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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    43 Patriotic Red, White and Blue Desserts

    These red, white and blue desserts are the perfect way to show off your patriotic side at Labor Day, July 4th and Memorial Day picnics!

    47 Easy Fourth of July Desserts to Dazzle Your Guests

    We know you're busy flipping burgers and lighting the grill. That's where these easy Fourth of July desserts come in....


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    75 Vintage Fourth of July Recipes

    Celebrate Independence Day with an old-fashioned Fourth of July menu! With classics like apple pie and canapes, along with buttermilk...



    Caprese Pasta Salad

    1 review

    This easy Caprese pasta salad is always a favorite, especially when summer tomatoes are at their peak. It comes together...

    A 7-Day Meal Plan for The Week of The 4th of July

    Celebrate Independence Day all week with these classic recipes. Start the week with hot dogs and end the week with...


    Air-Fryer Fried Cookies

    Deep-fried Oreos are a county fair favorite. Now you can make them at home quickly, easily and mess free. —Margarita...


    Air-Fryer Chicken Legs

    1 review

    For years, I tried to find the perfect bottled barbecue sauce for chicken legs. After a few years, I threw...


    Cuts-Like-Butter BBQ Brisket

    4 reviews

    With just a few ingredients and steps, this recipe is nearly impossible to mess up. The thin, fall-apart-tender slices are...


    Rock N Rye Pork Roast Sandwiches

    Detroit's Faygo Rock & Rye soda (or pop, as we call it in Michigan) gives these pork roast sandwiches such...


    Smoked Bluefish Spread

    1 review

    While I was growing up, we spent summers on Block Island, Rhode Island, where we would surf-cast off the shores...


    Southern Peach Toasts

    These bruleed peach toasts are my creative homage to the beloved southern fresh peach cobbler. It is an upscale presentation...


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    Dill Pickle Dip

    6 reviews

    My love for pickles led me to create this dill pickle dip. It's so easy to whip together. But be...

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    16 4th of July Pies That’ll Dazzle Your Guests

    Forget the fireworks! We've got our eyes on these 4th of July pies. Each recipe makes use of all the...


    Air-Fryer Pecan Strawberry Rhubarb Cobbler

    Chock-full of berries and rhubarb, this pretty cobbler is the perfect finale for a dinner for two. Both the pecans...


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    48 Essential Fourth of July Side Dishes

    Every hero needs a sidekick. That's why we've rounded up all of the best Fourth of July side dishes. These...


    Blueberry Iced Tea

    1 review

    I enjoy coming up with new ways to use my slow cooker in the kitchen. If it’s going to take...


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    Juicy Lucy

    5 reviews

    Friends in Minnesota introduced me to the Juicy Lucy burger, a local favorite. Instead of putting the cheese on top,...


    Air-Fryer Spicy Ginger Beef Skewers

    1 review

    My family loves the flavors of these zippy kabobs. I usually grill them outside, but if it's cold or rainy,...


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    46 Light Summer Desserts That are Kind to Your Waistline

    A delicious, summery dessert for less than 350 calories per serving? You bet! These light summer desserts offer big taste...


    Grecian-Inspired Macaroni Salad

    8 reviews

    I love all Grecian flavors and tried adding them to a macaroni salad. Toss in whatever olives you can find;...


    Cubano Macaroni Salad

    2 reviews

    One of my favorite sandwiches is a hot Cubano, piled high with juicy pork, layers of ham and melty Swiss...

    Caprese Macaroni Salad

    2 reviews

    When fresh tomatoes and basil are abundant in the summer, I like to make this wonderful Caprese macaroni salad. —Debbie...


    Shrimp and Crab Macaroni Salad

    1 review

    This salad is a summertime staple in our house. If you want to splurge, go ahead and use real crab....


    Spam Macaroni Salad

    2 reviews

    I have always loved Spam, so I decided to combine it with pineapple to make this Polynesian-inspired macaroni salad recipe....


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    Best Ever Vanilla Ice Cream

    6 reviews

    This ice cream is technically a custard since it contains eggs. After lots of testing (and tasting), I've found that...


    Middle Eastern-Inspired Macaroni Salad

    1 review

    This creamy, tangy macaroni salad is inspired by the many wonderful flavors of the Middle East. The za'atar seasoning gives...


    Barbecue Macaroni Salad

    1 review

    My family loves a touch of tang, so I created this barbecue macaroni salad. Not too much—just a hint of...