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Festive Recipes for the Fourth of July

By Chris Scheuer | Updated on July 4, 2020

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Festive recipes for celebrating the Fourth of July. Enjoy the holiday with these easy, make-ahead recipes your family will love!

Is anyone ready for something to celebrate? I know we are! It's hard to believe that it's almost time for the Fourth. And while this year may not look like any year we've ever had before, we can still celebrate. These festive and seasonal recipes are perfect for the day. Whether you're looking for sides and desserts for your burgers, or maybe some different main course options, we've got you covered. Happy Fourth everyone!

Vertical photo of Watermelon Mint Lemonade in glasses with green straws.

On a hot summer day, there's nothing like this Watermelon Mint Lemonade! It's refreshing, delicious, easy and make-ahead.

 

Overhead vertical photo of a Ballymaloe Summer Tomato Salad with red and yellow tomatoes on a white serving plate.

When summer tomatoes are at their peak, this is the salad you want to make! Simple yet incredibly delicious, this Ballymaloe Summer Tomato Salad may just be the best thing you eat all season!

 

Vertical photo of Fresh Corn Kale Salad in a white serving bowl with blue and white individual serving bowls in the background.

If you love summery salads that are fresh, healthy and bursting with flavor, this Fresh Corn Kale Salad needs to be on your must-make list!

 

Overhead vertical photo of an Asian Watermelon Herb Salad on a white platter on a wood table.

This Watermelon Salad is the essence of summer on a platter! It's super fresh, sweet, salty, tangy and crunchy, all at the same time. The fresh herbs and Asian-inspired dressing create a delicious burst of fabulous flavor.

 

Vertical photo of a Lemon, Rosemary and Sundried Tomato Potato Salad in a pewter bowl on a white background.

Simple and delicious, this Lemon Rosemary Potato Salad is always popular! Is great for picnics, potlucks and parties because you don't have to worry about mayonnaise going bad!

 

Close up vertical photo of Barbecued Chicken Skewers.

These Barbecued Chicken Skewers are beyond delicious, with tender chunks of spice-rubbed chicken breast, smoky bacon and crisp red onion. They're grilled to perfection, then charred with a super easy Bourbon Barbecue Sauce.

 

Overhead vertical photo of a bowl of Honey Soy Braised Pork with sliced cucumbers, lime wedges, pickled red onions and fresh basil leaves

Tender and full of Asian flavor, the oven does the magic with this Slow Roasted Honey Soy Pork after your 10 minutes of hands-on time. It would make wonderful sandwiches on These Easy Brioche Buns!

 

Vertical photo of Red, White and Blue Glazed Shortbread Cookies with American flags.

If you think these festive Red, White, and Blue Glazed Shortbread Cookies look difficult, check out the video and you'll be a believer! They're one-bowl, no-mixer and super delish!

 

Overhead vertical photo of a S'mores Shortbread Tart on a red and white kitchen towel on a wood table.

This S'Mores Shortbread Tart might look fancy, but it's a fun and super easy version of the old American campfire classic, perfect for parties, picnics and potlucks!

 

Overhead vertical photo of a Ridiculously Easy Summer Berry Crisp with spoons and individual serving bowls on a wooden table.

10 minutes of prep is all that's between you and this crazy delicious, Ridiculously Easy Summer Berry Crisp. Served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream; it's nirvana in a bowl!

Thought for the day:

Taste and see that the Lord is good;
    blessed is the one who takes refuge in him. Psalm 34:8

What we're listening to for inspiration:

The Irish Blessing

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4 Comments

  1. Just listened to The Irish Blessing for the first time. Truly amazing Thanks for sharing.

  2. Can you tell me how you measure flour for your baking recipes? There are different methods that result in more or less flour (by weight) in a cup. It would help if I knew which method you use, so my results would come out the same as yours.
    Thanks for your help.