50 Fourth of July Recipes for an All-American Cookout
Star Spangled Blackberry Pie
Recipe: Star Spangled Blackberry Pie
In-season blackberries will leave parade candy untouched in this centerpiece-worthy pie.
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Hot Dogs with Pickle and Parsley Relish
Recipe: Hot Dogs with Pickle and Parsley Relish
Homemade relish takes this summer cookout staple up a notch.
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Berry Cobbler
Recipe: Berry Cobbler
This mid-summer slow-cooked dessert is the ideal mix of red, white, and blue flavor.
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Memphis Dry-Rubbed Baby Back Ribs
Recipe: Memphis Dry-Rubbed Baby Back Ribs
Put at-home barbecue in action for your backyard celebration with a recipe that would make any Memphian proud.
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4th of July Punch
Recipe: 4th of July Punch
A blend of fresh fruit and bright juices, this big-batch patriotic punch can be made booze-free for the kiddos, too.
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Blueberry-Thyme Pie
Recipe: Blueberry-Thyme Pie
Serve a classic American pie bursting with seasonal blueberries that's sure to delight.
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Macaroni Pie
Recipe: Macaroni Pie
A trifecta of cheeses and fresh thyme are responsible for a savory depth of flavor that's begging to be sliced in the backyard.
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Red, White, and Blue Popsicles
Recipe: Red, White, and Blue Popsicles
A patriotic treat so tasty the colorful drips are worth the risk.
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Classic Macaroni Salad with Ham
Recipe: Classic Macaroni Salad with Ham
This old-school cold salad pairs well with any cookout menu, but it looks especially nice on a patriotic picnic table.
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Red, White, and Blue Poke Cake
Recipe: Red, White, and Blue Poke Cake
Fresh summer berries and homemade frosting combine for a summertime dessert with patriotic pizzazz.
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Instant Pot Ribs
Recipe: Instant Pot Ribs
If you have a parade to attend and can't babysit the smoker all day, these fast, fall-off-the-bone ribs may be your saving grace.
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Cherry Flag Pie
Recipe: Cherry Flag Pie
Meet an All-American classic that's almost too pretty to slice.
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Spicy Grilled Corn Salad
Recipe: Spicy Grilled Corn Salad
Start sparks long before fireworks with this street corn-inspired side with a jalapeño kick.
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Berry Splash
Recipe: Berry Splash
This family-friendly recipe will cool off your crowd all summer long.
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Flag Cake
Recipe: Flag Cake
Salute our nation's independence in the most delicious way possible. This iconic flag sheet cake will have every guest coming back for a second slice.
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Ranch Turkey Burgers
Recipe: Ranch Turkey Burgers
A turkey alternative to your routine backyard burger, this recipe adds ranch and fresh toppings for flavor that just feels like summertime.
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Tomato, Peach, and Corn Salad
Recipe: Tomato, Peach, and Corn Salad
Three cheers for this summertime trio that pairs well with all things grilled.
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Red, White, and Blue Cheesecake Bars
Recipe: Red, White, and Blue Cheesecake Bars
Red, white, and blue take a swirl atop cheesecake in bars you can prepare up to two days in advance.
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Heirloom Tomato Pie with Parmesan-Buttermilk Crust
Recipe: Heirloom Tomato Pie
Believe it or not, this Southern classic tastes even better than it looks.
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Pitcher Mojitos
Recipe: Pitcher Mojitos
Hosting a crowd all day? These big-batch mojitos are up for the challenge and easy to refill again and again.
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Best-Ever Succotash
Recipe: Best-Ever Succotash
With timeless flavor that just says "summer," guests will enjoy every forkful of this confetti-like side.
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Firecracker Cake
Recipe: Firecracker Cake
Light up the party long before the fireworks begin with this easy-to-decorate Bundt.
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Classic Grilled Corn on the Cob
Recipe: Classic Grilled Corn on the Cob
We can all agree that fresh, grilled corn is a hallmark of any Independence Day menu.
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Watermelon Margaritas
Recipe: Watermelon Margaritas
We've yet to taste a more popular cookout cocktail than this refreshingly colorful margarita.
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Patriotic Fruit Gummies
Recipe: Patriotic Fruit Gummies
Star-spangled gummies the kids will love. Who are we kidding, the adults will, too.
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Marinated Watermelon and Tomato Salad
Recipe: Marinated Watermelon and Tomato Salad
Move over red and blue berries. This watermelon salad is here to prove there's a place for other fresh summer produce on your July 4th menu.
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Red, White, and Blue Sangria Pops
Recipe: Red, White, and Blue Sangria Pops
Forget premade popsicles. These boozy Red, White, and Blue Sangria Pops will be the talk of the party.
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Peach Cobbler
Recipe: Peach Cobbler
It's not a Southern summer party without a classic cobbler, and this peach cobbler is sensational.
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Charred Potato-Okra Salad
Recipe: Charred Potato-Okra Salad
While you've got the grilled fired up, give your potato salad an upgrade with crisp, smoky grilled okra.
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Old-Fashioned Chicken Salad
Recipe: Old-Fashioned Chicken Salad
Here's proof that old-school is still cool when it comes to cookouts. A favorite outdoor side of generations past, this cold salad uses chopped chicken, mayo, celery, and a splash of lemon juice.
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Mini Firecracker Cakes Image
Recipe: Mini Firecracker Cakes
This pre-fireworks snack has a popping surprise of its own.