Fourth of July Cake : Fourth of July Cake: Flag Fondant Pattern

Make an American flag with fondant by preparing a pattern. Create a flag pattern using fondant with tips from a professional baker in this free holiday recipe video about making a Fourth of July cake.

Expert: Karen Weisman
Bio: Karen Weisman graduated from Boston University with a degree in Hotel and Food Management. Since then, she has helped a national grocery store chain develop and launch a gourmet food division.
Filmmaker: Karen Weisman

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fourth of july dessert recipes?

i am having friends and family over for the fourth of July, but i am stuck on a cute patriotic dessert. well be grilling and being outside and swimming.. usual fourth of july stuff. so i really don’t want it to be too fancy. maybe something like cupcakes that look like flags, but i want to be a little more creative than that… HELP!!!

My late sister made this every year for the fourth
Its called Wave your flag cake from Kraft
http://www.kraftfoods.com/kf/recipes/wave-your-flag-cake-50205.aspx?cm_mmc=eml-_-csc-_-fourth_july_favs-_-NA

What foods do you have for the fourth of July!!?

Do you have ethnic or American foods for the 4th of July

It’s your party, have whatever food you want to serve. Our usual menu consists of Barbecue chicken, steak, hot dogs and burgers(thank goodness I’m not the one runnin the grill, that’s the guys job LOL) and usually potato salad, macaroni salad, salsa(mild for me thank you) and tortilla chips and potato chips and some desserts(jello mold, cake, or cupcakes).

It doesn’t really matter if it’s ethnic or not, as I said before it’s what you choose to serve. I think it’s a wonderful idea to serve ethnic foods as men and women of various ethnicities have fought and even died for the very freedoms and independence we hold dear. There is no “set” menu for a 4th of July get together.

So enjoy your festivities and have a happy and safe 4th! 🙂

What to take with me on the fourth of July?

I am going to the fireworks on the fourth of July and I may have to babysit a two year old. I want to know what to bring along in his diaper bag. Like what to bring to keep him entertained, and in case there is an emergency. Also what should I bring to the fire works with me. Be specific!!! Thanks to everyone who awswers!

*extra diapers and wipes and ointment
*pacifier (if still uses one)
*band-aids
*cell phone
*tissues
*any medicine he might need. only if mom or dad or gardian told you to use it.
*extra pair of keys if u have one to keep in the bag
*snacks and drinks in a cooler
*toys for sitting still
*blanket to sit on
*some food
*extra clothes and a jacket or somthing for both of you incase it gets chilly
*bug spray
*sun screen
*stuffed animal or blanket or whatever he wants
*sun glasses (2)
*flashlight
*ball or somthing to play with before they start
*book to read to him just incase

Good Luck and Have Fun!!!!

Rustic Old Glory Patriotic 4th of July Party Supplies

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Up for your consideration is this Great Lot featuring the Rustic Old Glory Theme Patriotic Party Supplies!  There is enough here for 8 guests.   There are 8 Luncheon Plates, 16 Luncheon Napkins, and 8 Cake Plates.   Luncheon plates measure 8.75 inches across, Cake Plates measure 6.75 inches.     We do have more of these sets available now, plus tons of other patriotic decor and supplies!       All are NEW and unused.

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4TH OF JULY RED WHITE BLUE 3 FOOD COVER BBQ NET TENT

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***** NEW *****

AMERICAN FLAG FOOD COVERS
RED, WHITE AND BLUE

Protect  food  from outdoor pests!

IN STOCK AND READY FOR IMMEDIATE SHIPMENT!!!

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SET OF 3

* Measures 14¾”sq. X 11½”  when fully opened.
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Made of nonwoven fabric.

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Decorations 4th of July – Cullen’s Ideas

This is an easy and inexpensive idea for the 4th of July using sand and vases..

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Anyone have some good fourth of july recipes?

My husband’s job is having a little party for the 4th of July. He volunteered me to bake something for them? Does anyone have any good dessert recipes?

Double Berry Layer Cake

1 pkg strawberry cake mix
2/3 cup strawberry jam, divided
2 1/2 cups fresh blueberries, rinsed, drained and divided
1 8 oz container Cool Whip whipped topping, divided
Fresh strawberry slices, for garnish

Preheat over to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. Prepare, bake and cool cake according to package directions. Place one cake layer on serving plate. Spread with 1/3 cup of strawberry jam. Arrange 1 cup of blueberries on jam. Spread 1/2 the whipped topping to within 1/2 inch of cake edge. Place second cake layer on top. Repeat with remaining 1/3 cup strawberry jam, 1 cup blueberries and remaining whipped topping. Garnish with strawberry slices and remaining 1/2 cup blueberries. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Tip: For best results, cut cake with serrated knife; clean knife after each slice.

Peanut Butter Sundaes

1/4 cup peanut butter
1 tbsp butter or margarine, softened
1 tbsp light corn syrup
1 pint (2 cups) vanilla ice cream
4 tsp chopped, dry roasted peanuts
1/2 cup hot fudge ice cream topping
1/4 cup whipped cream, if desired
4 maraschino cherries, if desired

In a small bowl, combine peanut butter, margarine and corn syrup; blend well. Spoon 1/4 cup ice cream into each of four 6 to 8 oz clear plastic or paper cups. Top each with peanut butter mixture and peanuts. Spoon another 1/4 cup ice cream into each cup; press down gently. Cover each cup with foil. Freeze 30 minutes or until ready to serve.

To serve, spoon 2 tablespoons ice cream topping into each cup. Top each with hot fudge, whipped cream and cherry.

Watermelon Ice

1/2 small watermelon, peeled, seeded and cut into 1 inch chunks (about 6 cups)
3 tbsp powdered sugar
1 tbsp lemon juice
1/4 tsp salt

In covered blender at low speed blend 1 cup of the watermelon chunks with powdered sugar, juice and salt until smooth; add remaining watermelon and blend until smooth. Pour into 9″ x 9″ baking pan; cover with foil or plastic wrap and feeze until partially frozen, about 2 hours.

Spoon watermelon mixture into a large, chilled bowl. With mixer at high speed, beat until fluffy. Return mixture to baking pan and freeze until firm, about 1 1/2 hours.

To serve: Remove from freezer and let stand for 10 minutes at room temperature for easier scooping.

Pineapple Upside Down Cake

1/2 cup margarine
2 cups packed brown sugar
1 15 oz can pineapple chunks
maraschino cherries, drained
yellow cake mix

This is one of my all time favorite recipes. I make it every Fourth of July and get raving reviews and an empty pan every time!

Preheat over to 375 degrees F. Before making the cake batter, prepare the topping: In a 13″ x 9″ pan place the margarine and put in the oven until it melts. Sprinkle the brown sugar over the margarine. Drain the pineapple chunks; use pineapple to form flowers in the sugar mixture. Use a cherry for the center of each flower.

Prepare the cake batter as box directs, but carefully spoon the batter over the design in the baking pan. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool in pan, on wire rack, ten minutes.

Then loosen cake from sides of pan ; place platter on top of pan and invert both; lift off pan. (If any of the fruit sticks to the pan, lift off with a spatula and replace in the design on cake.

4th of July Activities?

What are some inexpensive ways to celebrate the fourth of July. Hey guys and gals could you please also share the activites you do on the 4th of July.
I kind of want to stay home and get on the roof and watch the fireworks but thats at night time…so I need some ideas and activities do before then and Recipes if you could please….
Thanks all!

Okay, here’s what we do…I make a “to die for” chocolate cake the night before the fourth. We go to my husband’s brothers because out of six brothers,,,this is the rich one…He has three huge decks and a swimming pool, plus a pond….so it is fun to go there..

He grills the meat and we all bring side dishes…mine is dessert. After the kids play in the pool, we have our cookout. Then my husband and musicians and singers we know, all get together under the trees,,,we sit up a stage with mics and such…and everyone sings. One of his brothers and his wife, are a Gospel duo,,,my husband and the rich brother were in a band for years…first country and then Gospel…..my nieces all sing country…and all of them end up with old time rock and roll….”Build me up Buttercup” and Elvis songs being favorites…”Mustang Sally”..”Elvira”…that sort of thing…

then I usually wash dishes that are dirty, we use paper plates and cups but there is always dirty dishes, and I alway do them because no on else will start and I want to go home because I am tired..If I waited on one of my other Sister in laws,,,we would still be there at dark…so that is what we do….It really is a lot of fun though…my DH was a lead singer for years so he enjoys singing especially and it nice to hear the two of them be funny…they crack us up.

So that is what we do…Oh, and if the Casino puts on a fireworks display, some of the younger ones will go and watch that. I’m not sure if they have the display since Hurricane Katrina…We live on the Ms Gulf Coast.

15 4TH OF JULY SPARKLE Stickers Party Favors Supplies

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15 Individual 4TH OF JULY ~ SPARKLE stickers.

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4th of July Party invitations Party supplies 8 pk

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American Flag Join the Celebration 8 pk Fourth of July party invitations

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What is a perfect fourth of July recipe?

Hi all, I’m Dave Lieberman and I’m searching high and low across the nation to bring you Real Food. What is Real Food you ask? All I know is when you taste it, there’s no longer a question. It’s obvious – it’s that amazing burger you had as a kid or your grandmother’s famous meatballs. It’s that taco stand in New York that you’ve dreamt about. Bottom line, it’s the foods that we don’t forget. This week, on my Real Food quest, I set out to find you the best Real Food for an unforgettable 4th of July.

First stop, Willie’s Dawgs in Brooklyn, NY. Try these recipes and you’ll understand why people wait on lines.

Willie’s Dawgs Red Onion Sauce (Recipe Courtesy of Willie’s Dawgs)

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

3 onions, sliced

3 cloves garlic, minced

2 tablespoons tomato paste

2 tablespoons white vinegar

11/2 teaspoons paprika

3/4 cup of water

2 tablespoons sugar

1tsp hot sauce

½ tsp salt

½ tsp black pepper

In a medium-sized pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat; add the onion slices and garlic and sweat for about 5 minutes, until opaque and tender. Add tomato paste and cook for another 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Add remaining ingredients and bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer, uncovered, for about 40 minutes. Serve over hot dogs.

Here’s my world-famous 4th of July recipe for buffalo Burgers, Potato Salad & Lemonade and I’ve been told they taste pretty darn “real.” Let me know how they compare to Willie’s Dawgs… think I’d get a line going too?

Buffalo Burgers with Special Sauce

1 ½ pounds ground buffalo meat

¼ cup finely chopped parsley

2 cloves finely chopped garlic

1 tablespoon Worchestire sauce

Salt

Freshly ground pepper

½ cup Hellmann’s mayonnaise

¼ cup ketchup

1 tablespoon Tabasco sauce

Toppings:

Sliced tomato, red onion, avocado, lettuce

Potato Salad:

2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes boiled and cut into cubes

3/4 cup Hellmann’s mayonnaise

¼ cup Dijon mustard

Handful of fresh dill, finely chopped

Handful of fresh tarragon, finely chopped

Freshly ground pepper

1 shallot, finelly chopped

Juice of 1 lemon

Combine all ingredients in a large mixing bowl and toss.

Orange Mint Lemonade

2 cups fresh squeezed lemon juice

2 cups fresh squeezed orange juice

¾ cup supefine sugar

1 big handful of mint sprigs

Combine lemon juice, orange and sugar in a large pitcher and mix until sugar has dissolved. Add mint and enough water to dilute to taste. Serve over ice. Garnish with a piece of sugar cane if you choose.

The Vendley Brothers

Every week we’re going to be sharing a video from viewers just like you who send in their food stories. Here’s our first and I think it’s pretty cool. Check it out and make sure to send in your own videos!!

Here’s their good-looking pulled pork tacos:

Calexico Pulled Pork Tacos:

Serves: a bunch of hungry people

Part 1: Shredded Pork

1 large pork roast, preferably shoulder or Boston butt

– Preheat oven to 225 degrees

– Rub a generous amount of kosher salt and black pepper to both sides of the meat, patting so it adheres.

– Put the pork in a roasting pan and roast until the pork is falling apart and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part registers 165 degrees – about 6-8 hours

– Allow pork to rest until it is cool enough to handle.

– Shred into large pieces by pulling the meat apart with 2 large forks.

– Using hands, sift through the meat and remove any excess fat or connective tissue.

Part 2: Chipotle Sauce:

Makes about 4 cups

2-3 canned chipotle chiles (plus more if you want it hotter)

8-10 garlic cloves, unpeeled

3 pounds ripe tomatoes

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

2-3 tablespoons brown sugar

1-2 tablespoons cider vinegar

Salt & pepper

– Under a hot broiler, roast garlic in their skins until soft.

– Cool, remove from skins.

– Lay tomatoes on a baking sheet and place about 4 inches from hot broiler. When they blister and blacken, turn them over and roast on other side.

– Put tomatoes, chipotle peppers and garlic into a blender and puree. Work in batches if necessary.

– Heat oil in a heavy saucepan over medium-high heat. Add sauce and sear it in the oil, stirring for 10 minutes so that it concentrates and darkens into a brick-red color.

– Add half of the brown sugar and vinegar. Taste and add more if necessary. The sauce should be tangy, sweet, smoky and spicy all at once, similar to American barbecue sauce but with more heat.

– Season with salt and pepper.

Mix with shredded pork and serve on a warm corn tortilla with shredded cabbage, a squeeze of lime, and your favorite taco toppings: sour cream, cilantro, chopped green onions, avocado, fresh tomato salsa, etc.

"Pin The Beard On Uncle Sam” 4th of July Party Game NEW

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“Pin The Beard On Uncle Sam” Game

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Have some fun with a patriotic game!

Play “Pin The Beard On Uncle Sam” at your Fourth of July party, summer birthday party or a picnic.

Kids will love this fun activity indoors or out.

Includes a 22″ paper poster, 12 beards and one cardboard blindfold with elastic strap.

Instructions included.

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4th of July Party Ideas

Fourth of July Party Ideas, party planning, barbecue, fireworks, decorations, recipes.

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Cactus Cuties Sing Star Spangled Banner – Fourth of July ’08

This was on 700 Club, July 4, 2008. Great job girls!

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