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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    Basil Burgers with Sun-Dried Tomato Mayonnaise

    27 reviews

    I often end up with a bumper crop of herbs—and here's one of my favorite basil recipes. These burgers...


    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...


    Super Italian Chopped Salad

    38 reviews

    Antipasto ingredients are sliced and diced to make this substantial salad. I like to buy sliced meat from the deli...


    Corn on the Cob with Lemon-Pepper Butter

    3 reviews

    Roasting fresh-picked corn is as old as the Ozark hills where I was raised. My Grandpa Mitchell always salted and...


    Caramel Toffee Ice Cream Pie

    1 review

    This caramel toffee ice cream pie is easy to make and is so pretty. It comes together in under 30...


    Chipotle Chicken Fajitas

    5 reviews

    I've had this fajita recipe for three years and my husband and I just love it. Be careful with the...


    Spicy Cajun Salsa Burgers

    6 reviews

    Use a few on-hand seasonings like Creole, red pepper flakes and garlic powder to create these flavorful and juicy burgers....


    Lemony Cooler

    4 reviews

    Everyone thinks I've gone to a lot of trouble when making this refreshing summer drink, but it's so easy! I...

    Root Beer Float Cookies

    18 reviews

    A hint of good, old-fashioned root beer flavors these chewy-soft cookies. They're great with ice cream! —Jim Gordon, Beecher, Illinois


    Sangria Wine

    1 review

    My citrus-spiked wine is always the life of the party, whether I serve it on a hot summer evening or...


    Roasted Veggie Orzo

    12 reviews

    “My sister inspired this recipe. I added a few more spices, but the concept is hers. It's easy to vary,...


    Fruit & Cereal Snack Mix

    I mix dried cranberries, cherries, raisins and apple chips with cinnamon cereal for a kid-friendly snack. It’s wonderful all year,...


    Red and Blue Berry Lemonade Slush

    1 review

    This delightfully sweet-tart beverage showcases fresh raspberries and blueberries. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen


    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....


    Patriotic Ice Cream Cupcakes

    19 reviews

    These frosty cupcakes are practically a fireworks display on their own. The little treats feature red velvet cake, blue moon...


    Raspberry Lemonade Concentrate

    3 reviews

    Here's a concentrate that allows you to enjoy a refreshing summer beverage any time of year. Sweet raspberries balance the...


    New England Iced Tea

    While growing up in Massachusetts, my family spent summers at our cottage. These cocktails for the adults were a regional...

    Barbecued Ribs with Beer

    6 reviews

    These ribs are so simple to make, you will want to make them often. They always are juicy and have...


    Spiced Grilled Corn

    3 reviews

    The wonderful spice mixture doesn't add heat, only great flavor. This just may be the best corn you've ever had!...


    Grilled Tilapia with Pineapple Salsa for 2

    Just because you are serving a smaller serving meals doesn't mean you have to give up flavor. This delicious fish...


    Pot of S’mores

    18 reviews

    Mom’s easy Dutch-oven version of the popular campout treat is so good and gooey. The hardest part is waiting for...


    Cake & Berry Campfire Cobbler

    6 reviews

    This warm Dutch oven cobbler is one of our favorite ways to end a busy day of fishing, hiking, swimming...


    Caribbean Jerk Chicken

    17 reviews

    Get ready to rock the grill with this wonderfully fragrant, spicy chicken. The bold marinade includes hints of cinnamon, cayenne...

    Grilled Potato Packets

    14 reviews

    Potatoes require a little extra time on the grill, so remember to give these pouches first dibs on the flames....


    Refrigerator Dill Pickles

    48 reviews

    Easy and economical, refrigerator dill pickles are tangy, zesty and crispy. No one will believe you made them yourself! —Jake...


    Hawaiian Beef Sliders

    17 reviews

    Sweet and savory with just a hint of heat, these dynamite burgers are packed with flavor. The combination of pineapple...


    Sloppy Joe Dogs

    16 reviews

    There are so many different ways to top a hot dog, but this tasty sloppy joe version beats them all!...


    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...


    Tomato Mozzarella Salad

    16 reviews

    A splash of lemon and a hint of refreshing mint brighten up the medley of red tomatoes, creamy mozzarella and...