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A July 4th Menu That’ll Have ‘Em Seeing Fireworks (20 Recipes, 1 Article)
Published On: 6/26/2024 Last Modified: 6/16/2025
Summer is in full swing, and it’s time to relax and enjoy yourself. Gather your friends and family to celebrate Independence Day with a backyard bash featuring an all-American menu!
Below you will find links to many of our favorite July 4th recipes including the best BBQ ribs you ever tasted (did you know July 4 is National BBQ Ribs Day?), old-fashioned potato salad, Boston baked beans, classic cole slaw and burgers and dogs that are anything buy ordinary. Oh, and for dessert, a new take on an old standby: Grilled Strawberry Shortcake with Smoked Whipped Cream. Don’t forget the ice-cold beverages. Fireworks are optional but strongly recommended.
Smoked Pork Rib Tips Are The Best Treats, No Tricks
This simple smoked pork rib tips recipe makes the perfect snack, appetizer, or main course. Click here for details.
Authentic Texas Style Smoked Brisket Recipe
Behold the best smoked brisket recipe ever! Texas style brisket is more than a recipe, it is a concept and a goal.
Brisket Burnt Ends: A Kansas City Original Made At Home
When done right, smoked brisket burnt ends are the perfect bite. Find out how to make your own with this tested recipe.
An Easy BBQ Pulled Pork Recipe With Mouthwatering Results
This easy pulled pork recipe skips the slow cooker to create authentic low-and-slow smoked pulled pork on a smoker or grill.
Big Bob Gibson’s Bama Birds With White BBQ Sauce Recipe
Packed full of flavor, this recipe for Alabama white BBQ sauce is the perfect addition to grilled and smoked chicken.
The Francheezie: Cheese Stuffed Bacon Wrapped Hot Dogs Will Be Your New Best Friend
Stuffed with cheese then wrapped in bacon, this grilled hot dog recipe is a sure fire hit at any backyard bash.
Coney Dogs, The Pride Of Detroit
In Detroit hot dogs are Coneys and hot dog stands are Coney Islands and we've got the recipe for creating them yourself at home.
The Steakburger Recipe That Puts The Best Steakhouses On Notice
This steakburger recipe is everything you need to make the best thick, juicy, crispy hamburger you ever tasted.
Beef And Mushroom Blended Burgers Stay Nice And Juicy
Amp up the umami with this flavor packed recipe featuring a beef and mushroom blended burger. Click here for details.
Brat Burgers With Beer Cheese Sauce, A Taste Of Wisconsin
Why decide between a bratwurst and a burger when you can have both in this mouthwatering brat burger recipe.
Smoked Mac and Cheese May Be The Best Version Ever
Macaroni and cheese rises to new heights after hitting the grill in this smoked mac and cheese recipe. Click here for details.this item is for members only
Borracho Beans: The Ultimate Drunken Beans Recipe
Frijoles Borrachos are a classic Western way to cook beans in beer and this tested recipe shows you how to do them right.
Simple Boston Baked Beans Recipe, As Easy As They Are Delicious
Looking for the perfect side dish for your next cookout? Nothing screams BBQ more than a sticky and smoky bowl of Boston baked beans.
Pesto Potato Salad: Summer’s New Favorite Side
It's time to rethink serving ordinary potato salad as a side dish at your next BBQ thanks to this delicious recipe for pesto potatoes.
Mom’s Old Fashioned Potato Salad Wows ‘Em Every Time
No BBQ is complete without potato salad but often it can be lacking in flavor. Make mom proud with this recipe for the perfect potato salad.
The Best Basic Creamy Southern Coleslaw Ever
Just say no to bland store bought coleslaw and hello to this delicious homemade recipe for classic simple creamy Southern coleslaw.
Make This Easy Deli-Style Coleslaw At Home
Here's the recipe for that great creamy cole slaw they sell in the delis, and the secret ingredient is sour cream mixed with mayonnaise.
The Best Grilled Corn You’ve Ever Eaten
You will never look at corn the same way again after trying this recipe for the ultimate grill roasted corn on the cob recipe.
Grilled Watermelon Will Change the Way You Look At Summer's Favorite Fruit
Grilling watermelon transforms an otherwise sweet summer treat into a savory side dish or dessert. Click here for the recipe.
Smoked Whipped Cream: The Secret To Amazing Grilled Strawberry Shortcake
Briefly grilled strawberries and smoked whipped cream are the stars of this delicious BBQ twist on southern strawberry shortcake.Related articles
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