4th of July Wine and Food

I love the 4th of July! Who doesn't? Fireworks, cookouts, swimming (well, maybe not this year if you live in Michigan), boating, family, friends, fun, and freedom.  If you're planning on some fun this 4th, don't stress about the food and wine. It really is easy!

For example, this simple trifle would go perfectly with Calamity Sue Riesling, Tanglerose Sweet American Rose, and Fissata Red!

Mr. Food makes this recipe simple!

What You'll Need:

• 1 (16-ounce) pound cake, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 quart strawberries, sliced, with 1 cup reserved
• 1 pint blueberries, with 1/2 cup reserved    
• 1 (16-ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed

What To Do:

1. In a trifle bowl or large glass serving bowl, layer half the pound cake, strawberries, blueberries, and whipped topping. Repeat layers once more then garnish with reserved berries in a flag pattern, as shown.
    
2. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.

Planning a backyard cookout?  Don't forget the wine!!!!! Try Puzzle Pieces and Steeple Street Chardonnay for the snacking/appetizer part and then move on to Tanglerose Backyard Red, Woodvale Estates Merlot, and Bentgate Cabernet Sauvignon once the meat starts coming off the grill!

Whatever delicious pairings you use this Fun Holiday, be sure to cherish every moment of the festivities. Be safe, and have fun!