July 4th Recipes

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

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 Recipes Test Kitchen

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...

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

For easy veggies, I make a simple sauce of sweet red peppers, almonds and parsley. We also like this sauce...

My little ones love fruit crisps and ice pops. I created a healthy and delicious treat that combines the two....

On a sizzling day, we crave something light, airy and cool. Nothing says summer like cream puffs stuffed with peaches...

These tasty, crumbly peach bars are somewhere between a pastry and a natural energy bar, and they're a treat you'll...

A basic rub and a delightful made-from-scratch barbecue sauce help this honey barbecue chicken shine.

Mexican coleslaw captures everything you love about classic coleslaw, with a sweet and spicy twist. It’s perfect as a side...

We’re all so busy and pressed for time. I find myself creating recipes that are fast to prepare and deliver...

We love burgers and have them every Saturday in summer. We also have a favorite burrito recipe. One day,...

My family can't resist a sweet spinach and strawberry salad topped with this lovely dressing. Every bite smacks of summer.

I found a pork recipe in a newspaper many years ago, but I lightened it up quite a bit. This...

My great-grandson Austin eats only chicken, so it appears on the menu at every family gathering. This version, which marinates...

These soft cookies are a favorite of relatives and friends. When I double the recipe and take them to work,...

These Italian-style sandwiches can be served as an appetizer or as a light lunch. A homemade olive paste makes every...

This lemon-almond cake is the first cake I learned to make more than 30 years ago, and it’s still a...

It's so easy to see why this fruity dessert always impresses dinner guests. I sometimes substitute the berries with sliced...

Summertime gatherings aren't complete without a refreshing pasta salad. This tasty version features a mayonnaise and picante dressing. It may...

I usually double this recipe so I can have one dessert on hand for family and friends who stop by...

With pork instead of ground beef and tortillas in place of buns, these Southwestern-style burgers stand out from all others.—Katie...

For Linda Shupe of Berthoud, Colorado, “This recipe is a nice change from the usual barbecue sauce and makes tender,...

From Karen Haskell of Tempe, Arizona, these steaks have fabulous flavor sure to impress guests. “These will melt in your...

A close rendition to the classic English recipe, this light and airy, berry dessert comes from Margaret Minnich of Columbus,...