July 4th Recipes

This grilling recipe has been in our family for many years and always gets rave reviews. I combine tender marinated...

This cool and refreshing no-bake dessert features juicy watermelon and a creamy filling. It’s perfect for hot summer days.

Once you sample these homemade ice cream waffle bowls from our Test Kitchen, you'll want to serve them time and...

The red and blue fruit colors showing through the lattice crust make a great patriotic presentation for any 4th of...

I have a very hearty tomatillo plant in my garden. To use up the abundant produce, I decided to make...

This colorful side dish is perfect for a potluck and a great way to use up your summer bounty of...

These ribs are so simple to make, you will want to make them often. They always are juicy and have...

This is my grandmother's recipe, and the sauce is traditional Cherokee, which has been passed down for generations. It is...

The wonderful spice mixture doesn't add heat, only great flavor. This just may be the best corn you've ever had!...

Fire up the grill for this tasty salad. The meat will be done in a snap, leaving you more time...

My sister, who has always had a knack for tossing spices and ingredients together, introduced this pork tenderloin dish to...

Jennifer Rytting of West Jordan, Utah recalls: “My father-in-law was looking for a good chicken marinade when a friend suggested...

I've had this fajita recipe for three years and my husband and I just love it. Be careful with the...

Grilled onions are sweet with a mellow flavor that pairs beautifully with beef and other meats. Serve these grilled onions...

Use a few on-hand seasonings like Creole, red pepper flakes and garlic powder to create these flavorful and juicy burgers....

These buttery grilled shrimp are so good you'll want to eat them all summer long! Learn how to grill shrimp...

Everyone thinks I've gone to a lot of trouble when making this refreshing summer drink, but it's so easy! I...

Breakfast is my husband's favorite meal of the day. I use our homegrown blueberries in this sweet morning treat. —Cecilia...

This recipe gets compliments galore! I've given these fruit pies to new neighbors or anyone who needed a pick-me-up. They...

I dressed up the classic Italian trio of mozzarella, tomatoes and basil with marinated artichokes. It looks so yummy on...

This gelatin is enjoyed by everyone because you just can't go wrong with fresh berries. —Nicole Nemeth, Komoka, Ontario

You may want to double the recipe for this hearty cold appetizer because I've found that folks just can't seem...

This lemon-almond cake is the first cake I learned to make more than 30 years ago, and it’s still a...

A light dressing makes this salad a nice complement to any meal. Feta cheese and olives are a fun addition.

When I want to indulge in a snack, I make this spicy popcorn. One batch doesn't last long at our...

It's so easy to see why this fruity dessert always impresses dinner guests. I sometimes substitute the berries with sliced...

Summertime gatherings aren't complete without a refreshing pasta salad. This tasty version features a mayonnaise and picante dressing. It may...

I usually double this recipe so I can have one dessert on hand for family and friends who stop by...

A sweet-tart lemonade is a traditional part of my Memorial Day and Fourth of July menus. Folks can't get enough...