I made a macaroni salad from that site a few weeks ago.

The dressing was mayo, a little mustard, vinegar, salt, pepper, and sugar.

It was delicious!
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Throw it in the Crock Pot
I personally like to use a full pound of bacon.

Salad
Large size of Cool Whip
Same size of Cottage Cheese
Large package Jello powder (flavor to match fruit)
1 can (1 lb-14 oz) fruit (to match Jello)

Cut fruit into bite size pieces - stir all together - chill.
Peach is a great salad. Fresh Strawberry is a great dessert.Frozen strawberry can be too watery.
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Most people (especially if enjoying cocktails/drinks) really go after the finger foods.

The idea of burgers and dogs is good and easy. Here are some ideas to go along:

Grilled corn on the cob:
http://jas.familyfun.go.com/recipefinder/display?id=13610

Elbows Salad with Avocado, Tomato and Mozzarella (for something different):
http://www.barillaus.com/Barilla_PLUS174_Elbows_Salad_with_Avocado_Tomato_and_Mozzarella.aspx

Spaghetti Salad
http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Spaghetti-Salad/Detail.aspx

Red Skinned Potato Salad
http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Red-Skinned-Potato-Salad/Detail.aspx

Roasted Red Potato Salad
http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Roasted-Red-Potato-Salad/Detail.aspx

Easy Tomato and Mozzarella Salad
http://www.goodhousekeeping.com/recipefinder/recipe/Easy_Tomato_and_Mozzarella_Salad/rf/1825

FINGER FOODS:

Buffalo Wings:
http://www.elise.com/recipes/archives/001675buffalo_wings.php

Spinach Dip:
http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Best-Spinach-Dip-Ever/Detail.aspx

Guacamole
http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Guacamole/Detail.aspx

Seven Layer Taco Dip
http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Seven-Layer-Taco-Dip/Detail.aspx

Bruschetta with Tomato and Basil Recipe
http://www.elise.com/recipes/archives/001321bruschetta_with_tomato_and_basil.php

Anyway, good luck, good cooking & have fun!
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When planning a party the best place to start is to try to determine the ‘feel’ you want to create. Do you want people to hang out, feel comfortable kicking off their shoes, mingle and socialize, whatever?

If you want to make sure that people move freely around the house and not cluster around one stop I suggest putting food and drinks in different locations. Putting everthing in the kitchen makes it terribly crowded when everyone wants a drink at the same time.

Another good idea is to pair the right music with the party. Want people to dance? The music must be consistant to keep that kind of energy high.
Want people to talk? Make sure the music is not loud and keep it light, some nice jazz is good.

I have a ton of ideas. (It’s kind of what I do *wink*)
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INGREDIENTS

4-1/4 (8 ounce) packages uncooked elbow macaroni
3 cups and 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1/2 cup and 1 teaspoon cider vinegar
1 tablespoon and 1-1/4 teaspoons sugar
1 tablespoon and 1-1/4 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon white pepper
1 cup and 1 tablespoon green onions, sliced
8-1/4 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped

DIRECTIONS

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add macaroni, and cook until tender, about 8 minutes. Drain, and rinse under cold running water.

In a large bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, salt, pepper, green onions and jalapeno peppers. Stir in the macaroni. Refrigerate until chilled before serving, at least 30 minutes.

or

No-Fuss Potato Salad also serves 25

INGREDIENTS

6-1/4 (5.5 ounce) packages scalloped potato mix
23 cups water, divided
3/4 cup and 2 teaspoons butter or margarine
4 cups and 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1/3 cup and 1 tablespoon prepared mustard
12-1/2 hard-cooked eggs, chopped
Paprika

DIRECTIONS

Set aside sauce packet from potato package. In a large saucepan, bring potatoes and 3 cups water to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Rinse with cold water; drain thoroughly. Transfer potatoes to a bowl. Cover and refrigerate.

In a small saucepan, melt butter. Stir in contents of reserved sauce packet. Gradually add the remaining water; stir until smooth.

Bring to a boil. Remove from the heat. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes. Stir in mayonnaise and mustard; gently stir into potatoes. Add eggs and sprinkle with paprika if desired.

Refrigerate leftovers.
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Ingredients
1 box tri-colored rotini pasta
1 bag frozen baby sweet peas, thawed
1 lb. thick sliced ham, cut to bite size
1/2 cup Vidalia® Onion Dressing
1/2 - 1 cup mayonnaise
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste

Directions
Boil pasta, drain; place in large bowl. Add remaining ingredients; blend well. Chill to blend flavors. Makes 8-10 servings.

http://tastefullysimple.com/web/dgoodacre
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3 cups tri colored pasta
1 cup chopped cucumbers
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
½ cup sliced black olives
½ cup Zesty Italian Dressing
¼ cup chopped red onion

TOSS all ingredients in large bowl
Cover and refrigerate at least one hour

AMAZING MACARONI SALAD

1 package elbow noodles
3 roma tomatoes
1 small purple onion
1/4 cup sweet relish
1 small can chopped/sliced olives
6 hard boiled eggs
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup mustard
salt and pepper

Boil noodles until soft, drain, rinse let cool in refrigerator, while cutting everything else. Dice tomatoes cut onions finely cut eggs (like making deviled egg sandwich) then mix together all ingredients at or leave out whatever you want to liking!
Best if made day before.
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Number of servings: 10-12
References :
http://www.recipezaar.com/168824
http://www.saladrecipe.net/macaroni/quick.html

Blend noodles with mayo, salt and pepper. Then add chopped veggies. Be sure that you dont put too much mayo. You barely want it to cover the noodles.
For some reason, this salad tastes better if you make it the day before.

Baked beans are awesome too!
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1 package salad macaroni, cooked
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1/2 onion, chopped
3 ribs of celery, chopped
Mayonnaise (however much you want it to be, start with a small amount and add a little at a time until you reach desired consistency)
1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese (depends on how much you want in the salad)

Mix the macaroni, bell pepper, onion and celery together, then add mayonnaise. Add cheese last, and any more mayo, if required. Salt and Pepper to taste. Better if made the night before, the flavors merge together.

Fresh fruit skewers are always a fun addition - watermelon, cantelope, pineapple. Chips, potato salad, or cole slaw are always good, too. If you want recipes for the potato salad or cole slaw, just email me.
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