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These recipes are shared at Allrecipes.com. Check out more on our Pinterest page! (www.pinterest.com/houseboatmag) These recipes are shared at Allrecipes.com. Check out more on our Pinterest page! Drink: All Natural Strawberry Lemonade Recipe by David Anthony Tate Ingredients: 8 large strawberries, halved 2 tablespoons white sugar 7 cups water, divided 1 cup white sugar 2 cups freshly squeezed lemon juice Directions: Drop the strawberries in a blender and sprinkle 2 tablespoons of sugar on top. Pour 1 cup of water over sugared strawberries and blend until mixture becomes like juice. Stir strawberry juice, 6 cups water, 1 cup sugar, and lemon juice in a large pitcher until blended, and chill before serving. Side Dish: Chef John's French Fries Recipe by Chef John Ingredients: 2 russet potatoes, cut in even strips 8 cups vegetable oil Salt, to taste Directions: Soak the sliced potatoes in a large bowl of water for about half an hour, then pat them dry with paper towels. Heat the oil in a deep- fryer or large saucepan to 275 degrees Fahrenheit before carefully adding the potatoes and frying for about 5 minutes, stirring and flipping the slices every once in awhile. Remove the potatoes from the oil with a slotted spoon, drain them on a paper towel, and let them fully cool. Now heat the oil to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and fry the slices again until they're golden brown (about 5 to 6 minutes). Blot them with a paper towel, salt to taste, and enjoy. (Note—serves 4.) Dinner: Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Recipe by Livie's Mommy Ingredients: 1 (2 lb.) pork tenderloin 1 (12 oz.) can root beer 1 (18 oz.) bottle of favorite barbecue sauce 8 hamburger buns, split/ lightly toasted Directions: Put the pork tenderloin in a slow cooker and add the root beer. Cover and cook on low until the pork shreds easily (about 6 to 7 hours). The actual amount of time can vary due to individual slow cookers. Drain the pork well, mix in the barbecue sauce, and serve over your prepared hamburger buns. Dessert: Best Brownies Recipe by Angie Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter 1 cup white sugar 2 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon baking powder [Frosting:] 3 tablespoons butter, softened 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder 1 tablespoon honey 1 teaspoon vanilla extract cup confectioners' sugar Directions: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit, then grease and flour an 8-inch square pan. In a large saucepan, melt 1/2 cup butter, then remove from heat and mix in sugar, eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Beat in 1/3 cup cocoa, 1/2 cup flour, salt, and baking powder, and pour batter into the pan. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, being careful not to overbake. Make the frosting by stirring 3 tablespoons softened butter, 3 tablespoons cocoa, honey, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1 cup confectioners' sugar until smooth. Frost the brownies while they're still warm. (Note—for added color, drizzle with red and blue frosting and white star sprinkles.) ■ Fourth of July Barbecue ■ ■ ■ ■ WWW.HOUSEBOATMAGAZINE.COM JULY | AUGUST 2017 39

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