Labor Day celebrates the efforts of workers across the nation. It’s also the time of year when classes start back up, stores are having sales everywhere, and the holiday season is right around the corner. Summer officially feels at an end (even if the actual first day of fall is September 22nd). In fact, you have probably already seen store shelves filling up with Halloween decor and pumpkin flavored goodies being advertised. We are officially heading straight for fall. So, how can we celebrate our last summer hurrah, while also celebrating the accomplishments we’ve made this year? Labor Day is the perfect solution for both. Will you be having a party/cookout or will you be attending one? If so, we have some great recipes to choose from:
Main Courses:
1. Aloha BBQ Burger Sliders
2. Black Bean Quinoa Burger
3. Bleu Cheese Steak Wraps
4. Salmon Cakes with Creamy Dill Sauce
5. Pulled Pork Sandwich and BBQ Sauce
Sides and Salads:
6. Black Bean Salad
7. Zucchini Terrine
8. Garden Greek Pesto Salad
9. Sweet Mandarin Salad
10. Salmon Salad
Desserts:
11. Zucchini Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
12. Lemon Semifreddo
13. Berry Trifle
14. Blueberry Cheesecake Bars
15. Grilled Angel Food Cake
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