Fourth of July weekend - Thursday

My friend Christie from work and I decided to throw small pre-July 4th work party on Thursday night. We both enjoyed having Thursday off from work and thought it would be a great way to kick of the Holiday weekend.

We served hot dogs, hamburgers, beer, a specialty drink, and everyone brought a dish to pass. We indulged on many, many dips including Christie's buffalo Chicken Dip, Jill's pasta salad, Becca's veggies, Christie's mini meatballs, and decedent variety of desserts. One of my personal favorites was Adam's Frey Chocolate chip cookie bars. I made loaded bake potato salad.....
I found this recipe on Reciepezarr, and I have had nothing but good reviews everytime I bring it!

The best part is it tastes excellent served warm or cold!

Here is what you will need.

I substituted the bacon for panacea for my party on Saturday and Kristen has used bacon bits.

Mix it all up. Pour into a rectangular class dish and bake. Server warm or cold.

Brad thinks I am crazy but Wrigley can say "I love you", here you see Christie making her speak and Pug receiving treats.

Christie's Hydrangea.

So pretty! I want to plant them all along the side of our house.

Robin from work came over to Christie's to paint a mural on the office wall.

Once she finishes I will post the final product.

Christie's mini meatball sauce is made from ketchup and grape jelly, I have NEVER heard of such a thing!

Back patio shot.


Now for the grand finale... We have been working on Easter at work and we have had to brainstorm a four foot religious section. So I made a special concoction.

Sweet baby Jesus juice; pink Lemonade, vodka and a bit our candy grass for decoration.