July 4th Recipes

They’ll be standing in line for this saucy bean recipe full of that hard-to-capture campfire flavor. A combination of colorful...

This American flag cake recipe has fun touches like using vibrant red and blue gelatin for extra color, berries and...

An easy and delicious recipe for strawberry shortcake puffs made with store-bought puff pastry dough, whipped cream and fresh strawberries.

Upgrade a classic lime margarita with this watermelon margarita recipe. The pretty, pink drink uses a sugared rim and blended...

If life is a bowl of cherries, these individual cherry tarts are the best way to use up all the...

Pies are the dessert I like best to prepare. This one's the favorite for family get-togethers, and it has been...

Frito corn salad is bursting with flavor and texture.

Blueberries? Love them. Blueberry cheesecake? Even better. Blueberry cheesecake ice cream? Now you’re talking!

This BLT dip has you covered when you need an appetizer that’s sure to please.

My boys can't wait to pick the first ripe tomatoes in our garden to be used in this terrific pie....

Desserts with bananas remind me of Grandma. She and my mom taught me to cook. I rarely measure. For this...

Tossing the cooked potatoes with stock and wine right after you drain them infuses them with flavor. The liquid absorbs...

Rum gives a tropical addition to this fabulous homemade lemonade. If you have vodka on hand, try that instead of...

This fruit punch is a perfectly balanced refresher that can easily be made before the party starts.

You can’t have a summer gathering around here without this sweet tea to cool you down. It’s wonderful for sipping...

My daughter can’t have gluten and my husband is diabetic, so there are a lot of special recipes at our...

Lime and cilantro add refreshing accents to this tangy, yummy slaw. It's perfect for a summer get-together.—Laurel Leslie, Sonora, California

These delightful firecracker shrimp are coated in a sweet and spicy glaze. The marinade comes together in moments for sizzling...

These taco pinwheels are an easy, make-ahead appetizer that'll be the first to go at your next party.

Halibut fish tacos—sitting atop lettuce and tortillas and dressed with mango salsa—make a warm-weather meal that's quick, colorful and full...

This Amish broccoli salad is a flavorful and hearty twist on traditional veggie salads. With fresh broccoli and cauliflower, crispy...

I picked up this dish a couple of years ago, and really like the mint and fruit combo. Cilantro is...

When we need a quick meal to share, we turn Cobb salad into a sandwich masterpiece. Sometimes I substitute tortillas...

Made with crisp apples, broccoli florets, dried fruits and crumbled bacon, this broccoli apple salad is as colorful as it...

This tangy Carolina pulled pork recipe features a sweet-and-spicy rub with homemade mustard sauce. When piled on buns with a...

For a savory-sweet barbecue side that's popular with a crowd, you want Boston baked beans. This recipe is tangy and...

Next time you're looking for a fun dish for a barbecue or an easy dessert for a gathering, this marshmallow...

Especially refreshing during the summer months, this dessert lets fresh fruit shine. —Ida Ruth Wenger, Harrisonburg, Virginia

We made this frozen treat for a family birthday party, and we received endless comments on it. It’s truly fantastic!...