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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    Mango Cheesecake

    This eggless mango cheesecake is mixed and set in the fridge for an easy, refreshing dessert in the summertime. No...


    Sweet and Spicy Baked Beans

    This recipe is a hit with guests and family. It's sweet, simple and delicious, and someone always asks for the...


    Almond Butter Swirl Ice Cream

    Warm weather days require ice cream! However, dealing with dairy intolerances can be tricky. This dairy-free recipe is a favorite...


    Strawberry Banana Popsicles

    Strawberry banana popsicles are fruity, creamy and refreshing. They're made with four simple ingredients: strawberries, a banana, maple syrup and...


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    Grilled Beef and Blue Cheese Tacos

    Everyone loves the tangy sauce that goes with these sizzling steak tacos. For an authentic feel, I like to wrap...


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    How to Make Twisted Star Bread

    You want your dessert to light up the table, but you also don't want to face an 18-step recipe that...


    Spiced Grilled Chicken with Cilantro Butter

    The spicy heat of the chicken pairs beautifully with the flavorful cilantro butter in this original recipe from Diane Halferty...


    Mixed Berry Tiramisu

    Because I love tiramisu, I came up with this deliciously refreshing twist on the traditional coffee-flavored Italian dessert. Fresh softened...

    Cleo’s Potato Salad

    My mom, Cleo Lightfoot, loved cooking all kinds of recipes, but her favorite meal was one she made when hosting...


    Sweet Pepper Cabbage Slaw

    A simple cooked dressing and red pepper give this cabbage mixture a delightful sweet flavor. It’s perfect for parties and...


    Creamy Layered Blueberry Ice Pops

    These delicious ice pops can also be made with raspberries or blackberries. The rosemary sprig and lemon zest bring another...


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    All-American Pie

    With apples, cherries and blueberries, this patriotic slab pie even tastes American. If the day doesn't call for stars and...


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    21 Pasta Salads Like Grandma Used to Make

    Looking for pasta salad ideas for a BBQ or picnic? Look no further than Grandma's recipe box.


    Ree Drummond Shares Her Signature Fourth of July Dishes

    Thanks to Ree, you're about to have the perfect Fourth of July cookout!


    Easy Grilled Corn with Chipotle-Lime Butter

    Grilling corn in the husks is so easy. There's no need to remove the silk and tie the husk closed...


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    17 Hot Dog Toppings You Haven’t Tried Yet

    The best hot dog toppings aren't necessarily mustard or (cringe) ketchup. Upgrade your barbecue game with these innovative ideas.


    Key Lime Pie Balls

    Every dessert becomes more fun when it's turned into a ball, and these irresistible Key lime pie balls are no...

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    39 Summer Potluck Salads for Your Cookouts

    While no backyard barbecue is complete without burgers and dogs on the grill, these delicious summer potluck salads will be...


    Deep-Fried Cookies

    My kids love this delicious, indulgent treat. I like to give the batter a kick by adding a pinch of...


    Cran-Orange Couscous Salad

    I often create salads for summer using a variety of healthy, filling grains. This version with tender couscous is amped...


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    Summer Salad

    This is the perfect summer salad recipe for picnics and potlucks. It's full of pearl couscous, quinoa, colorful vegetables and...


    Peachy Jalapeno Guacamole

    Fresh jalapenos and summer-ripe peaches give this creamy guacamole so much flavor. It's got a little kick, but I love...


    Zucchini Panzanella Salad

    I learned how to make panzanella from my friend's grandmother. Once I discovered how to make the perfect vinaigrette, it...

    White Balsamic Blueberry, Corn and Feta Salad

    I'm not typically a huge fan of summer corn, but when it comes to this sweet, salty, refreshing salad, I...


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    74 Fourth of July Barbecue Recipes

    Fire up the grill, it's barbecue time! Celebrate with these July Fourth barbecue recipes that are so good, you and...


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    54 July Fourth Picnic Food Ideas

    Planning a Fourth of July picnic? Look no further than these portable and delicious recipes.


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    100 Sizzlin’ Summer Barbecue Recipes

    Check out these hot hot hot summer barbecue recipes that'll make your party the talk of the block. We have...


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    Instant Pot Beef Ribs

    Instant Pot beef ribs are simmered in a sweet and tangy barbecue sauce, making them perfect for a picnic or...


    Blueberry Mojito

    An ice-cold blueberry mojito is the perfect way to beat the heat this summer, whether you're pitmaster or sitting poolside.