Pop and Lock

One of my many (many) goals for this summer is to brush up on my rusty culinary skills. Usually J and I get by thanks to Amy's frozen foods- and based on the amount we buy, they might get by thanks to us. You're soooo welcome, Amy's Corporation!

So since we already have a penchant for frozen goods, one of my "cooking" projects for this summer is to delve into the wondrous world of the Popsicle!
Can you think of a better summer afternoon treat than a sugary, chilly, delight on a stick?! It instantly brings back memories of slip and slides and sunburns. And now that we are over 21, they can also be a great way to satisfy your libations!

But first, I need to start with a Popsicle maker. We are way past the days of a toothpick in an ice cube tray, people!




This is the one I'm leaning toward, and I think it would make a lovely "start your summer off right" gift from the hubs. So if you see him, make sure you drop a hint about how wives are always happier when in possession of their own Popsicle maker.


Then it's on to the recipes. Once again, thank tha' good lawd for Pinterest! So far it's been the site for most of my Popsicle inspiration, and here are some of the recipes that really grabbed my attention:




Raspberry and White Peach Swirled Popsicles! What a perfect way to capitalize on summer fruit!





Maybe J will be more supportive of my pop project when I make these: Pina Colada Popsicles! These are rum free and low calorie but still look tasty. Mayhaps a good way to trick the boy into getting more fruit while also indulging in his favorite beverage a la on a stick!





And finally, for the more boozy bunch, how about these Watermelon Margarita Pops? I think these would be great at a kid's birthday party for the adults in attendance! Feel free to invite me to your kid's party if these little darlings will also be there!

So here's to a summer filled with red-stained smiles, sticky fingers, and childhood nostalgia, with a dash of adult indulgence!