July 4th Recipes

Every time I take this strawberry pie to a family dinner, church event or anything else, it disappears quickly. I've...

You'll either need thick drinking straws or spoons to enjoy this refreshing shake that combines two favorite fruits—strawberries and peaches—for...

I remember enjoying a salad similar to this when I was a girl. I never got the recipe, but I...

My mother-in-law made a slump of wild blueberries with dumplings and served it warm with a pitcher of farm cream....

Strawberry-rhubarb pie is the best way to celebrate the coveted summer season of fresh strawberries and rhubarb.

Just one bite of these fritters takes me back to when my kids were young. Nowadays for our get-togethers, I...

My luncheon guests are always impressed when I serve this smooth, refreshing dessert garnished with candied edible flowers. The sherbet's...

Sweet and refreshing, this pretty pink slush stores well in the freezer, so it's great to have on hand for...

I combined the perfect summer snack with my favorite brownie recipe to get these s'mores brownies. They're sure to wow...

This is a fruity and refreshing twist on salsa. Guests commonly line up to try it at parties, and they...

This fresh lemon gelato recipe is the perfect combo of tangy sweetness and a creamy-cold texture.

Credit whipped cream for the fluffy-smooth texture and luscious flavor of this frozen refresher. It's highly recommended by field editor...

My mother's cornbread salad is so complete, it can be a meal in itself. The recipe has been in our...

Orange juice and soy sauce make such a tasty combination in this recipe from my mother-in-law. And the longer this...

Every bite of this grilled chicken is packed with flavor. The sweet brown sugar combines well with zesty mustard and...

The aroma of pork roast slowly cooking in pineapple juice and teriyaki sauce is wonderful when you come home after...

My son doesn’t like traditional birthday cakes and always asks for something with strawberries for the occasion. I hit the...

Colorful and refreshing, this sweet-tart slush has become a family favorite. I freeze the mix in 2- and 4-cup containers...

This elegant-looking dessert is easy to make, and the cute wonton "cups" can be made in advance. They're a different...

Local veggies and herbs have a magical knack for inspiring me to cook. After my CSA box arrived, I used...

My family gulps this frosty cooler because we love, love, love watermelon. The strawberries give it an extra pop. This...

I can eat potato salad like crazy. A little spice is nice, so I use cayenne and paprika in this...

I found beautiful heirloom tomatoes and had to show them off. In this easy galette, the tomatoes are tangy and...

There's no easier way to get that s'mores goodness in your kitchen. Mix these cookies together and chill till you're...

For years, people have told me I make the best hot dog chili out there. It’s timeless, it’s family-friendly, and...

For picnics, cookouts and showers, we make a sweet salad of watermelon, cherries, blueberries and microgreens. No matter where I...

S'mores are one of my favorite desserts. I wanted to create a cookie to replace the graham cracker—that's when my...

A few pantry items, such as mustard and preserves, inspired this recipe. And since then it has been the successful...

Oven brisket is a convenient alternative to smoked brisket! Use any leftovers of this Texas-style brisket in sandwiches and tacos.