July 4th Recipes

From Annapolis, Maryland, Mitzi Sentiff writes, "People won't guess that this delicious dip, which is great for parties, is also...

Moist fish steaks are draped with thick and creamy sauce in this flavorful recipe. The topping makes a nice alternative...

This special recipe was given to me by a friend. By using some low-fat convenience items, I lightened it up...

"I've served this dish at our children's graduation parties, and everyone has asked for the recipe," Loretta Conrey notes from...

These Southwest Summer Pork Chops get their zesty appeal from a simple combination of herbs and seasonings. We love the...

This recipe is delicious. I received it from my mother-in-law, who was a fabulous cook. Prepared on the grill, it's...

A little sweet, a little sour, and a whole lot of flavor! These kabobs make a wonderful accompaniment to any...

These grilled shrimp kabobs make a colorful addition to any barbecue platter. Using Italian salad dressing as the marinade is...

These flavorful skewers deliver a mouthwatering kick with minimal effort. Fix them for your next party and watch them disappear....

Our no-bake blueberry cheesecake skips the oven without sacrificing that indulgent, creamy consistency every good cheesecake should have.

This is one of my mother's absolute favorite desserts. The salty pretzel crust is the perfect complement to the sweet...

Sweet cravings, begone: This free-form plum tart is done in only 35 minutes. It's extra awesome when served warm. —Taste...

This spicy, saucy chicken is great served with basil-buttered grilled corn on the cob and fresh coleslaw. —Rita Wintrode, Corryton,...

Warm days are the perfect time to get out the grill. And this tender grilled steak and marinade of teriyaki,...

We enjoy these flavorful grilled apples with a lightly spiced coating all year. Best of all, they’re a cinch to...

I made this potato salad recipe when I worked in a small hospital. It was served in the cafeteria and...

This is the one and only lemon meringue pie recipe you'll ever need. The flaky and tender from-scratch crust is...

During the summer season, I like to prepare this pasta salad featuring garden-fresh tomatoes and basil. Fresh mozzarella adds a...

We spoon the black bean salsa that accompanies this dish over grilled tenderloin slices. You can save on last-minute prep...

You'll swear off the stuff from the deli case after making this macaroni salad recipe. It's a light, creamy version...

Grilling brings out the robust flavor of this steak marinade shared by Beth Wenger of Dayton, Virginia. “Enjoy it while...

I like to peel the husks back and rub ears of sweet corn with delicious dill butter before putting them...

Mom invented this colorful salad by combining romaine lettuce with toasted pecans, chicken strips, grapes, dried cranberries and cheddar cheese....

Enjoy the sweet, fresh flavors of peaches in this contest-winning peach ice cream. Ideal for hot summer days, it’s a...

Our contest-winning butter pecan ice cream is rich and smooth. Each spoonful is chock-full of toasted nuts and fresh cream...

"My husband quail-hunts every season, and this recipe has become our favorite way to serve the birds. The bacon keeps...

Easy to make, just spicy enough to excite and great-looking, too, these sausage-stuffed jalapeños will be an appetizer you prepare...

I can't count how many times I have made these cookies—they are our favorites. I love to bake all kinds...

Field editor Earlene Ertelt of Woodburn, Oregon shared this lovely fruity dessert that tastes like summer. She notes, "This is...