Q: What is a cow's favorite summer activity?

It's hot, hot, hot already! This month, we have a lot of fun suggestions to cheese up your summer picnics and parties. So, get the grill going and get out those party platters!

The Laughing Cow® Announces NEW Mini Babybel® Sharp Original and White Cheddar!

Get ready to get your cheese on! Just in time for summer snacking, The Laughing Cow® is extremely pleased to announce two brand new flavors of Mini Babybel®: Sharp Original and White Cheddar! The new varieties join Mini Babybel®'s family of deliciously smooth and mild cheeses, which are all packed with calcium and protein and kept fresh in a red wax seal. There are now enough flavors to enjoy a different one every day of the week, so get peeling!

Mini Babybel® Original gets a twist with a subtle tang in the NEW Mini Babybel® Sharp Original. It's still mild enough to pair with almost any flavor or enjoy alone, and each one is only 60 calories^* with 4 grams of protein, so it's perfect to experiment with and enjoy!


	"Don't forget to add some activity to your summer picnics. Food can certainly entertain everyone for a while, but I am certain your guests will enjoy moving around a little, too. Try tossing a football or a frisbee to add in easy activity the whole group can enjoy. Some of the old-time favorites like potato sack races, three-legged races, or tug-of-war are all fun and greato workouts, too!" — Sarah Dussault The Laughing Cow® Fitness Community Leader


	Slim Queso Corncobs

Mini Babybel Sharp Original Cheddar just got better with the NEW Mini Babybel® White Cheddar variety. It's a little sharp, a little creamy, and a whole-lotta tasty! With 75 calories^* and 4 grams of protein, this tasty treat is the perfect snack for a busy day.

Perfect Picnic Pairings
Packing new Sharp Original Mini Babybel®? Throw these tasty pairings into your cooler as well:

Strawberries
Dried mangos or apricots
Wasabi peas
Veggie chips
Turkey jerky

Bringing along new White Cheddar Mini Babybel®? Be sure to pack these snack companions as well:

Figs
Green apples
Green bell pepper
Low-sodium pepperoni
Cucumbers

^* See nutrition information for saturated fat here.

Patriotic Platters for 4th of July Picnics and Parties!

Robin Boland and her daughter Many of us will either be attending or hosting a backyard BBQ or cookout to celebrate America's birthday! So, we've come up with some easy, cheesy ideas to bring some red, white and blue to your plates and picnic tables.

Flag Fruit Salad
Mix up a cheesy fruit salad with strawberries, blueberries, and roughly chopped rounds of Mini Babybel® Sharp Original.

American Nachos
Layer blue corn chips with The Laughing Cow® Light Creamy Swiss, shredded Mini Babybel® White Cheddar, and salsa.

Red, White and Blue Burgers
Wrap ground hamburger around a wedge of The Laughing Cow® Light Blue Cheese to form a patty and toss it on the grill. The wedge gives you the white in color and the blue in flavor. Top with a bright red tomato and you're all set!

Capital Caprese
Layer Mini Babybel ® Light or The Laughing Cow® Light Mozzarella Sundried Tomato & Basil with fresh tomato slices and purple basil leaves. Drizzle with olive oil and a touch of balsamic vinegar.

Patriotic Pie Squares
Spread The Laughing Cow® Light Creamy Swiss onto graham cracker squares and top with raspberries and blueberries. You could even make stripes with the berries!

Cheesing Up the Ultimate BBQ Must-Have

Summer is filled with meals made on the grill. Whether making dinner for the family or serving to a crowd, one of the ultimate must-haves is corn-on-the-cob. Try this fun recipe to spice it up this summer!

Slim Queso Corncobs
Slim Queso Corncobs

Ingredients (makes three servings):
1 wedge of The Laughing Cow® Light Creamy Swiss cheese
1 teaspoon light mayonnaise
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 lime, juiced and zested
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
1/4 teaspoon Kosher salt
3 whole ears cooked corn cobs, halved and kept warm
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
lime wedges
additional cilantro (for garnish)

Directions:
Combine The Laughing Cow® Light Creamy Swiss cheese, mayonnaise, cayenne pepper, lime juice, zest, cilantro and salt in a small mixing bowl. Adjust seasonings as needed.

Using a rubber spatula, transfer cheese mixture to the center of a small plate.

While corn is still hot, (using tongs, corn picks or your fingers to hold) roll corn piece in the cheese mixture to generously coat and transfer to a serving platter. Repeat with remaining pieces.

Top with grated Parmesan and garnish with lime wedges and additional cilantro. Serve immediately.

Recipe developed by Soigné Culinary Artistry

PER SERVING: 110 calories, 3g fat, 322mg sodium, 19g carbs, 3g fiber, 3g sugar, 5g protein

Reminder! It's not too late to participate in the Life Well Laughed Project!

The Life Well Laughed Project "Wedge" a good deed into your day TODAY! Grab your Mini Babybel® Cheese nets or your wheels of The Laughing Cow® Cheese Wedges out of your fridge and enter the UPC code on the back at LifeWellLaughed.com ! For every UPC code entered through July 15, The Laughing Cow® will donate one dollar to support local health and wellness initiatives across the country. Learn more and participate today at LifeWellLaughed.com.

Until Next Time...

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