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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    Easy Grilled Pork Tenderloin

    7 reviews

    “We’ve been making this dish for years and everyone who tastes it requests the recipe," writes Debbie Wigle of Williamson,...


    Beer Can Chicken

    2 reviews

    You'll be proud to serve this stand-up chicken at any family gathering. Treated with a savory rub and then roasted...


    Family-Friendly Stuffed Cheeseburgers

    9 reviews

    We were experimenting one night and came up with these tasty cheese-filled Family-Friendly Stuffed Cheeseburgers. Our kids and neighbors fell...


    Grilled Stuffed Pork Chops

    4 reviews

    Living in Texas, where summers get warm, I do a lot of cooking on the grill. I think you'll enjoy...


    Speedy Chicken Marinade

    10 reviews

    This is the best "fooler" recipe I've ever used. It takes just a few minutes but looks like you fussed....


    Grilled Pineapple Dessert

    1 review

    “This fresh-tasting, fruity dessert is one of my very favorites. Warm, sweet, buttery pineapple topped with cold ice cream. Yum!...


    Just Delish Veggie Kabobs

    5 reviews

    I first tried these kabobs at my son's cottage; they were a real hit. Invite your neighbors over for a...


    Cilantro-Lime Chicken Sandwiches

    5 reviews

    You can use any type of bread or roll for this sandwich. We like the ciabatta, but have used other...

    Country-Style Grilled Ribs

    6 reviews

    A sweet and tangy barbecue sauce, sprinkle with celery seed, coats these tender ribs. Chili powder and hot pepper sauce...


    Pita Burgers

    2 reviews

    I serve this tasty variation on the traditional hamburger at backyard get-togethers. Similar to Greek gyros, the herbed ground beef...


    Grilled Angel Food Cake with Strawberries

    1 review

    One night I goofed, accidentally using the balsamic butter I save for grilling chicken on my pound cake. What a...


    Grilled Pork Appetizers

    2 reviews

    People can't seem to get enough of these tender hors d'oeuvres. Marinated in a sauce that is slightly sweetened with...


    Creamy Herb Grilled Salmon

    15 reviews

    I have a huge herb garden and love using herbs in almost everything I cook. Living in the Pacific Northwest,...


    Teriyaki Tuna Steaks

    3 reviews

    "After sampling some wonderful tuna at a Japanese restaurant, I decided to try my hand at coming up with the...


    Grilled Honey-Lime Chicken

    6 reviews

    Make-ahead marinade is your best friend when feeding a crowd. This one for grilled chicken is good to know and...


    Sizzling Tex-Mex Fajitas

    6 reviews

    My family likes garlic, so I dreamed up this delicious marinade for our summer fajita dinners. The marinade needs eight...


    Zesty Chicken

    1 review

    Halved chicken is a perfect choice for winter grilling. Cooked over indirect heat, it virtually eliminates grill flare-ups. This version...

    Grilled T-Bone Steaks

    2 reviews

    Grilling brings out the robust flavor of this steak marinade shared by Beth Wenger of Dayton, Virginia. “Enjoy it while...


    Grilled Vegetable Orzo Salad

    16 reviews

    Vegetables that are in season make great additions to this orzo salad. It's the perfect side dish for a picnic,...


    Honey Chipotle Ribs

    14 reviews

    Nothing is better than having a sauce with the perfect slather consistency. Here's one that will ensure a lip-smacking feast....


    Apricot Chicken Drumsticks

    10 reviews

    During the summer months, you can find my family gathered around the grill enjoying delicious dishes like this chicken recipe....


    Lime-Glazed Pork Chops

    7 reviews

    These tangy grilled chops are all the talk at barbecues and tailgates. You gotta have them with the sweet and...


    One-For-All Marinated Beef

    6 reviews

    "I use this great marinade not just for beef, but for everything I grill-from pork chops to chicken," notes Sue...

    South Carolina-Style Ribs

    5 reviews

    This recipe makes some of the best country-style pork ribs you'll ever eat, especially when cooked on a grill. We...


    Curried Pork & Orange Kabobs

    4 reviews

    I love the sweet flavor of red, yellow and orange peppers. I always go for these in the summer when...


    Terrific Teriyaki Burgers

    16 reviews

    Golden flecks of pineapple give these burgers a touch of sweetness, while the ginger root adds some spice. Ground chicken...


    Sausage Shrimp Kabobs

    2 reviews

    We love these full-flavored kabobs and fix them often, even in winter. A sweet sauce is used to baste and...


    Mexican Pork Tenderloins

    2 reviews

    We spoon the black bean salsa that accompanies this dish over grilled tenderloin slices. You can save on last-minute prep...


    Can-Can Chicken

    31 reviews

    Here's a tasty take on the popular beer-can chicken. Once the bird is on the grill, the work's basically done....