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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    Grilled Veggies with Mustard Vinaigrette

    I make this healthy and inviting side dish whenever friends come over for a cookout. The honeyed vinaigrette lets the...


    Hot Dog Sliders with Mango-Pineapple Salsa

    For parties, we shrink down lots of foods, including these quick hot dogs, to slider size. Pile on the easy...


    Mexican Coleslaw

    Mexican coleslaw captures everything you love about classic coleslaw, with a sweet and spicy twist. It’s perfect as a side...


    Grilled Street Corn

    Mexican food is my grandmother’s favorite. I wanted a perfect side for her legendary tacos, and this chile-lime grilled corn...


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    Chip-Crusted Grilled Corn

    For my version of Mexican street corn, I roll the ears in crushed chips. For extra pizazz, try different chip...


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    Sweet Tea Barbecued Chicken

    Marinades sometimes use coffee or espresso, and that inspired me to try tea and apple juice to perk up this...


    Banana Split Brownies

    How’s this for a dish? All the joy of a banana split without the mess. Everything in this recipe fits...


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    Creamy Macaroni Salad

    This creamy macaroni salad recipe is a classic cold noodle dish with oodles of crowd appeal. It features tender macaroni...

    Sweet & Smoky Pulled Pork Sandwiches

    My primo pork is smoky, tender and tastes like it came from a barbecue joint. Without much help from me,...


    Super Easy Country-Style Ribs

    I'm a die-hard rib fan. When we were growing up, our mom made these for us all the time, and...


    Frozen Pineapple-Kiwi Pops

    Kiwi, pineapple, sugar and water are all you need to make these easy, breezy freezer pops.—Colleen Ludovice, Milwaukee, Wisconsin


    Strawberry-Citrus Freezer Pops

    I knew that clementines and strawberries would create a luscious combination in a fruit pop, and I have to say...


    Frozen Berry & Yogurt Swirls

    I enjoy these frozen yogurt pops because they double as a healthy snack and a cool, creamy sweet treat. —Colleen...


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    Triple Fruit Freeze

    These pops won't turn your tongue blue or neon green like many store-bought pops because they're made with fresh grapes,...


    Sunrise Pops

    Bright, beautiful, cool, refreshing, sweet, delicious and wholesome—what's there not to like in these homemade pops?—Colleen Ludovice, Wauwatosa, Wisconsin


    Loaded M&M Oreo Cookie Bars

    We’re all so busy and pressed for time. I find myself creating recipes that are fast to prepare and deliver...


    Sausage and Pepper Sandwiches

    Pick a dark, malty lager for simmering the sausages. Grill ’em, split ’em and load ’em on toasted buns with...

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    Frozen Yogurt

    Looking for a sweet treat that is a bit better for you? Our Test Kitchen shows you how to make...


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    Apple Cranberry Slab Pie

    My husband loves pie, so I made one with apples, raspberries and cranberries. It’s so good, I bend the rules...


    Sparkling Pineapple Grape Juice

    I love this versatile, non-alcoholic drink. Not only is it fun to serve for Easter, it goes well with cake...


    Burger Americana

    Go on a burger road trip in your own backyard. Grill the patties and load them sky-high with your favorite...


    Dad’s Famous Stuffies

    The third of July is almost as important as July Fourth in my family. We make these stuffed clams on...


    Soft Blueberry Button Cookies

    I have fond memories of picking blueberries and enjoying icy cold lemonade at my aunt’s house. This cookie is an...

    Banana Butter Pecan Kabobs

    Desserts with bananas remind me of Grandma. She and my mom taught me to cook. I rarely measure. For this...


    Whole Wheat Strawberry Shortcakes

    Nothing says spring better than a fresh strawberry shortcake. It is heavenly. My mother and I usually make this with...


    Blueberry Upside-Down Skillet Cake

    Living in Maine, I am lucky to have an endless amount of wild blueberries. This recipe's similar to a


    Peanut Butter & Jelly Cupcakes

    My husband's love for classic peanut butter and jelly inspired this recipe. The strawberry buttercream and peanut butter frosting are...


    Southwest Burger

    We love burgers and have them every Saturday in summer. We also have a favorite burrito recipe. One day,...


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    Barbecue Burger

    This barbecue burger makes a quick and easy weeknight dinner or special addition to your summer grilling spread.