Fourth of July means party time, and these beans know how to throw down. Mixed with chopped ham, brown sugar, sauteed peppers and onions these beans will be the hit of the...
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
4th of July - US Independence Day

In the U.S., July 4th celebrates our independence. What better way to celebrate than by planning a 4th of July cookout, picnic, or party. Here are some great menu ideas that are sure to fit the bill no matter what kind of celebration you are having.
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4th Of July Baked Beans
Party Sandwich
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
Fourth Of July Parfait
Made with mint leaves or lemon balm, fresh red raspberries, cream cheese, powdered sugar, whipping cream, lemon juice, fresh blueberries
Time: under 30 minutes
Fresh And Easy Salsa With Blue Corn Chips
A tasty fresh salsa made with tomatoes, green onion, bell pepper, jalapeno, and cilantro and served with festive blue corn tortilla chips.
Time: under 30 minutes
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Lauren's Festive Coleslaw
Made with mayonnaise, sour cream, sugar, lemon juice or vinegar, celery seed, salt and pepper, red cabbage, carrot, green pepper
Time: under 30 minutes
Fourth Of July Cheesecake
Not only is this cheesecake patriotic but it's also a lower fat dessert so you can indulge without guilt!
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: over 5 hours
4th of July Red, White, and Blue Bomb Cocktail
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
Red, White And Blue Dump Cake
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
American Flag Pie
A patriotic dessert perfect for the Fourth of July or any other patriotic holiday. This pie has a double-crust, with the bottom crust being a traditional pie crust and the top crust...
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
All American Turkey Burgers
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
Red, White, And Blue 4th of July Trifle
An easy layered dessert that everyone will love for the 4th of July!
Time: 2-5 hours
Independence Day Punch
A blend of lemon, pineapple, and orange juices creates a tart and sweet summer punch. Easy to prepare, it requires just a pitcher and can be served chilled for a 4th of July...
Time: under 30 minutes
Red, White And Blue Fruit Salad
Made with sugar substitute, blueberries, red seedless grapes, sour cream
Time: under 30 minutes
Patriotic Cookie Pizza
Made with apple jelly, blueberries, raspberries, refrigerated sugar cookie dough, cream cheese, powdered sugar, lemon peel
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Red, White, And Blue Tarts
These fruity little tarts are perfect anytime, not just for the 4th of July. Feel free to change up the fruit. Raspberries, kiwi fruit, or mandarin oranges would also work...
Time: 1-2 hours
Red White And Blue Strawberry Appetizer
Made with fresh strawberries, fresh blueberries, yogurt
Time: under 30 minutes
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