4th of July - US Independence Day

Made with flake coconut, red food coloring, blue food coloring, yellow cupcakes, nondairy whipped topping, red licorice


Time:   under 30 minutes

Quick-to-make patriotic milkshakes featuring strawberry ice cream and blueberries. This recipe is perfect for festive occasions or summer gatherings.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with blue paste food coloring, red paste food coloring, egg whites, confectioners' sugar, vanilla-flavored almond bark, wafer roll cookies, red string licorice

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

The kids will love these holiday-themed popsicles! Use your favorite juices to match the color scheme.


Time:   over 5 hours

Made with blue potatoes, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, celery seed, paprika, celery, sweet onion, red bell pepper

Method:   oven, outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

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Made with candy coated milk chocolate pieces , sugar cookies, white ready-made frosting, ice cream cones


Time:   under 30 minutes

Five stars for this five bean bake. It's not all about the beans, though. Bacon and onion are added for savory flavor, and ketchup and brown sugar for some sweetness.

Method:   oven, crock pot
Time:   30-60 minutes

American cheese is a must on this well-balanced burger, as is the fresh onion rings for crunch and tomato slices for juiciness.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Give your chicken a make-over with a brand new coat of crispy corn flakes and cheese. Oven bake for a delicious crunch.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

A delicious macaroni salad that uses sour cream instead of the usual mayonnaise dressing. The optional green olives add a nice bite to it.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with chili powder, onion, green bell pepper, ground beef, brown sugar, paprika, lemon juice or vinegar, tomato sauce, ketchup or chili sauce, Worcestershire sauce

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with Ranch salad dressing, black olives, imitation crab, lettuce, tri-color rotini pasta, bell pepper, purple onion

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

These party-favorites have the heat of buffalo wings with a little sweetness to make them completely addicting.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

This spicy burger recipe is simple and delicious and always a hit. It can be made on an indoor grill (like a George Foreman) or a traditional outdoor grill.

Method:   indoor grill, outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

Once you make a giant party sandwich like this one, you'll wonder why you ever made individual sandwiches for a crowd.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Trying to outshine your neighbor's BBQ? This festive red white and blue pie is the edible fireworks you need, minus the mandatory safety lecture.


Time:   over 5 hours

Made with olive oil, red wine vinegar, cumin, chili powder, salt and pepper, cayenne, garlic, corn, black beans, red bell pepper


Time:   2-5 hours

Mix up a festive cocktail for the 4th of July by mixing vodka, triple sec, sweet & sour mix, and blue curacao in a martini glass. Then pour in a splash of grenadine to create...


Time:   under 30 minutes

Who says burgers are just about beef? These turkey burgers certainly disagree, especially with a dollop of BBQ sauce grilled right in the patties.

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with Ritz crackers, habanero peppers, cream cheese, sour cream, onion soup mix, Worcestershire sauce, red bell pepper flakes, egg

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

A long bath in buttermilk is the secret to this fantastic fried chicken. Chicken pieces, buttermilk-bathed and shaken in spice mix, fry up to achieve a crunchy coating...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   over 5 hours

Made with mayonnaise, sour cream, sugar, lemon juice or vinegar, celery seed, salt and pepper, red cabbage, carrot, green pepper


Time:   under 30 minutes

Take a moment to celebrate freedom and flavor with the 4th of July red, white, and blue cocktail. This vibrant concoction is a playful nod to summer...


Time:   under 30 minutes

Blend the vibrant flavors of cherry pie filling and blueberries with a rich, buttery white cake mix. This easy-to-follow dump cake is perfect for any patriotic celebration...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with mint leaves or lemon balm, fresh red raspberries, cream cheese, powdered sugar, whipping cream, lemon juice, fresh blueberries


Time:   under 30 minutes