So, since we don't always eat out I decided to share a recipe I tried and we really enjoyed. It is for Raspberry Lemonade pie. It's a great, quick and easy recipe. I love the light and summery taste. I'm not a huge fan of lemon desserts, but I really liked this one.
The only change I made is that I used Raspberry Lemonade concentrate instead of Lemonade concentrate. I also used low or no fat options or sugar free when possible. The link to the recipe is below, as well as the recipe typed out. Let me know what you think!
http://allrecipes.com/Recipe-Tools/Print/Recipe.aspx?RecipeID=194340&origin=detail&servings=16
Raspberry Lemonade Pie
Prep Time: 15 Minutes Ready In: 15 Minutes
Servings: 16
Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups boiling water
1 (3 ounce) package JELL-O Brand Lemon Flavor Gelatin
4 ounces PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
1/2 (12 ounce) can frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed
1 (8 ounce) tub COOL WHIP Whipped Topping, thawed
1 cup fresh raspberries
2 (6 ounce) HONEY MAID Graham Pie Crusts
Directions:
1. Add boiling water to gelatin mix in small bowl. Stir 2 min. until completely dissolved; set aside. Beat cream cheese in large bowl with mixer until creamy. Gradually beat in concentrate, then gelatin until blended.
2. Stir in COOL WHIP and berries. Pour into crusts.
3. Refrigerate 1 pie 4 hours or until firm. Freeze remaining pie up to 1 week before thawing to serve
The Drop is another gem that my husband and I have found. Several months ago I saw a Groupon deal for this bistro. While I didn't purchase the Groupon at the time, I found myself still curious about this place.
So, I took a look at their website and was excited to try it. I told the hubby about it, and we decided to visit during their happy hour. During this time they offer half priced appetizers, so we thought it would be a great time to try several different things.
The appetizer that we chose was the Fusion Hummus. It was a great! We really enjoyed it. Even better than that was their bruschetta. While it wasn't an appetizer (therefore not included in the happy hour pricing) it was totally worth it! For $15 you can order any 4 of their bruschetta options. My husband and I would go back just for this.
The bruschetta options we chose were:
- Goat cheese, fig, pistachio
- Brie, apple, balsamic cream, candied pecans
- Red grape, gorgonzola, port wine reduction
- Prosciutto, roasted garlic, romesco
The Drop has a great atmosphere. It is cozy, and reminded me of a few of the little restaurants we tried while in Spain. We would love to go back and try a few of their entrees and flatbreads as well.
So my hubby's parents came and visited us this weekend and while here asked to eat at Oklahoma Joe's BBQ. This is another one of the places in the KC area that we absolutely love.
Now, there is no shortage of options for BBQ in the KC area. My husband happened upon the 47th & Mission Rd location which is housed in a gas station, and we have been hooked ever since. Since we live closer to the Olathe location, we tend to frequent it now. We made it a point to sample many of the BBQ restaurants that are legendary in Kansas City before choosing our favorite. After trying the known names in the area, such as Gates, Jack Stack, Arthur Bryant's, and K&M, we still hold Oklahoma Joe's as our favorite.
The key factor that, for us, gives Oklahoma Joe's the edge is the quality of meat. I am not a fan of fatty meat, and every time I have ordered they have served great cuts of meat that are juicy and tender.
A few our favorites include:
- Beef Brisket Sandwich
- Hog Heaven Sandwich
- Z-man Sandwich
- Smoked Chicken Gumbo
A side of either french fries or onion rings is a great addition to a great meal.
If my word is not enough, just try stopping by sometime! We have waited in a line that went out the door on many occassions just to eat there. In fact, just Friday night the hubby, his parents, and I waited in a line that long. It was totally worth the wait! Also, it is always nice to be remembered by the staff each time we visit. While BBQ styles and preferences are as different as the people that enjoy them, we have found one that suits us.
