July 4th Recipes

Throw the ultimate Independence Day party with our easy 4th of July recipes, including simple finger foods and star-spangled desserts. Plus, get the best party tips to ensure a good ol’ American time.

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    Fruit Skewers with Lactose-Free Dip

    Make a balmy summer day special with these cute kabobs from our Test Kitchen. They're served with a creamy, dairy-free...


    Banana Split Fruit Salad

    Let these whimsical parfaits celebrate the end of a work week and the beginning of a wonderful weekend! Watermelon, bananas...


    Frozen Citrus Fruit Cups

    Add some sparkle to your next get-together or church supper with these sunny citrus treats. The refreshing cups burst with...


    Frozen Peach Pies

    A refreshing, peachy filling and a buttery graham cracker crust are the perfect pair. I’ve found that this pie can...


    Hot ‘n’ Spicy Flank Steak

    With its flavorful marinade, Julee Wallberg’s flank steak makes a succulent meal. “I received this recipe from a friend, and...


    Herbed Grilled Corn on the Cob

    I'd never had grilled corn until last summer when my sister-in-law served it for us. What a treat! So simple,...


    Dilly Potato & Egg Salad

    Everyone has a favorite potato salad, and this is mine. As a young bride, I was eager to learn how...


    3-Bean Salad

    Vibrant, refreshing three-bean salad is a no-cook mix of green, wax and kidney beans, all tossed in a tangy sweet-and-sour...

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    Spiked Lemonade

    Rum gives a tropical addition to this fabulous homemade lemonade. If you have vodka on hand, try that instead of...


    Circus Peanut Gelatin

    Circus peanuts are one of the most popular candies in my hometown's old-fashioned candy shop. When I saw this circus...


    Strawberry Cream Tarts

    Dainty tarts filled with custard and fruit are fantastic for brunch. The recipe comes from our Test Kitchen. For a...


    Summer Vegetable Medley

    This swift side dish is as beautiful as it is delicious. Red and yellow peppers, zucchini, corn and mushrooms are...


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    Bratwurst Supper

    Here’s a fun way to cook your bratwurst on the grill. You don’t even have to turn the sausages. Seal...


    Coney Island Sauce

    Put the ketchup aside! Shirley Heston of Pickerington, Ohio turns ground beef, chopped onion, tomato sauce and chili powder into...


    Spinach Steak Pinwheels

    Bacon and spinach bring plenty of flavor to these sirloin steak spirals. It's an easy dish to make and perfect...


    Classic Lemon Bars

    These bars are simple enough for a no-fuss dinner yet elegant enough for a special celebration. Regardless of when you...


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    BLT Dip

    This BLT dip has you covered when you need an appetizer that’s sure to please.

    Fiesta Corn Dip

    I first came across this recipe at a friend's bridge party. To give it a little more flair, I added...


    Warm Black Bean Dip

    Cumin and chili powder pack plenty of zip into this chunky bean dip, which is served warm. It's a great...


    Loaded Baked Potato Salad

    This loaded baked potato salad turns everyone's favorite game-day food into an irresistible summer side! Plus, the ingredients can be...


    Garlic Dip

    Our creamy, delicious garlic dip is a five-minute recipe that everyone’s going to love!


    Layered Toffee Cake

    This is a quick and yummy way to dress up a purchased angel food cake. To keep the plate clean...


    Grilled Parmesan Potatoes

    Take a break from usual baked potatoes-and keep the oven cool in the meantime-by cooking these spectacular "spuds" on the...

    Mushroom Cheeseburgers

    Instead of topping juicy cheeseburgers with sauteed mushrooms, include some savory 'shrooms in the meat mixture for a new twist!...


    Contest-Winning Old-Fashioned Potato Salad

    We live at the edge of Pennsylvania Dutch Country, where there are lots of small farms. Country markets are plentiful...


    Lime Chiffon Dessert

    "This make-ahead recipe was given to me by an aunt many years ago," writes Joyce Key. "Her recipe called for...


    Grilled Pineapple

    Fresh pineapple adds an elegant touch to a barbecue when grilled, topped with butter and maple syrup and sprinkled with...


    Honey-Dijon Potato Salad

    No matter which recipe I tried, my potato salad always turned out bland. So I came up with this creamy...


    Fast Light Lemon Mousse

    This smooth and refreshing dessert is popular at summer cookouts, but it makes a delicious light finish to hearty winter...