Loading ...Happy Birthday America
The 4th of July, Independence day is coming up! This is a HUGE celebration in the U.S. to celebrate our independence. America declared “that all men are created equal with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.” Communities will have parades, festivals, live music, BBQs, and fireworks! This is a great way for au pairs to experience American culture–you will see a lot of red, white, and blue, and a lot of flags.
It’s America’s 232nd birthday which has officially been celebrated since 1941.
Most countries have an independence day: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Independence_Day
Do you celebrate your country’s independence at home and if so, how?
Some of you mentioned that you’d like recipes and/or ideas for your kids and today I’m posting both! As an added bonus, it’s related to the upcoming holiday!
Here is the recipe for this fun and easy Red, White, and Blue dessert:
2 cups all purpose Flour
2 1/4 teaspoons Baking Powder
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1/2 cup Sugar
1/2 cup Shortening or Unsalted Butter
2 Eggs
6 Tablespoons Milk
2 Tablespoons butter, melted
- Sift together flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Blend in shortening. Add eggs and milk. Mix until smooth. Dough will be very soft and sticky. Let dough sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 375 F
- Turn dough out on a well-floured surface. Pat dough into 1/2 inch thickness. Cut dough with a floured biscuit cutter * or a STAR shaped cookie cutter!
- Place on an ungreased baking sheet.
- Bake for 14 to 16 minutes or until golden brown.
- Brush shortcakes with melted butter.
- Cool completely.
- Place Shortcakes on Individual dessert plates. Top with Strawberries, Whip cream, Blueberries or sprinkle with blue sugar.
Happy Birthday America!
(Recipe taken from You’re Invited, P 246)
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