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All About the Table Vol. 2 Issue 1 Summer 2023-June,July, August
Cover Image Photo/Style- Liz Bushong Table Scape Celebrate America-Patriotic
Features: Knock it out of the Park-Fathers Day Stars & Stripes Half Cake Roll Star Spangled 4th of July Party Ideas Patriotic Slab Pie Dessert Barnside Supper-Patriot Tribute Elmer White End Note-Encouragement & Memorial In Every Issue: Editor's Note Favors & Finishing Touches-Serve in Style Recipe Index & Resources
Table Talk-Devotional Contributors: Connie Clyburn-Table Talk
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Editors Note...
"Duty, Honor, & Country" ." Do it for Innerthose Peace and Joyhallowed words reverently Stated by General Douglas MacArthur... three dictate what you ought to be, what you can be, what you will be."
While taking a Sunday drive thorough the back roads of Telford Tennessee we came upon this lovely old barn. As we gazed at the worn and tattered boards we couldn't help but think about our beautiful country America. Our country has been going though a different kind of war as many of you know and feel it. We may not have boots on the ground, thank the Lord, but we still are battling spiritually, mentally, some with heath issues and financial difficulties. It seems our morality, ethics, lawlessness, and injustice is running rampant. But just like this ole barn, she still proudly displays the American Flag, the symbol of freedom. "Our Flag does not fly because the wind moves it, it flies with the last breath of each soldier who died protecting it."The former owner of the barn Elmer White, a World War II veteran who recently passed away has left a lasting message to us all, While America looks battled and worn, she will always stand strong. No one nor anything can destroy her for SHE was created by God for Liberty, Justice and Freedom for all! This summer issue is about celebrating America, what she ought to be, what she can be and what she will be! We need to start living and celebrating again for our best days are ahead! PAdd a little bit of body text Liz Bushong
Editor/Publisher
Summer Here's to ... SUMMER CELEBRATIONS in Red, White & Blue.
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Blessed (fortunate, prosperous, and favored by God) is the nation whose God is the Lord, the people whom He has chosen for His inheritance. Psalm 33:12 AMP As far back as I can remember, I have loved my country, the good ‘Ol USA. Back in the day, with hands over hearts, we said the pledge of allegiance each morning in school. I still remember that feeling while standing beside my classmates on creaky wooden classroom floors. Perhaps that’s what first instilled a sense of patriotism in me. Family love of country that showed at our summer picnics by the lake, veterans being honored at community gatherings and my parents teaching me by example all helped to promote the value that I still see in this nation. I get misty-eyed when I hear a band play the national anthem or watch patriotic floats sail by in our hometown parade. That’s another thing that I love, local patriotism showing through. The people here still demonstrate their national pride every chance they get. In fact, this area is filled with history representing the early days of our nation’s story. Many monumental events happened right here in the streets and byways, as pointed out by historical markers documenting them on every corner and wide spot in the road. We are rich with examples of our forefathers’ determination to make us a great nation. Some events happening across America in the last few years have had me shaking my head. It makes me sad to see flags burning in the streets and people calling for the destruction of this land that I love. American isn’t perfect and it has many black spots in its history, but I still believe God founded and blessed this nation. It is men who go astray down the wrong roads following the crowd and their own ways. It is human beings who let the enemy invade their thinking and decide to cooperate with him. In the end it brings destruction. It happened in Bible times and sadly, has taken place all over the world down through the courses of history. I often wonder about what I can do to help promote real change. Can I do something to get our nation back on the road to being the greatest on earth? All About the Table Magazine Summer 2023-7
"Stand Tall as an Example to All!" A still, small voice reminds me to stay in God’s Word, pray and trust the One who blessed us from the beginning. This nation was meant to stand tall as an example to all. We have always lent help to those in need. The USA has always been at the forefront of efforts to pull other nations out of the ditch and help them recover from disaster. We have followed the “love thy neighbor” commandment to the letter. I believe that legacy still speaks over us. I also believe that we can all come together to help get this great nation back on the right track. It’s not too late and it’s not hopeless. Through dedicated prayer and following God’s commands, instead of believing everything we read and hear on tv and social media, we CAN make a huge difference. It will take real action and listening to the Holy Spirit’s guidance in matters we encounter daily. If we don’t give up and sit down on the job, God will work through us to achieve His purpose for America. It’s a purpose I believe He still wants to fulfill. Pray with me: Dear Lord, Thank you for the opportunity to partner with you in helping our great nation get back on track. We are still a great nation, one nation under God. I believe this with all my heart, and I commit to standing in you, Lord, to do my part in effecting change in my lifetime.
In Jesus Name!
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Connie is a freelance writer, author and blogger who hails from Tennessee. She has a soft spot for Appalachia and has been known to climb a mountainside to get a story. Connect with her on Face book @Connie Clyburn and on Instagram @wisdom from the doublewide or via her website: http://www.doublewidewisdom.com.
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Barnside Supper Tribute to Patriot Elmer White
Elmer White fondly called by neighbors, "Elm" served in the Army during World War II. Elmer started to express his love for country when he painted the American flag on his barn. Elms father built the family barn over 100 years ago. While 90 year old Elmer is no longer with us his beloved barn with Old Glory stands guard majestically. The rustic but kept beloved barn continues to express Elmers love for country with the beautiful painted flags of Freedom. A tribute to Elmer's service and love of country today is still enjoyed by all. Thank you Elmer for your service to God and Country.
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Star Spangled Barnside Supper Create a Star Spangled Barnside Supper by bringing in a mix of red, white and blue. This patriotic table scape is set to serve 8 guests at this 8' table. White folding chairs compliment the bright place settings, while star studded pillow covers serve as seat covers. At each place-setting, red napkins folded like a party pinwheel sports red, white and blue ribbon ties, while the white dinner plate proudly presents a single edible"firecracker" cupcake in patriotic cups. Cobalt blue glasses, blue and white tablecloth with beautiful floral centerpieces balance and compliment the All American Star Spangled theme. Cupcake picks, poppers, colorful straws adds whimsy to this table. All About the Table Magazine-2023- Summer-13
Assorted fresh flowers create a lovely mix of red and white florals as centerpieces for this long table. The four white vases were repurposed spray-painted protein powder containers. While the arrangements are tall and full, they are placed in between place-settings as not to block view of seated guests. Upside down dessert plates provided a bit of elevation and farmhouse decor to the vase florals.
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"All great change in America begins at the dinner table." Ronald Reagan
Celebrate America with family & friends
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Purchased vanilla cupcakes Red Candy Melts Marshmallows Black Licorice Ropes Patriotic Sprinkles Whipped Cream or Vanilla Buttercream Frosting
Melt candy melts in microwave until smooth, dip marshmallows.. When set, add cut 1" licorice piece for wick, Position on top of piped fresh whipped cream or buttercream frosting sprinkled with patriotic sprinkles. Serve in decorative paper cups.
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Knock it Out..of the Park
for Dad on Fathers Day!
Knock it out of the park this Father’s Day with an All-American Lunch! Dad will sure love your creativity for his special day. Turn his love for the game into a baseball-themed luncheon guaranteed to make your dad’s big day a smash-hit!
Break out the patriotic red, white and blue and transform the back yard into a field-of-dreams for dad. The infield dining table is layered with faux turf while a ball & glove, helmet and bat are grouped together as the centerpiece. In keeping with the All-American pastime Mason jars are painted white with red stitches to resemble a base ball that holds utensils in their place and later the beverage. Red and white placemats with checked napkins add star-spangled panache to the classic white dinner plate. Boxed Old Fashioned Cracker Jack and miniature Baby Ruth Candy Bar's greet dad as he approaches the all-time-great table setting and ball park feast.
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...All Star Menu... Home-made Corn Dogs Hamburger Sliders Brown Sugar Bacon Fries ...All Star Menu... Mini Cherry Pies Old Fashion Root Beer
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Toasted slider buns layered with lettuce, ground sirloin burgers, Pepper Jack cheese, sliced red onions and tomatoes, make this stacked burger a home run. Not to throw a menu curve ball, but you might want to bake an extra batch of the Brown Sugar Bacon Fries. They are delicious! Sugar baked crispy thin fries are served with black pepper and brown sugar bacon strips. Everything dad will want in a french fry, sweet, salty, and spicy flavors. Serve the fries in a star-studded paper cone with sticks of peppered bacon makes this side-dish a grand slam! What is more American than a Cherry Pie? Mini graham cracker crusts are filled with canned cherry pie filling and lemon curd. For an all-time favorite at the ball park, serve dad an Old Fashioned Root Beer. The brand slogan“America’s Premier Root Beer” sports dark bottles perfect for this ball park theme. America’s favorite pastime inspires fans of all ages, especially dads who love the game. So batter up… get a game plan and go for the triple play. Serve the first pitch to your dad, celebrating father's day with this easy to prepare All-American ball park feast. As you wind up your lunch celebration take a moment to let your dad know that he is your favorite MVD… most valuable dad.
Happy Father's Day! All About the Table Magazine-2023- Summer-21
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Knock it Out..of the Park
All Time Favorite Recipes
Ball park Corn Dogs
set aside until dogs are fried.
Ingredients:
In large mixing bowl add flour, cornmeal,
1 cup all purpose flour 2/3-cup cornmeal 3 tablespoons sugar 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder ½ -teaspoon dry mustard ½ teaspoon salt 2 Tablespoons shortening 1 egg 1 ¼ cup evaporated milk 8-10 all beef hot dogs ¼ cup cornstarch 8-10 chopsticks 1-48 ounce canola oil
sugar, baking powder, dry mustard and salt.
Instructions:
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Stir to combine. In separate bowl combine milk, egg and shortening; add liquid ingredients to dry ingredients stirring until batter is medium consistency. If too batter is too thick hot dogs will brown too fast nd will not bake coating, if too thin, batter will not stay on the dog while deep fat frying Dip dogs into batter, then fry in saucepan turning dog to evenly brown, being careful not to burn your
Place ¼ cup cornstarch in pie plate and set
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Yield: 8-10 servings
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Jalapeno-Jack Ranch Sliders Ingredients: 1-pound ground sirloin 1-Tbsp.Worcestershire sauce 1-Tbsp.Jalapeno-Ranch dressing ½ tsp. ground cumin ½ tsp. salt and pepper 4 slices Pepper Jack Cheese 4 slices tomato 4 pieces green leaf lettuce 4 slices red onions 4 slider buns, toasted Condiments:mustard, mayo Garnish: sweet pickle relish or chips, cherry tomatoes and decorative flag pick.
Mini Lemon Cherry Pies
Ingredients: 2 cups Greek yogurt ¼ cup lemon curd-tested Dickinson’s Lemon Curd 4 Mini Graham Cracker Pie Crusts 1-20 ounce Cherry Pie Filling Instructions: In medium mixing bowl combine lemon curd and yogurt blend until smooth. Fill 4 mini crusts with custard and add cherry pie filling to each mini pie. Refrigerate until chilled. Serve with fresh whipped cream. Keep refrigerated. Yield: 4 mini pies
Instructions: In medium bowl, combine sirloin, sauce, and spices. Form into patties, coat with mustard and grill medium high heat 350400 degrees 5-6 minutes or until well done. Serve on buns with lettuce, burger, cheese, tomato, & onion. Garnish with pennant picks or other ball park themed picks. Yield: 4 sliders All About the Table Magazine-2023- Summer-24
Brown Sugar Bacon Fries
Ingredients: 1-(26-oz) bag frozen shoestring French fries* tested Ore Ida Extra Crispy Fast Food Fries 1-(12-oz) package thick sliced bacon 1-cup packed dark brown sugar 1-tsp. cracked black pepper 1-tsp.coarse sea salt Instructions: Yield: 10 servings. Preheat oven to 450F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Place a small baking rack inside baking pan. Spray foil and baking rack with nonstick cooking spray. Place bacon slices on baking rack, sprinkle with cracked pepper. Bake 3 minutes turn over slices and bake 3 more minutes.Sprinkle dark brown sugar over one side of the bacon slices, continue baking until bacon is crisp. Remove from oven and cool.
Create the Look
To create the mason jar baseball beverage containers, gather quart canning jars. Paint the outside of the jars with white acrylic paint. With small paint brush paint baseball stitches in red paint.
On separate foil lined baking sheet spray with nonstick cooking spray. Arrange frozen fries in a single layer on prepared baking sheet bake 2025 minutes until crispy brown. Remove from oven, sprinkle with salt and extra brown sugar granules, toss to coat. Serve warm with three bacon strips or crumble bacon tossed with fries. All About the Table Magazine-2023- Summer-25
Celebrate!
...A Star-Spangled Patriotic Party
Summer brings all kinds of celebrations! This is the season for all things patriotic. Beginning with Memorial Day, followed by Flag day, Fourth of July and Labor Day is cause for gathering with your friends and family. Whether you fire-up the grill or plan a picnic these ideas will make entertaining summer easy. Create these red-white-and-blue dishes for the perfect setting this summer. Grand way to celebrate the USA.
Let's get this party going!
Set a festive table. Shades of blue patterned in florals to checks in the tablecloth and napkins add interest to table.
Pop- up the accent color in red. Select a potted blooming plant for your centerpiece, no arranging needed, just add small flags & sit in center of table. Bring out the real plates. Use white for best presentation of of foods. Your family will appreciate the sturdiness of the dinner plate.
Add cobalt blue whether in glassware or bowls, it is so pretty for Patriotic Parties! Select star-studded red placemats to help separate each place-setting or use a long runner the length of the table for one large placemat on both sides of the table. Serve red-white-and-blue tortellini in salads or kabobs, use a star baking pan and fill with fresh berries, make strawberry shortcakes, cake rolls, firework cookies, lattice pies, and mini charcuteries. So much fun!
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S t a r F r u it M e d l e y
Monterey & PepperJack Cheese Stars
Get your Party On! Red,White & Blue Tortellini Ingredients: 1 pkg. refrigerated tortellini 2 drops each red, blue food gel 1/2 cup baby mozzarella pearls 1/2 cup Italian dressing Instructions: Follow cooking instructions on tortellini packages. Drain and chill. In two zip lock bags, place 1/3 of chilled tortellini in each bag. Tint one bag with red food gel, repeat with other bag blue gel. Toss to color pasta. (Wear gloves if handling pasta). Keep tinted pasta in bags until serving. Place remaining pasta in bowl and add remaining ingredients. Toss to coat. Spoon colored pasta to dish right before serving. Yield: 6-8 pasta servings Mini Charcuteries Make individual mini kabobs for charcuteries; use frilly wooden skewers, wear gloves to thread tinted tortellini as a kabob. Serve tortellini on top of a rectangle shaped cracker. All About the Table Magazine-2023- Summer-29
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Ingredients: Crust-makes 2 rounds 2 1/4 cups all purpose flour 1 Tbsp.granulated sugar 1 tsp. salt 1 cup butter, grated-frozen 5 Tbsp. ice water Pie Filling 6 cups fresh blueberries 2/3 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup all purpose flour 2 Tbsp.corn starch 1/2 tsp.ground cinnamon 2 Tbsp. lemon juice 1 Tbsp. butter, cubed Egg Wash-1 egg +1 Tbsp. milk Instructions: In food processor fitted with metal blade, add flour, sugar and salt, pulse 2-3 times. Grate butter on wax paper, place in freezer for 5 minutes. Remove from freezer and add to flour mix, pulse 6-8 times, add ice water by tablespoons and pulse until dough forms a ball inside bowl. Remove from bowl, divide dough in half, flatten to round disc. Wrap each disc in
plastic wrap, chill 25 minutes. Remove from chill, on flour surface roll out one disc to fit 9" x 2" round springform pan. Place in pan pushing dough up sides and even to top of pan, Place in refrigerator to chill while making filling. Make filling, Stir the blueberries, sugar, flour, cornstarch, cinnamon, lemon juice together in a large bowl. Mix together & evenly place in chilled pie crust. Preheat oven to 425 F. Place rack in middle of oven. Roll second dough disc into 1/8" thickness, Cut dough into 1/2" strips with scalloped edge cutter or sharp knife. Weave strips over and under to form lattice over the top of pie filling. Extend strips over the lower pie crust edge as it will shrink a bit during baking. Brush top with egg wash. Bake425 for 15 mins then lower oven 375 bake 50-60 additional minutes. Yield: 6 -8 servings
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Strawberry Shortcake Ingredients: 4 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup sugar 1 Tbsp. baking powder ½ tsp. baking soda 1 tsp.salt 1 cup butter frozen & shredded 1 egg 1/4 half & half brushing on tops 1 cup buttermilk Macerated Strawberries 2 quarts fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced 1/4 cup sugar for berries Whipped Cream 2 cups heavy whipping cream 1/4 cup confectioners sugar 1/2 tsp. vanilla Instructions: Prepare berries, wash hull and slice as desired. Place in bowl, add sugar mix, cover and chill 30 minutes. Make Biscuit Cakes In large bowl, add flour, sugar, baking powder, soda, salt, toss to blend. Add frozen shredded butter, mix with hands or pastry blender to form pea sized dough pieces. In 2 cup measuring cup, add egg, cream, & buttermilk,
Stir together add to flour mixture. With a fork blend to form a ball, On floured surface, mix dough until it holds together, press into a 1" thick dough round. Cut out biscuits with a 2 1/2" round or star biscuit cutter. Place biscuits on parchment lined baking sheet. Preheat oven to 425 F. Place shortcakes close together on baking sheet for higher rise. Brush biscuits with cream. Bake 15 minutes. Cool. Make whipped cream, in chilled bowl, whip heavy cream to soft peaks, add confectioners sugar and extract, whip on high speed until thick and creamy. Set aside in a bowl, while you assemble shortcakes. Split shortcake in half, layer whipped cream & berries. Yield: 10 shortcakes All About the Table Magazine-2023- Summer-33
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Impromtu S'mores
Enjoy Your Summer!
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You will need 3 packages refrigerated pie crust
Roll 2 refrigerated pie crust to fit 10 x 15 x 1" sheet pan. Press crust up sides of pan. Prick with fork, Roll out another crust, cut into star shapes. Bake crust and stars at 450F for 10-12 minutes. Cool. Cream together 2-8oz pkgs cream cheese + 1/4 cup sugar. Spread over cooled crust. Spread 16 ounces lemon curd evenly over cream cheese. Half & hull strawberries, place on slab, add raspberries, blueberries, blackberries. Garnish with baked cut-out stars. ,
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Favors & Finishing Touches
Party Wheel Napkin Fold
Instructions: 1.Open a 18 x 18" square napkin and place on table. 2.Fold napkin in half. Accordion-pleat the rectangle into 1" pleats. 3.Turn napkin on its side so folds of pleats are facing upright. 4.Find center of napkin, tie ribbon bow in center. 5.Arrange and spread napkin pleats and bow on top of plate. All About the Table Magazine-2023- Summer-38
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Watch how to make the hydrangea centerpiece, napkin rings and pretty table setting. Celebrate good times with family & friends! All About the Table Magazine-2023- Summer-39
Fruit Tea Sangria
Delicious....Easy to Make...Non Alcohol All About the Table Magazine-2023- Summer-40
Welcome the summer season with a thirst quenching Sangria Ice Tea. Serve this sweet fruited non alcohol sangria for all of your celebrations with friends, family and neighbors. This easy to make beverage will be perfect for a hot summer day.
Southern Fruit Tea Sangria Ingredients:Yield:8 servings 8 cups brewed sweet tea 2 cups frozen peach slices 2 cups fresh or frozen fruit chopped raspberries, blackberries, blueberries, strawberries, lemons, and limes 8 sprigs mint - for garnish Instructions: Make Sweet Tea In an 8 cup microwave safe container, fill with water and 4 large family style tea bags. Microwave for 5 minutes. Remove and add 2 cups sugar. Stir to dissolve.
Place peaches and fruit in tea. Mash a few berries to help with infusion of flavor. Cover and set tea aside for one hour or overnight in refrigerator. When ready to serve, add ice to beverage glasses then pour fruited tea over the ice. Add additional sweet tea to infused fruit for refills.Garnish with lemon, lime slices, fresh mint. Tip: if you use frozen fruit, this will keep your sangria cold without adding ice.
To make 4 servings only use 4 cups of tea. Pour half of the sweet tea in a large glass pitcher. All About the Table Magazine-2023- Summer-41
America...
Land of the Free, Home of the Brave As I write this end note I wanted to offer hope and encouragement for a beautiful future. However; I am not naive to the happenings of our world and nation.We have all been through a lot in the last few years, no one has been immune to the heaviness and weight of America's decline. We have been hindered, restricted, opposed, abused by certain few who want dominance and control over "We the People". We shouldn't forget what has happened to our nation but remember the events, so it never happens again to any generation. Many veterans have served this country with valor, honor and duty, even dying for the cause, that's another important reason we must remember. But be encouraged, God wins We win! Let me tell you a story. My father-in-law fought in World War II. He fought on the beaches of Normandy. Having watched many documentaries of that day; I can't even imagine the horror these brave men faced. My father-in-law survived that day and came home after he was wounded. God spared his life. What a long life he lived. Avon was 100 years young when he moved to glory. He was independent, had a very sound mind, could remember dates from years past as well as in the moment, kept records perfectly and was a man of honor, integrity, determination, with a little bit stubbornness. Avon never talked about the war until the day his beloved wife passed from this life. The day of her memorial, we returned to the homeplace and kept dad busy. We began asking him questions; how they met, details about their wedding day and milestones of their 70 years of life together. All About the Table Magazine-2023- Summer-42
After a few moments, he went to his storage cabinet and pulled out a large sealed golden 5 gallon can. As he opened the can, war memories began to flow... so did our tears, tears of joy and sorrow. We were learning things that happened to him that we never knew; the details of the beaches of Normandy and World War II. As we were going through his medals and maps of service he pulled out his Army uniform. Memories poured out of Avon. At the age of 94, he knew his history, dates and remembered all the names of his comrades. It was a wonderful moment, a deeply personal reveal of his hidden past. In tribute to all who have served and lost their lives so we could live free, we must never forget why they served; to protect our freedom from evil who would love nothing more than to literally destroy us. Sadly this evil has infiltrated us from within our own borders. But be encouraged .... God wins We win! America will Never be defeated, as long as we have citizens who stand for freedom, justice and liberty. We can make changes where we are, in our towns, cities, states, schools, churches, and the 7 mountains of society by being willing to take a stand. Do something, say something, pray and pray some more, thats doing something. Jesus always answers prayers! Always!!! He will be with you, strengthen you and never leave your side.Reach out to him, read his word. It is powerful and cuts the enemy to shreds. Wake up church and all, America is depending on you to "stand beside her and guide her, through the night with the light from above." In conclusion,"this nation will remain the land of the free only so long as it is the home of the brave." boldly penned by Elmer Davis. So be brave and carry on! Believe and trust God to see to it that America will be the bright light shining on the hill and that the knowledge of His glory will fill (America & nations) this earth as the water covers the sea. BE ENCOURAGED GOD WINS, WE WIN! Time to celebrate America and stand for liberty and justice for all. God Bless America and YOU!
Photo taken 2015
"America was not built on fear. America was built on courage, on imagination, and an unbeatable determination to do the job at hand." Harry S. Truman
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Fir eW ork sC ook ies
Ingredients
Fire Works Cookies
3 cups all purpose flour 1-1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 egg 1 cup butter (2 sticks)-not margarine-tested: Land o Lakes salted
1 tsp. vanilla or creme bouquet extract 1 cup granulated sugar Frosting: 2 cans purchased White Buttercream Frosting 2-3 drops red food gel 2-3 drops navy food gel 3 Disposable pastry bags with tips # 5 per bag, Toothpicks for frosting web design. Instructions: Preheat oven to 375 F. Line baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside. With a stand mixer prepare cookie dough, cream sugar and butter until fluffy, about 5 minutes. Add eggs and flavoring. Mix dry ingredients in separate bowl and add to butter mixture. Mix well. Divide dough in half and place between two sheets of parchment paper to roll into 1/4-1/2" thickness..repeat with remaining dough. Chill for 5 minutes. With 2″ round scalloped edged metal cookie cutter cut out cookies.
With 2″ round scalloped edged metal cookie cutter cut out cookies.Bake at 375 degrees for 8-10 minutes. Do not allow to brown. Let cool on rack before frosting.
Frosting cookies: In three separate bowls, add 1/2 cup canned frosting to each bowl.Drop red food gel in one bowl, navy food gel in second bowl and no gel in third bowl. Stir to blend with separate spoons.Fill each pastry bag with each colored frosting.With a shallow bowl, add 1/2 cup white frosting to bowl. Microwave 15 seconds until melted.With cooled cookie, dip one cookie upside down into melted white frosting. Allow to drip excess frosting off cookie. While frosting is soft, pipe red center in round rings, pipe white rings around the red, and pipe blue around the white. Repeat process until entire cookie is covered with rings of colored frosting. With a tooth pick, beginning in center of cookie, lightly drag the wet frosting to the outer edge of cookies. Divide the dough into quarters and drag three passes with in each quadrant. Yield: 24-36 cookies
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Recipe & Resource Index Recipes: Firecracker Cupcakes Ball Park Corn Dogs Jalapeno Sliders Mini Cherry Pies Bacon Fries Star Fruit Medley Patriotic Tortellini Blueberry Lattice Pie Strawberry Shortcake Half Roll Cake linked Berry Slab Pie Fruit Tea Sangria
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DIY Projects: Flower Centerpiece Mason Jar Balls Favor-Finish Touches Party Wheel Napkin Video-4th of July
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Memorial Tribute Patriot Elmer White Patriot Avon Bushong
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Resources: Party Poppers-Dollar tree Sophistaplate Paper straws Cupcake cups Hobby Lobby- 4th July picks Pillow covers Napkin ribbon Metal vase Star pan
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Credits: Barn for Photo shoot Elmer White Allen Jarrett, Barn Owner
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Patriotic Quotes General Douglas McArthur Anonymous-Flag..wind moves Former President Ronald Reagan Elmer Davis Former President Harris Truman
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Contributor Connie Clyburn-Author Table Talk Devotional
Thank you Mr & Mrs. Jarrett for allowing us to photograph your lovely barn!
Recipe Development,Food Styling, Photography,Table-scapes, Florals and Creative Content/Comments by Liz Bushong, unless noted otherwise.
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