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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    Beer Can Chicken

    Elevate your grilling game with a beer can chicken recipe. All you need is dried seasonings and a can of...


    Broccoli Salad with Bacon

    This delicious broccoli salad with bacon features a perfect blend of crisp broccoli, smoky bacon, toasted pecans and sweet dried...


    Barbecue Brats & Peppers

    We live in brat country, and this barbecue-style recipe feeds a crowd. The sauce gives it a welcome change from...


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    Raspberry-Rhubarb Slab Pie

    Slab pie is a pastry baked in a jelly-roll pan and cut into slabs like a bar cookie—or a pie...


    Herbtastic Pork Chops

    Pork chops can be prepared numerous ways but there's no easier preparation than smothering them with fresh herbs straight from...


    Snickerdoodle Ice Cream Sandwich Minis

    My husband absolutely loves ice cream sandwiches and snickerdoodles, so I combined them into one fun treat. Here’s how we...


    Peanut Butter Cheesecake Ice Cream

    Want something cool and refreshing after your holiday feast? Serve generous slices of a rich, frosty dessert featuring peanuts, cookies...


    Basil-Mint Chicken Thighs

    You’re going to love plunging fork first into this juicy grilled chicken bursting with the flavors of cilantro, basil, mint...

    Black-Eyed Pea Tomato Salad

    Spending time in the kitchen with my late aunt was so much fun because she was an amazing cook and...


    Mom’s Chopped Coleslaw

    For Friday dinners, my mother made coleslaw to go with our fish. It’s still a family tradition, and the tangy...


    Grilled Steak Salad with Tomatoes & Avocado

    My family loves a good steak dinner, but with busy schedules, I'm often thinking about ways to put new and...


    Yellow Squash & Watermelon Salad

    I always like to bring this healthy option to parties and potlucks, and people seem to really appreciate that. No...


    Tropical Island Shrimp Kabobs

    Shrimp, mango and pineapple on skewers make a sunny presentation at parties. To boost flavors, we use a coconut milk,...


    Juicy Watermelon Salad

    This fruit salad has such a surprising yet fabulous mix of flavors that friends often ask for the recipe. Combine...


    Rosemary Pork Loin

    I started growing rosemary in my garden after I discovered this pork recipe. My husband and I think it’s restaurant...


    Toffee-Peach Ice Cream Pie

    A sugar cone and brickle crust, fresh peaches and ice cream—you can't go wrong! Top with hot caramel for a...


    Lemon Vinaigrette Potato Salad

    I developed this recipe for a friend who needed a potato salad that could withstand Fourth of July weather. The...

    Cape Cod Blueberry Pie

    We Northeasterners have been baking this pie since the 18th century. Settlers would’ve used little wild blueberries and topped it...


    Crab Louie Lettuce Wraps

    Party guests can mingle and enjoy these tasty portable lettuce wraps without having to juggle plates and forks. — Michael...


    Loaded Potato Salad

    Get a load of this loaded potato salad with sour cream, bacon, shredded cheddar, green onions and more. The ingredients...


    Patriotic Pops

    My kids love homemade ice pops, and I love knowing that the ones we make are good for them. We...


    Tempting Pork Tenderloin Burgers

    Pork tenderloin is a family favorite at my house. I’m always looking for new ways to cook it, so I...


    Slow Cooker Calico Beans

    With so many folks moving to meatless or healthier food choices, I decided to remove the meat from the original...

    Greek Chicken Kabobs

    These yogurt-marinated Greek chicken kabobs are perfect for holiday celebrations, but you can also make them indoors for a weeknight...


    Macadamia-Coffee Bean Cookies

    Nearly anyone who loves coffee will perk up for this java-infused cookie. What hot beverage would you pair these treats...


    Sweet Chipotle Pretzels

    Pretzels are a great snack food. I love this recipe because it is sweet as well as spicy, but not...


    Oatmeal Cookie Ice Cream Sandwiches

    If you’re tight on time, you can use store-bought cookies, but I highly recommend making these oatmeal chocolate cookies from...


    Down South Sweet Tea Cake

    I think this recipe combines two of the best and most famous ingredients from the South: sweet tea and pecans!...


    Salmon Sliders

    The fresh flavors of the salmon and herbs are just unbeatable. I serve these as full-size burgers on kaiser rolls,...