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Backyard Bash
Fire up the barbie and enjoy a meal in your own backyard.
Howard L. Puckett
Shrimp Kebabs with Jalapeno-Lime Marinade
Backyard Bash Menu
 Pineapple-Rum Slush
 Shrimp Kebabs with Jalapeño-Lime Marinade
 Greens with Creamy Berry Dressing
 Make-Ahead Cappuccino-Oreo Trifles


also serve
Corn-on-the-cob

This menu is for outdoor dining -- at the game, at the park, or in your own backyard. Throw some fresh corn on the cob on the grill before you start cooking the shrimp.

Menu
Pineapple-Rum Slush
Shrimp Kebabs With Jalapeno-Lime Marinade
Corn-on-the-cob
Greens With Creamy Berry Dressing
Make-Ahead Cappuccino-Oreo Trifles

Nutritional Information Per Serving: 970 calories (11% from fat), 11.9 grams fat

Grocery list for this menu
pineapple juice
5 large lemons
golden rum
4 pounds large shrimp
orange juice concentrate
4 limes
honey
garlic
4 jalapenos
4 red bell peppers
6 ears corn
Craisins
balsamic vinegar
light mayonnaise