Question: With grilling time coming it reminds me of the time Steve-O caught his shirt on fire and yelled, "My Nipple's on Fire". Somebody said that's a great drink. Were they talking about Nipple on Fire or the fact that Steve-O was a Nutty Irishman? -Lake-O

Thanks for the question Mr. O. The answer for your question is probably a little bit of both. The Nipple on Fire is a very tasty drink. You take a shot glass, pour in 1/3 oz butterscotch schnapps, then 1/3 oz cinnamon schnapps, and finally float 1/3 oz Irish cream. Yum Yum. Steve may be a nutty Irishman, but to make a proper Nutty Irishman, you need to pour 1 oz Bailey's Irish cream, 1 oz hazelnut liqueur, and 1 oz cream into a stainless steel shaker over ice and shake until completely cold. Strain into a chilled, stemmed or rocks glass filled with ice.

4th of July Ideas

The Fourth of July is such an easy holiday to celebrate. The theme, colors, and even lots of traditional foods and recipes are built right in. July 4th red, white and blue accessories are everywhere! It's easy to make your backyard or picnic spot the most colorful in your town for entertaining. One of my best Independence Day memories is swimming with my family at the lake, then going to my grandparents' house for a great meal and a perfect view of fireworks from their backyard.

If you are hosting this party at your home on July 4th, think about lighting after dark. Sitting on a patio or porch on a warm summer night, waiting for the fireworks to begin after eating fabulous party food, is one of the highlights of summer. Tiny white lights add a wonderful touch, as do candles, tiki torches, paper lanterns, and oil lamps. Make sure you have great outdoor games for the kids and adults. Badminton, croquet, horseshoes, lawn bowling, touch football and water games add to the fun. In case of inclement weather, set up a picnic on the floor of your living room! Kids of all ages will love this celebration.

Food for the Fourth must be delicious, easy to eat, and easy on the cook! Grilling is a must, of course. Great barbecue recipes are most important, since sizzling food wonderfully flavored by the coals is a summer tradition. Remember to enjoy yourself as you ooh and aah over the fireworks, well sated by your delicious meal. And have a wonderful and safe holiday!

Born Of The Fourth Of July

Recipe:

1 1/2 oz Blue Curacao liqueur
1 1/2 oz sloe gin
Cream (to fill)

Pour Blue Curacao into an ice-filled Collins glass. Carefully layer both the sloe gin and cream on top of the ice. (The result should be a blue and red drink with tendrils of white shooting through the colors.)

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