Cat Cora's Backyard Party Menu
Serve up a summer feast to remember with these mouthwatering meals that will keep your guests getting up for more.
Recipes created by Cat Cora
Grilled Pineapple and Avocado Guacamole
Pineapple puts a seasonal spin on this crowd pleasing dip.
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Melon Gazpacho "Shooters" with Shrimp Recipe
Spicy grilled shrimp pair perfectly with a fresh, fruity and summery chilled gazpacho.
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Broccoli Slaw with Cilantro and Garlic
Fresh cilantro and hot sauce add zing to this twist on classic coleslaw.
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Asparagus and Snow Pea Salad with Lime Vinaigrette and Pepitas
Tired of the same old garden salad? Mix it up with these delicious vegetables instead.
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Grilled Corn on the Cob with Ancho Chili-Lime Butter
Ancho chili powder and a burst of lime add kick to a summer favorite—corn on the cob. Use extra butter on rolls, or melt it on other steamed vegetables.
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Jalapeño-Jack Cornbread Muffins
Monterey Jack cheese balances out the hint of spicy jalapeño in these cornbread muffins.
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Chicken Kebabs with Chimichurri Sauce
This flavorful new take on a barbecue staple—with the help of a garlicky, herb-flecked chimichurri sauce—is the perfect centerpiece for a backyard celebration.
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Mini Red Velvet Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting
These raspberry-topped cupcakes are smaller than the classic version—but just as sweet.
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Mixed Summer Berry and Yogurt Parfaits with Toasted Coconut
Skip the ice cream. Blackberries, raspberries, blueberries and coconut make this yogurt parfait the perfect (and healthy!) summer treat.
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From the
July 2011 issue of
O, The Oprah Magazine
