July 4th Recipes

I use homegrown cherries in this bountiful pie with its unique crunchy coconut topping. But I've found that purchased tart...

You can't beat the combination of almond flavor with cherries. These light and fluffy dumplings are heavenly. Topped with the...

Frozen pound cake, pudding mix and whipped topping make this trifle easy to assemble…and true to its name. Any type...

This version of Nanaimo bars may claim roots in Alberta, but the original was said to be dreamed up in...

Making pie for a crowd may seem impossible, but not when you turn to this crowd-pleasing recipe! The sweet-tart raspberry...

When temperatures rise, cool things down with this ice-cold fruity slush. Keep some in the freezer for when guests pop...

This citrusy, golden-brown cake looks especially beautiful baked in a fancy fluted pan. Serve each slice with a dollop of...

After a spicy snack, cool your palate with this festive and fruity punch. Let guests help themselves at the punch...

Served warm, this cherry sauce makes a wonderful topping for sponge cake, pound cake or ice cream. You could also...

When heirloom tomatoes arrive, feature them with red onions, green olives and a surprising twist-star anise. —Julie Merriman, Seattle, Washington

These treats are my family’s favorite. In fact, it seems no matter how many I make, they always disappear too...

Turn fresh fruit into an irresistible and tantalizing snack or dessert with this dreamy, creamy chocolate dip. Four ingredients and...

Bound to impress, this dessert features velvety cream cheese, fresh red strawberries and a drizzle of fudge atop a crunchy...

If you like to kick things up on the grill, this is the steak for you. My husband even makes...

This pretty, refreshing treat has been served many times at our church showers. We just love it.—Teresa Ryherd, Fairbank, Iowa

Lime adds a delicious tang to this easy dessert. I'll never eat plain vanilla ice cream again! —Cory Roberts, Riverton,...

For a sweet, fruity salad at your next get-together, this recipe will surely delight. The cherries makes this irresistible.—Cindy Mahn,...

Using just five ingredients makes this recipe so simple. You can add a little extra decoration with chocolate jimmies, too....

These unique cookies have been a part of our holiday tradition for as long as I can remember. My mother...

My mother-in-law has a sour cherry tree in her yard that yields many quarts of cherries each June, and this...

This pleasant seafood salad is mild with a hint of lemon and dill. The recipe calls for imitation lobster, but...

You need just four ingredients to blend together these super-fast smoothies for breakfast. Try whipping them up on a hot...

I must have over 100 different cookie cutters and have had fun putting them to use with this recipe over...

If you like chocolate-covered pretzels, you'll love these simple snacks. They're fun to make any time of year because you...

I was fortunate to inherit this recipe from my husband's great-aunt. They slice nicely and are easier to make than...

A long-standing tradition in our home, this sparkling punch makes spirits bright. Garnished with fresh strawberries and lime, it makes...

My aunt used to bring this dish to family gatherings. It brings back childhood memories for me. Today, it's my...

“This recipe is fantastic served over toasted slices of pound cake as well as warm-from-the-oven biscuits!” Try it over ice...

Just looking at this bright red salad cheers me up—and then I get to taste it! For garnish, sprinkle on...