We had towels, sunscreen, and our Cutter spray on hand for the guests. I honestly have to say, since Jeff treated the backyard with the Cutter Backyard Bug Control a few days ago, no one has been bothered with bites.
The kids swam and swam. We had watermelon and kool-aid for the little ones, swimming can make you hungry.
For dinner, Jeff grilled chicken skewers with onions and green bell peppers, drizzled with a sweet teriyaki sauce. He threw a few hot dogs on the grill for the kiddos too. Then he made creamy crock-pot mac'n'cheese. My mom brought over tender brisket and homemade barbeque sauce with rolls and her special potato salad. I made red velvet cupcakes for dessert.
Everyone had fun, ate lots of yummy food, and now we are officially ready for summer!
Did you cook-out this past weekend? What is your favorite summer recipe?
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Come on back for more ways to celebrate Summer- including a tutorial to make your own Patriotic Wreath and ways to keep you (and your kiddos) entertained once school is out!
**I received products and compensation from Cutter for this post. All opinions are my own.