JULY #ATECRAFTNIGHT INFO

Finally releasing this months #ATECraftNight info!! 

***NOTE: Due to an upcoming crazy schedule, this will be the LAST Craft Night until FALL, so don't miss out!!

We will also be welcoming back the lovely LUXE WAGON this month! 

Let's say goodbye to the summer in style with this fun summery craft! Paypal or email athundercarson@gmail.com to reserve your spot today! Limited spots available! Open to the public!

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Um Yum: Pesto Tortellini Skewers

Sharing a super easy appetizer recipe that is delicious, and pretty to look at! I made these at June #ATECraftNight, and they were a big hit! I love apps that you can make a head of time, and can be served hot or cold!

Pesto Tortellini Skewers:

Ingredients: 

-Tortellini (Frozen or in Dairy Section)

-Small Container of Pesto

-Olive Oil

-Parmesan Cheese

-Wood Skewers

Recipe:

-Boil tortellini, ***but make sure not to over cook***Very Important!!!

-Once done, rinse and let cool, then add 2-3 to each wood skewer

-Put a few teaspoons of olive oil & a few teaspoons of pesto on a plate, and roll each skewer in it

-Put the remaining pesto in a side dish for dipping(a little pesto goes a long way)

-Sprinkle on parmesan & serve cold(or hot!)

I also made mini individual bowls of 'Cucumber Tomato' salad and you can find the recipe HERE!

Photos By: Balee Images

Cucumber Tomato Summer Salad

One weirdo fact about me--- I don't like lettuce. I just don't! So whats a girl to do when it comes to salads!?!? I have the most delicious-easy-colorful recipe for you, and I promise it will be a big hit at your next summer party! I am planning on serving this in personal size cups at my next #ATECraftNight!

Ingredients: 

2 Cucumbers

1 Carton of Cherry Tomatoes

1 Red Onion

1/2 Bunch Chopped Cilantro

1/2 Bunch Chopped Dill

Salt

Pepper
Red Pepper Flakes

1/2 Cup Balsamic Dressing

1 Container of Blue Cheese or Feta

Directions:

Chop all ingredients in a large salad serving bowl, add dressing, chill for 30 minutes & ENJOY! Um yum!

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Modern Momma: Yummy DIY Summer Popsicles

Yummy DIY Summer Popsicles

By Lauren

You guy these are so easy your going to wonder why you haven't made your own!

For my first batch I cut up some peaches and nectarines out maybe a tablespoon of honey ad a splash of orange juice in my magic bullet and poured into molds. Since my son went through all of them in one day, I had to make more. The next batch I did were strawberries and frozen chocolate covered banana bites. Just those two ingredients blended and poured into molds. Are you guys dumbfounded?! Seriously. My next ones I want to do (not super healthy) are just gummy bears an sprite. How refreshing does thy sound?  And after I have baby number 2, I WILL be making these watermelon margarita Popsicles for me!

http://www.bunkycooks.com/2011/06/watermelon-margarita-popsicles-for-casual-friday/

And here are some of my favorite molds- I'm seriously addicted.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00CUIVXZ6/ref=mp_s_a_1_19?qid=1400692454&sr=8-19

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B007ACTN3G/ref=aw_1st_sims_8?pi=SL500_SS115&simLd=1#

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00D9HQ30W/ref=mp_s_a_1_7?qid=1400692898&sr=8-7

And P. S. I've notices the sticks that have holes in them work better than the ones that don't. Or if you don't want to buy molds just youse Dixie cups and popsicle sticks!!

Moms Day #Brunchfast

This Moms Day, we hosted my fam over at our house, to treat my mom and grandma to a nice meal, where they didn't have to do a single thing! This was actually the first time ever, because if you know my mom, you would know like lots of moms out there, the reason they cook, clean, and take care of us, if because they WANT to.... so typically on Mothers Day, my mom has us over, and cooks a big meal! Not this year mom, I got you! ;)

I decided to have a fun donut theme, and incorporated a lot of fun free printables and inspirations from my favorite bloggers, as well as supplies from the #ATEPartyShop! Scroll down to see all the sources and recipes from the food I made! 

The Decor:

Hello Tosha: The Alison Show: Hey Mama Poster & Placemats

Oh Happy Day Free Donut Printable

Studio Diy Inspired Donut Balloons

Oh Joy for Target Napkins

#ATEPartyShop Pom Pom String, Confetti, & Straws

The Food:

-Donut Hole/Strawberry Skewers

-Personal Size Veggie & Dip(in small clear plastic cups)

-Hello Happy Breakfast Crescent Pizza

-Martini Glass Yogurt/Granola/Fruit Cups

-Mini Egg Salads

-Sour Cream Coffee Cake Muffins

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Fun Foods: Brownies in a Cup

The Modern Momma made the cutest little DIY this week! This 'Brownies in a Cup' idea is so cute and the perfect hostess or 'just because' gift! All you need is a microwave safe cup and a black sharpie; and if you wanted to get fancy, buy the supplies to make the brownies to go with it! 

A great idea for when you just need that quick little sweet tooth fix and you don't want to make an entire pan of brownies! 

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Peach Pineapple Mason Jar Cocktail

I planned on sharing another DIY today, but due to the recent weather conditions outside, I thought we all may need a cocktail or ten. I made these on craft night, and not only were they cute, but super delicious! I loved having all the cocktails pre-made, made my hostess job easy!

Recipe:

3 ounces Vodka

Equal Parts Pineapple Juice & Peach Juice 

Finish off with a paper straw and a strip of wash tape!

Cucumber Hummus Bites

Its Friday Ya'll! Entertaining this weekend, going to a party?!?! Sharing my go to easy peasy delicious appetizer of choice... Cucumber Hummus Bites! Not only are these super easy, but they are inexpensive, vegan friendly, delicious, and most importantly 'pretty'! I mean presentation is everything right?! :)

{If you are too mesmerized by my awesome Pendelton platters to pay attention, 

get your own set HERE! }

Caramel Apple Martini

I want to share one of my favorite drinks for this time of year! Not only is it delicious, but it's easy too! 

Recipe:

1/2 parts Smirnoff Caramel Vodka

1/2 parts Green Apple Pucker

Caramel Sauce (Available at some liquor stores or on Amazon HERE)

*crushed Cashew rim & cinnamon stick optional*

*Recipe* Jumbo Stuffed Banana Peppers

Its been a while since I have shared a delicious recipe! 

A few weekends ago when I was in Buffalo, NY watching my brother play football, GO BULLS;  we went to the guys FAVORITE restaurant and quite possibly the only place they go.... did I mention it is across the street from their house! HA, and happens to have the BEST wings ever!! 

Anyways, the owners of 'The Bon' are SO awesome and bring out samples for everyone to have on Sundays...while we were there, they brought out the most amazing jumbo stuffed banana peppers; stuffed mostly with ricotta cheese! 

Yesterday my husband requested I try out those peppers! We went to Sawyer Garden Center and got the most delicious ingredients, including HUGE banana peppers! Out of the million fresh cheeses they have there, they actually didn't have ricotta, so we used feta & crumbled blue cheese instead, and they were TO DIE FOR!!!! 

I usually cook everything, and then my husband eats it all, not yesterday, we were fighting over the last pepper! :)

YOU NEED: 6 Large Banana Peppers, Feta Cheese Crumbles, Blue Cheese Crumbles(I know a lot of people don't like blue cheese, so use whatever cheese your little heart desires) , Parmesan Cheese, Red Pepper Flakes, Sirache, Salt & Pepper

Step 1: Cut a sliver of the tops off the peppers and de-seed.

 Step 2: Mix all of your ingredients in a bowl and slightly mash up (sorry I really don't measure, I am bad about that) just use your best judgement on how much filling you are going to need for the size of your peppers; and my hubs said, the more filling the better! 

***I will say go light on the sirache... the red pepper flakes and peppers are also hot, so you don't need a lot! 

Step 3: Line up your peppers in a cooking pan and fill.

Step 4: Top with parm cheese and bake on 400 for 10 minutes... I then broiled for 5 more minutes to get that crispy golden brown cheese on top!

 Let cool & ENJOY!

Recipe: Chicken & Pancake Bites

For every ATE Craft Night I try and make something fun and unique to snack on...

Last nights Chicken & Pancake bites were a BIG HIT! YUM, I could literally eat these every day! SO  SO good!

Need: Tyson Garlic Boneless Chicken Wings, Mini Frozen Pancakes, Butter Syrup, Red Pepper Flakes, Skewer Sticks.

These were literally SO easy! 

All you have to do is bake the chicken and the pancakes at 400 for 15 minutes. Take them out, skewer them. Cover in syrup and sprinkle red pepper flakes on top! 

Strawberry Rolo Skewers

Last months Craft Night featured a fun summertime treat, that I must share! I was inspired by a brownie skewer that I saw on Pinterest...but A. I didn't feel like making brownies & B. I kind of thought brownies may be a little messy...so as I'm running around the grocery store, I immidiately thought of using Rolos! Turns out it was a big hit, and the Rolos fit nicely on the skewers! 

All you need is some fresh strawberries & blueberries and a big bag of rolos! (I used short skewer sticks)

Rustic S'more Kit Party Favors

This past weekend was our Modern Momma's little guy's first birthday! She made the most ADORABLE rustic party favors!!!!

DIY Rustic S'more Kit Party Favors

By Lauren:

Need: Paper Bags, Craft Tags, Metalic Sharpie, Clips, Chocolate Bars, Marshmallows, Graham Crackers.

LOVE LOVE LOVE these!!! Think they would be so perfect for any party or wedding!!! 

Parmesan Cilantro Lime Corn

WARNING: You will never eat corn the same way after this...

A few summers ago my BFF Emily shared the most delicious corn recipe with me! I immediately fell in love, shared the recipe with my mom(she added the cilantro), and now we seriously don't eat corn any other way now! We have even shared the recipe with friends and now pretty much everyone we know LOVES this corn!!! 

Need:

corn(on the cob)

olive oil

cilantro

shredded parmesan cheese

cayenne pepper

lime

How To:  

While grilling(or boiling your corn) Finely chopped up your parmesan and cilantro and combine in a bowl and add a couple table spoons of cayenne pepper. Wedge Lime. Once corn is done, drip olive oil on it, sprinkle on your cheese/cilantro/cayenne pepper mixture and lastly squeeze on lime juice! ENJOY!! Seriously make this tonight, I PROMISE you will not be sorry! 

Hope everyone has a great week!!! We have 2 photo shoots, and our Craft Night this week!! Yay us:)!