July 4th Recipes

You may never go back to "plain" potato salad once you've tried this recipe—I haven't! Dublin Potato Salad goes great...

This historic pie has been in our family for many generations and is always served at our get-togethers.—Suzette Pruit, Houston,...

It doesn't get more refreshing than a cold glass of orange lemonade. Serve it with fresh mint for an extra...

After my son called and said he was bringing home his college roommates, I was able to whip up this...

This cake has a great homemade flavor and tender crumb. Be sure to pile on the buttery frosting, which adds...

If you like pina coladas, you've gotta try this fluffy fruit dip. Scooped up with a slice of fresh pineapple,...

My Asian-inspired pasta salad doubles up on the peas for some serious crunch and sweetness. —Catherine Cassidy, Editor, Taste of...

This simple yellow squash and zucchini casserole is the perfect side dish to serve all summer long. Like a gratin,...

Grill up fresh peaches and pineapple slathered in cinnamon butter and use them to make a refreshing summer sangria. I...

Everyone in my family loves this recipe and its sweet marinade made with ginger, pineapple and a splash of whiskey....

I made this recipe for an assignment in culinary school—my first time making barbecue sauce. I have to say, it...

If you ask me, a good burger needs mushrooms on top, but they tend to slide around and fall off....

The best way to cool down on a warm day is with a chilled fruit salad. Serve this one for...

With an apple farm just down the road, I'm always looking for creative ways to use up those bushels. We...

I love to barbecue but don't always want a heavy dinner. These are perfect in the spring, and you'll have...

This creamy pie recipe, made with whipped cream and cream cheese inside a buttery graham cracker crust, could not be...

This chocolate crust is excellent with a cool no-bake mocha filling. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Skip the canned pie filling! We'll show you how to make a homemade cherry pie from scratch. Ice cream on...

Before you hand out the drinks, save a little soda to make these delectable burgers. Cola—used in the meat mixture...

While the crostata, an open-faced fruit tart, is actually Italian, my version's peach filling is American all the way. —Lauren...

When the family comes together, I pull out the chili powder, Worcestershire and garlic for a marinade that makes chicken...

When temps heat up, chill some glasses and cool down with a slushy blend of watermelon, lime and ginger ale....

Fresh strawberries and basil are everywhere, so get them together for a cooler that’s pure sunshine. I garnish with basil...

Mix peaches and basil with club soda for a cool and refreshing mocktail! —Dana Hinck, Pensacola, Florida

Boost your apple pie with a buttery crust, pre-cooked apples and an incredible filling with cider, cinnamon and lemon juice....

We love big-time-spicy chicken wings. I do a caramel sauce to balance the heat, but you could also glaze the...

I’m a huge fan of Nanaimo bars, the no-bake layered dessert named for the city in British Columbia. For fun,...

If you like to prep ahead of camping, roast these ribs, wrap them and finish with a sweet, savory sauce...

My tangy, smoky dip won the top prize in our office party recipe contest. Other beers can work for this,...