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2105 Labor Day Menu Ideas. It’s September all ready, summer is almost over, and Labor Day Weekend is already upon us! Hopefully, you’ve had a fantastic summer so far. It’s sure gone past pretty quickly at our house.
Whether you are having a cookout, picnic, or going to a potluck dinner, please take a look at my 2015 Labor Day Menu Ideas for a spectacular Labor Day meal. Celebrate the “end of summer” with friends and family and some delicious food and drink.
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From the kitchen of A Food Lover’s Delight….
2015 Labor Day Menu Ideas
Chive Deviled Eggs are a popular appetizer or or accompaniment to a holiday meal.
![Deviled Eggs with Chive Spiked Filling (Photo Credit: Adroit Ideals)](http://afoodloversdelight.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/ChiveDeviledEggsDoneAI-300x214.jpg)
Serve my Garlicky White Bean Dip with assorted veggies on a platter.
![Top the Garlicky White Bean Dip with some freshly grated lemon zest and a drizzle of truffle oil (Photo Credit: Adroit Ideals)](http://afoodloversdelight.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/WhiteBeanDipLemonZestAI-300x169.jpg)
My Hot and Spicy Black Bean Dip served with tortilla chips is sure to please your guests.
![Cheesy hot and spicy black bean dip with tortilla chips! (Photo Credit: Adroit Ideals)](http://afoodloversdelight.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/HotAndSpicyBeanDipChipsAI-e1380892925422-225x300.jpg)
My chilled Marinated Chicken Tomato Orzo Salad travels well for picnics and potluck lunches or dinners. Serve on its own or on a bed of greens.
![Marinated Chicken, Tomato, Mini Mozzarella Balls, and Orzo in a tasty chilled salad. Topped with Toasted Pine Nuts and Crispy Croutons (Photo Credit: Adroit Ideals)](http://afoodloversdelight.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/ChickenOrzoSaladReadyToEatAI-300x169.jpg)
Healthy and pretty, my Colorful Chopped Salad with Garden Vegetables is eye candy in itself.
![Colorful Chopped Salad with kale, tomatoes, roasted corn, carrots, celery, herbs, and more (Photo Credit: Adroit Ideals)](http://afoodloversdelight.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/ColorfulChoppedSalad5AI-300x268.jpg)
My Tomato Basil Soup is delicious served hot or chilled. Serve in sippable cups. Sprinkle on some chopped basil from the garden prior to serving.
![Sippable Tomato Basil Soup for a Party! (Photo Credit: Adroit Ideals)](http://afoodloversdelight.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/SippableTomatoBasilSoupAI-300x225.jpg)
The Food Lover’s Mac and Cheese with bits of Niman Ranch ham is definitely a reason to throw a party!
![Just the inside of the Mac and Cheese! (Photo Credit: Adroit Ideals)](http://afoodloversdelight.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/ScoopOuttaMacNCheeseAI-300x168.jpg)
Serve a main course BLT Chicken Salad with Herby Buttermilk Dressing.
![Chicken BLT Salad -- Hearty enough for a main course! (Photo Credit: Adroit Ideals)](http://afoodloversdelight.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/ChickenBLTSaladTable2AI-300x168.jpg)
The Food Lover’s Crazy Bacon-Topped Meatloaf can be served by itself or on a toasted roll with fixin’s for a tasty sandwich.
![My Crazy Bacon-Topped Meatloaf is a wild and crazy dish! (Photo Credit: Adroit Ideals)](http://afoodloversdelight.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/CrazyBaconToppedMeatloafAI-300x225.jpg)
Honey Mustard Chicken with Broccoli and Penne Pasta can be served cold or hot! Travels nicely as well.
![Honey Mustard Chicken finished with Shredded Parmesan (Photo Credit: Adroit Ideals)](http://afoodloversdelight.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/HoneyMustardChickenPastaCheeseAI-224x300.jpg)
Offer my Award-Winning Black Bean Chili with sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, diced red onion, and sliced jalapenos.
![The Food Lover's Award-Winning Black Bean Chili (Photo Credit: Adroit Ideals)](http://afoodloversdelight.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/BlackBeanChiliAI-224x300.jpg)
These Chicken and Spinach Enchiladas with Green Chile Sauce make a delicious portable baked casserole dish.
![Chicken and Spinach Enchiladas with Green Chile Sauce baking in the oven (Photo Credit: Adroit Ideals)](http://afoodloversdelight.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/BakingChickenSpinachEnchiladasAI-300x225.jpg)
For a different option, try my Grilled Lamb Meatballs with Greek Yogurt Sauce served in a pita for easy eating at a party.
![Grilled Lamb Meatballs served in a pita with cucumbers and Greek yogurt sauce (Photo Credit: Adroit Ideals)](http://afoodloversdelight.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/GrilledLambMeatballPitaSandwichSliced10AI-300x169.jpg)
My Italian Burgers with Provolone and Roasted Tomato Sauce are a tasty take-off of a regular burger. Try them with some sauteed spinach and mushrooms on top of the provolone cheese!
![Italian Burger with Provolone and Roasted Tomato Sauce ready to serve! (Photo Credit: Adroit Ideals)](http://afoodloversdelight.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/JuicyItalianBurgerAI-300x168.jpg)
Green and gorgeous, my Broccoli, Ham and Smoked Gouda Quiche can be served hot or cold.
![Broccoli, Ham, and Smoked Gouda Quiche hot from the oven (Photo Credit: Adroit Ideals)](http://afoodloversdelight.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/BroccoliHamQuicheBakedAI-300x169.jpg)
My easy Rustic Roasted Tomato and Asparagus Pizza showcases those plentiful tomatoes from the garden.
![Roasted Tomato and Asparagus Pizza Fresh From the Oven (Photo Credit: Adroit Ideals)](http://afoodloversdelight.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/RoastedTomatoAsparagusPizza2AI-e1358697724766-225x300.jpg)
An easy handheld party treat is my Hearty Meatball Sandwich. Best served hot, these meatball sandwiches can also be served cold. Try on slider buns!
![Gooey Cheesy Meatball Sandwich! (Photo Credit: Adroit Ideals)](http://afoodloversdelight.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/CheesiestMeatballSandwichAI-300x168.jpg)
Wraps are simple for picnics. My Smoky Chicken Wrap with Garlicky Roasted Red Pepper Aioli is a great choice.
![Smoked Chicken Wrap with Roasted Red Pepper Aioli, Roasted Red Peppers, and Arugula (Photo Credit: Adroit Ideals)](http://afoodloversdelight.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/SmokedChickenWrapSideSalad2AI-e1369136615175-225x300.jpg)
Delaware House Ham and Cheese Sandwich is one of my all time favorite sandwiches! Fill a platter for your guests and see how quickly these sandwiches disappear.
![The Delaware House Sandwich: Brown Sugar Maple Ham, Swiss Cheese, Tomato, Red Onion, Arugula, Mayo, Italian Herb Seasoning, and a splash of Paul Newman's Balsamic Vinaigrette (Photo Credit: Adroit Ideals)](http://afoodloversdelight.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/DelawareHouseSandwichAI-300x169.jpg)
Who doesn’t love mashed potatoes? My Easy Mashed Potatoes are simple to make.
![Whisk your potatoes for extra fluffiness (Photo Credit: Adroit Ideals)](http://afoodloversdelight.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/WhiskingEasyMashedPotatoes6AI-300x168.jpg)
My favorite Honey Mustard Baked Beans are a staple on my picnic and barbecue menus year-round!
![Honey Mustard Baked Beans fresh from the oven! (Photo Credit: Adroit Ideals)](http://afoodloversdelight.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/HoneyMustardBakedBeans13AI-300x169.jpg)
Offer my Potato Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing alongside hot dogs, grilled chicken, or BBQ ribs.
![Potato Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing accompanies Smoked Pork SpareRibs. (Photo Credit: Adroit Ideals)](http://afoodloversdelight.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/PorkSpareRibsHoneyMustardPotatoSaladAI-300x168.jpg)
Assemble my Nutella Napoleons just before serving for best results!
![Super simple Nutella Napoleon dessert! Baked puff pastry and Nutella topped with toasted sliced Almonds, powdered sugar, and garnished with mini-Chocolate Chips! (Photo Credit: Adroit Ideals)](http://afoodloversdelight.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/NutellaNapoleon4AI-300x168.jpg)
Serve my Patriotic Berry Parfait in tall glasses for the prettiest effect.
![Patriotic Berry Parfait with strawberries, blueberries, sweetened whipped cream, and crushed graham crackers (Photo Credit: Adroit Ideals)](http://afoodloversdelight.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/BerryParfaitAI-e1372447382752-225x300.jpg)
My Very Berry Crumble is best served warm. Top with some ice cream or frozen yogurt.
![Very Berry Crumble -- Ready for a Scoop of Vanilla Ice Cream! (Photo Credit: Adroit Ideals)](http://afoodloversdelight.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/VeryBerryCrumbleIndividualAI-224x300.jpg)
For a drinkable dessert, try my Chocolate Almond Martini. Please drink responsibly.
![Chocolate Almond Martini (Photo Credit: Adroit Ideals)](http://afoodloversdelight.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/ChocolateAlmondMartini1AI-169x300.jpg)
Make my Simple Iced Tea up to two days ahead of your party.
![It's easy to make sun-brewed iced tea! (Photo Credit: Adroit Ideals)](http://afoodloversdelight.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/SunTeaAI-e1376777163472-225x300.jpg)
Whatever you do and wherever you spend your Labor Day Weekend, please remember to have a great time and eat some delicious food. Hope you’ve enjoyed my 2015 Labor Day Menu Ideas!
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