down for a cocktail in a bar they will bring you a delicious assortment of bar snacks at no charge. Apertivi, the drinks you might have before dinner … Continue reading →

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Fresh Tomato Pesto

Posted on August 22, 2016 by swellkid recipes

When the tomatoes are ripe and get that intense flavor of summer I love to come up with different uses for them.  This is an uncooked sauce that can be tossed with any type of pasta.  We used it for … Continue reading →

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Spicy Broccoli Slaw

Posted on May 30, 2016 by swellkid recipes

This broccoli slaw makes a great accompaniment to burgers and dogs on the grill.  The kick comes from onion and cayenne pepper.  This would also make a great condiment for grilled brats or tacos. 1 T. vegetable oil 1/2 t. … Continue reading →

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Root Beer Teriyaki Kabobs

Posted on May 17, 2016 by swellkid recipes

Root beer works as a terrific marinade for beef.  Not only does it tenderize\ a less expensive cut, but it creates little caramelized edges when cooked. It’s an easy marinade to throw together, and could be used with pork or … Continue reading →

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Flaky Huckleberry Scones

Posted on August 9, 2015 by swellkid recipes

Fresh huckleberries are amazing! They are something like a deeply ripened blueberry that took a bath in blackberry juice. They can be tough to find since they have a very short season here in Oregon. Huckleberries are also fragile and … Continue reading →

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Easy S’Mores Cookie Bars

Posted on July 1, 2015 by swellkid recipes

In many areas in the Pacific Northwest this Fourth of July, campfires are prohibited due to high risk of wildfires. If you’re like me, then making S’mores is a pretty important part of camping, and summer in general. What’s a … Continue reading →

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All Strawberries, All The Time

Posted on June 23, 2015 by swellkid recipes

Please enjoy this round-up of my favorite strawberry recipes, before strawberry season is over! Just click the link or picture for the recipe. Strawberry Cake with Rhubarb Cream    Almost Instant Strawberry Sorbet   Fresh Strawberry Ice Cream      … Continue reading →

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Basil Whiskey Soda

Posted on July 12, 2014 by swellkid recipes

Basil and whiskey go together surprisingly well! This basil simple syrup is easy to make and is a great addition to a gin and tonic or even a glass of bubbles. I like Irish whiskey for its drinkability, my favorite … Continue reading →

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