Land O’Lakes 30 Days of Outdoor Dining

Land O'Lakes 30 Days of Outdoor Dining

 

Summer beckons, grills are firing up and the long days of plentiful sunshine make a perfect backdrop for outdoor dining. This month, Land O’Lakes brings their new 4 Cheese Italian Blend Deli Cheese to theKitchen PLAY table, hosting a “30 Days of Outdoor Dining” party. For the next 30 days, Land O’Lakes will partner with a new food blogger each day to inspire your next culinary adventure. Whether picnic or poolside, a long weekend or a quick meal, LAND O LAKES® Deli Cheese will help you taste the best ofoutdoor dining this summer and beyond!
Land O'Lakes Grill Set Prize Pack

Land O’Lakes Grill Set Prize Pack

Be sure to check back every day for the next fabulous recipe featuring new LAND O LAKES® 4 Cheese Italian Blend or LAND O LAKES® Deli American Cheese. Then, get in on the fun by leaving a comment with your own “30 Days of Outdoor Dining” tip for dining al fresco this summer. If you do, you’ll be entered to win a lovely grilling prize pack, including one grilling spatula, one marinade brush, one set of tongs and one grill scraper. We’ll be giving away four prizes total, one each week! Please see below for sweepstakes guidelines.*

Italian Hoagie Pizza Baked on the Grill from Dennis of Ask Chef Dennis

Bonus Recipe!! Italian Hoagie Pizza Baked on the Grill from Dennis of Ask Chef Dennis

Grilled Cheeseburger with Avocado and Grilled Onions from Jenny of Creative Cooking Gluten Free

Day 30: Grilled Cheeseburger with Avocado and Grilled Onions from Jenny of Creative Cooking Gluten Free

Bacon Corn Salsa Stuffed Jalapeños from Rachel of Baked by Rachel

Day 29: Bacon Corn Salsa Stuffed Jalapeños from Rachel of Baked by Rachel

Cheesey Blended Potato Blintz from Emily and Karen of (Mainly) Gluten Free in NYC

Day 28: Cheesey Blended Potato Blintz from Emily and Karen of (Mainly) Gluten Free in NYC

Stuffed Squash Blossoms with Basil Alfredo and Roasted Red Pepper Sauces from Christo of A Little Bit of Christo

Day 27: Stuffed Squash Blossoms with Basil Alfredo and Roasted Red Pepper Sauces from Christo of A Little Bit of Christo

Zucchini Burgers from Pia of Bread and Beta

Day 26: Zucchini Burgers from Pia of Bread and Beta

Tomato and Cheese Tarts with Basil from Jennifer of Keep It Simple Foods

Day 25: Tomato and Cheese Tarts with Basil from Jennifer of Keep It Simple Foods

Rustic Grilled Cheese Sandwich from Serena of Big Apple Nosh

Day 24: Rustic Grilled Cheese Sandwich from Serena of Big Apple Nosh

All-American Cheeseburger from Cate of Sweetnicks

Day 23: All-American Cheeseburger from Cate of Sweetnicks

Day 22: Grilled Bruschetta Grilled Cheese from Lauren of Health. Delicious.

Day 22: Grilled Bruschetta Grilled Cheese from Lauren of Healthy. Delicious.

Pimento Cheese Spread from Susan of The Girl in the Little Red Kitchen

Day 21: Pimento Cheese Spread from Susan of The Girl in the Little Red Kitchen

Cheese Steak and Polenta with Sautéed Red Peppers and Caramelized Onions from Sarah of Sarah in the Kitchen

Day 20: Cheese Steak and Polenta with Sautéed Red Peppers and Caramelized Onions from Sarah of Sarah in the Kitchen

Caramelized Eggplant and Balsamic Shrimp Wrap from Jayne of Barefoot Kitchen Witch

Day 19: Caramelized Eggplant and Balsamic Shrimp Wrap from Jayne of Barefoot Kitchen Witch

Italian Pasta Salad from Jane of Make Ahead Meals for Busy Moms

Day 18: Italian Pasta Salad from Jane of Make Ahead Meals for Busy Moms

Grilled Chicken Cordon Bleu from Heather of Heather's Food Diary

Day 17: Grilled Chicken Cordon Bleu from Heather of Heather’s Food Diary

Lobster Melt from Marnely of Cooking with Books

Day 16: Lobster Melt from Marnely of Cooking with Books

Pinwheel Antipasto Skewers from Lisa of Jersey Girl Cooks

Day 15: Pinwheel Antipasto Skewers from Lisa of Jersey Girl Cooks

Italian Cheese-Smothered Bruschetta Dogs from Dana of Dana's Food for Thought

Day 14: Italian Cheese-Smothered Bruschetta Dogs from Dana of Dana’s Food for Thought

Summertime Chicken Parm from Janna of Try It You Might Like It

Day 13: Summertime Chicken Parm from Janna of Try It You Might Like It

Meatball Burger from Rachel of Coconut & Lime

Day 12: Meatball Burger from Rachel of Coconut & Lime

Italian Roast Beef on Easy Garlic Bread from Sarah of Sarah's Cucina Bella

Day 11: Italian Roast Beef on Easy Garlic Bread from Sarah of Sarah’s Cucina Bella

Italian Mac N Cheese from Cara of Cara's Cravings

Day 10: Italian Mac N Cheese from Cara of Cara’s Cravings

Grilled Tomatoes with Cheese, Prosciutto and Basil from Carolyn of All Day I Dream About Food

Day 9: Grilled Tomatoes with Cheese, Prosciutto and Basil from Carolyn of All Day I Dream About Food

Italian Mini Club Sandwich from Brandy of Nutmeg Nanny

Day 8: Italian Mini Club Sandwich from Brandy of Nutmeg Nanny

Grilled Pizza from Taryn at Sweetly Serendipity

Day 7: Grilled Pizza from Taryn at Sweetly Serendipity

Day 6: The Ultimate Veggie Hoagie from Faith of An Edible Mosaic

Day 6: The Ultimate Veggie Hoagie from Faith of An Edible Mosaic

Simple Sliders with Cheese from Amy of Kimchi Mom

Day 5: Simple Sliders with Cheese from Amy of Kimchi Mom

Italian Sloppy Joe's from Sarah of Fritos and Foie Gras

Day 4: Italian Sloppy Joes from Sarah of Fritos and Foie Gras

Four Cheese Spinach Artichoke Dip from Kate of Food Babbles

Day 3: Four Cheese Spinach Artichoke Dip from Kate of Food Babbles

Macaroni and Cheese Balls from Beth at The Kitchen Minions

Day 2: Macaroni and Cheese Balls from Beth of The Kitchen Minions

Supremely Tasty Puff Pastry Pizza Tart from Elle of Elle's New England Kitchen

Day 1: Supremely Tasty Puff Pastry Pizza Tart from Elle of Elle’s New England Kitchen

*No purchase necessary to enter. Void where prohibited. Open to US residents over the age of 18.Winners randomly chosen from all qualified entries on June 29, July 6, 13, and 20, 2012. Winners will be notified via email and must respond within 48 hours, after which time another winner will be randomly selected.

33 Responses to “Land O’Lakes 30 Days of Outdoor Dining”

  1. 4 Cheese Spinach & Artichoke Dip | Food Babbles ~ A Blog About Baking, Desserts, Family & Food Says:

    [...] but I especially love the experience of eating together. So when I was approached to take part in Kitchen PLAY’s “30 Days of Outdoor Dining” event sponsored by Land O Lakes® Deli Cheese, I was all about [...]

  2. Italian Sloppy Joes Says:

    [...] when Kitchen Play asked me to develop an outdoor-friendly recipe for Land O Lakes® 4 Cheese Italian Blend as part of [...]

  3. Cathy S. Says:

    When we want to dine al fresco, we generally go for a small bonfire perfect for roasting bratwurst. I can see thin slices of Land O Lakes 4 Cheese Italian Blend laid across a steaming bratwurst already! Can’t wait to try it!

  4. Simple Sliders with Cheese and a Grillin’ Giveaway Says:

    [...] one grill scraper. Kitchen PLAY will be giving away four prizes total, one each week! Please visit Kitchen PLAY for sweepstakes [...]

  5. Amy Tong Says:

    These are some awesome recipes. I can always use more ideas for outdoor dining. :) The Land O’Lakes Grill Set Prize Pack is perfect for summer grilling.

  6. (Outdoor) Kitchen PLAY with Land O’Lakes — {Sweetly} Serendipity Says:

    [...] you’d typically do in an oven. Today I’ve paired up with Land O’Lakes for a Kitchen PLAY event, to bring you a wonderful dish perfect for outdoor dining in the summertime. This recipe is [...]

  7. Nutmeg Nanny » Italian Mini-Sub Sandwiches Says:

    [...] is why I could not say no when I was asked to participate in the 30 Days of Outdoor Dining with Land O’Lakes and Kitchen PLAY. An event that highlights outdoor dining AND cheese…yes [...]

  8. Kathleen e Says:

    For dining al fresco I like to prepare salads in advance so they are well chilled. I also like to freeze whole strawberries and other fruit to add as ice cubes in sparkling water. Love the outdoors, love gathering with great people and LOVE to eat!

  9. Amethyst Moon Says:

    We like to keep it light when dining outdoors with salds and sandwiches.

  10. Grilled Tomatoes Recipe | All Day I Dream About Food Says:

    [...] I was invited to celebrate 30 Days of Outdoor Dining with Kitchen Play and LAND O LAKES® 4 Cheese Italian Blend, I knew I wanted to focus my efforts on the fresh, [...]

  11. Cheesy Italian Roast Beef on Garlic Bread | Sarah's Cucina Bella Says:

    [...] one grill scraper. Kitchen PLAY will be giving away four prizes total, one each week! Please visit Kitchen PLAY for sweepstakes [...]

  12. Coconut & Lime: Italian Meatball Burgers with Grilled Tomatoes Says:

    [...] me to develop a recipe featuring their new Italian cheese blend as part of the Kitchen PLAY 30 Days of Outdoor Dining, I was intrigued. Honestly, I don't normally buy cheese at the grocery store deli counter but I had [...]

  13. Summertime Chicken Parm « Try It You Might Like It Says:

    [...] on the grill, or basic hamburgers and hot dogs. It really does get boring after a while. So when Kitchen PLAY invited me to participate in the “30 Days of Outdoor Dining” event sponsored by Land O [...]

  14. Italian Meatball Burgers with Grilled Tomatoes | Labai didelis kokosas Says:

    [...] me to develop a recipe featuring their new Italian cheese blend as part of the Kitchen PLAY 30 Days of Outdoor Dining, I was intrigued. Honestly, I don’t normally buy cheese at the grocery store deli counter but [...]

  15. Italian Cheese-Smothered Bruschetta Dogs « Food for Thought Says:

    [...] as a self-proclaimed deli expert, it was my honor… no, my duty to participate in Kitchen PLAY’s “30 Days of Outdoor Dining” featuring none other than the new LAND O LAKES® 4 Cheese Italian [...]

  16. Pinwheel Antipasto Skewers Says:

    [...] couldn’t have been happier to be asked to take part in Kitchen PLAY’s 30 Days of Outdoor Dining event sponsored by Land O Lakes® Deli Cheese. The cheese featured is LAND O LAKES® 4 [...]

  17. Dale Says:

    I live making aqua frescas for outdoor dining– water mixed with fresh fruit juice for a light treat!

  18. Donna Says:

    Coolers aren’t just for cold. If you need to keep foods warm, a cooler – with no ice, obviously – will help keep warm foods warm, and will keep them safe from flying buzzing creatures who want to crash your party.

  19. Italian Pasta Salad | Make Ahead Meals For Busy Moms Says:

    [...] sure to check Kitchen PLAY every day for the next fabulous recipe featuring new LAND O LAKES® 4 Cheese Italian Blend or LAND [...]

  20. Gourmand’s Cheese Steak and Polenta with LAND O LAKES® 4 Cheese Italian Blend | Sarah in the Kitchen Says:

    [...] clerk asked what I planned to do and told her about my participating in Kitchen PLAY’s “30 Days of Outdoor Dining” with Land O’Lakes Deli Cheese SideCar event.  After I revealed my big idea for making a gourmet cheese steak with polenta, she, another clerk [...]

  21. Pimento Cheese Spread | The Girl in the Little Red Kitchen Says:

    [...] Casey from Kitchen PLAY asked me if I wanted to join in and celebrate 30 Days of Outdoor Dining with Land O’Lakes, I immediately said yes. The best part about me saying yes was, I actually had [...]

  22. Bruschetta Grilled Cheese… On the Grill! | Healthy. Delicious. Says:

    [...] one grill scraper. Kitchen PLAY will be giving away four prizes total, one each week! Please visit Kitchen PLAY for sweepstakes [...]

  23. Recipe: All-American Cheeseburger {Land O’Lakes Cheese} | Food and Life Says:

    [...] one grill scraper. Kitchen PLAY will be giving away four prizes total, one each week! Please visit Kitchen PLAY for sweepstakes [...]

  24. Big Apple Nosh: NYC Food Blog | New York | Food | Restaurants | Recipes | Reviews | 30 Days of Outdoor Dining: Land O Lakes 4 Cheese Italian Blend Says:

    [...] Alaska and Oregon, I’m excited to participate in an exciting series today!  Partnering with Kitchen PLAY, I am one of 30 bloggers participating in the “30 Days of Outdoor Dining” series [...]

  25. Bread and Beta » Zucchini Burgers » Bread and Beta Says:

    [...] was so excited when Kitchen PLAY contacted me to participate in their “30 Days of Outdoor Dining” event. We eat outside nearly every night in the summer on our little rooftop deck. I also love a [...]

  26. Elle Says:

    I learned this tip from my mom. When you’re meeting at a park/beach–whatever–for a big family picnic/outing, ALWAYS be the person that packs a sharp knife, extra plastic forks/knives/spoons, a lot of napkins, salt and pepper shakers, wet naps, and a liquid hand soap (stored in a zip top bag). Yes, soap. The public bathrooms at these parks are notorious for being out of soap!

    My mom was always the go to person in our extended family. Someone always forgot some important utensil, like a knife to cut something they just grilled, or forks to eat their potato salad–even something as simple as salt to season something bland. Just pop these things in a reusable canvas or plastic shopping bag, and you’ll be a lifesaver!

  27. Cheesy Blended Potato Blintz for Land O’ Lakes and Kitchen Play! | (Mainly) Gluten Free in NYC Says:

    [...] ago, Casey of Kitchen PLAY, approached me about creating a recipe for the SideCarseries, “30 Days of Outdoor Dining“. She asked that the recipe be specifically designed for summer dining using new Land O [...]

  28. Meghan Finley Says:

    Never forget to separate space on the grill because you never know who may drop in and all should feel welcome

  29. Bacon Corn Salsa Stuffed Jalapeños | Baked by Rachel Says:

    [...] a layer of melty cheese. I used Land O Lakes® 4 Cheese Italian Blend, as part of Kitchen PLAY’s “30 Days of Outdoor Dining” event with Land O’Lakes. If you love spicy food, you need these in your [...]

  30. Italian Hoagie Pizza Baked on the Grill | A Culinary Journey With Chef Dennis Says:

    [...] when I was invited to celebrate 30 Days of Outdoor Dining with Kitchen PLAY and LAND O LAKES® 4 Cheese Italian Blend, I knew exactly what I was going to make with Land [...]

  31. Teri McHugh Says:

    Land O Lakes cheese and bbq, quite a pairing! I can’t eat a grilled cheese sandwich or cheeseburger with any other cheese!

  32. Kitchen Play: LAND O LAKES® Lobster Melt - Cooking with Books Says:

    [...] one grill scraper. Kitchen PLAY will be giving away four prizes total, one each week! Please visit Kitchen PLAY for sweepstakes [...]

  33. Italian Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Roasted Peppers and Spinach | A Culinary Journey With Chef Dennis Says:

    [...] when I was invited to celebrate National Grilled Cheese Month by participating in 30 Days of Grilled Cheese with Kitchen PLAY  sponsored by Land O Lakes® Deli Cheese I [...]

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