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Hey hey and happy almost 4th of July!

With this star-spangled holiday just around the corner, I've got burgers, baby back ribs, and potato salad on the brain. How 'bout you?

One of the best things about holidays like the 4th is gathering with friends and family and sharing favorite food traditions.

There's nothing like a holiday with plenty of fireworks and delicious food to bring people together, and these recipes should be at the center of your celebration.

Sips & Slurps

• Sure, there's always beer, which is great, but you can't go wrong with a big pitcher of ice-cold, homemade lemonade. It's summery and refreshing, easy to make, kids love it, and adults can add booze if they want. Mine is bursting with bright lemon flavor, with the perfect balance of sweet and tart.
• And, don't forget to make a whiskey lemonade for the big kids!

Main Dish Energy

• Go with quick and easy BBQ chicken served alongside grilled veggie skewers pictured above for an all-in-one dinner on the grill.
• These baby back ribs are my jam. Follow this easy baby back ribs recipe for slow cooking them in the oven and finishing on the grill, which is the secret to moist and juicy ribs every time.
• ​These perfectly buttery and mayo-loving lobster rolls will have them rolling in the aisles for more and giving full-meal New England vibes no matter where you are.
• ​This world famous garlic burger recipe is one of my all-time, forever favorites. The burgers have just three seasonings and a legion of fans (for good reason—they're simply one of the very best burgers you’ll ever bite into).
• Smoky, flavor-packed, and so easy to cook, there's nothing more classic to come from the grill than a perfectly tender grilled tri-tip steak with homemade BBQ sauce. It's the epitome of summer.

Saddle Up to the Sides

• Potato salad is a 4th of July staple. I'm always torn between my Grandma's classic potato salad recipe, or this loaded baked potato salad (the good thing is, I love them both, so I'm never disappointed).
• For those of us who like the spunkier side of coleslaw, this no-mayo coleslaw is my absolute fave and soooo good on top of pulled pork sandwiches.
• Talk about a classic! This old-fashioned, creamy macaroni salad with eggs and crisp vegetables is dressed in a simple and creamy but still light mayonnaise dressing that goes perfectly with everything from ribs to burgers and ribs, hot dogs, and chicken.
• ​This bbq baked beans recipe comes from my Aunt Marilyn, and I have been eating these every summer for the past 40+ years, (which should absolutely be validation enough that they are the very, very best indeed).
• ​This festive red, white, and blue fruit salad features juicy watermelon, sweet bursts of blueberries, and crunchy jicama dressed with a zesty honey-lime dressing.
• You can't have a potluck party without a pasta salad and this Mediteranean-style one is loaded with all the good stuff, and one of our favorites.

Dive Into Dessert

• Nothing says "4th of July dessert" better than berries. This family favorite pie recipe is made with four kinds of berries and a buttery homemade pie crust. It was my dad's favorite and I think of him every time I make it. miss him so much.
• Taste the red, white, and blue when you eat my daughter's favorite cake with a cloud of chocolate pudding and whip cream, too.
• I also love having a cold treat because it's usually blazing hot on the 4th. These lemon bars are a classic, and always a hit. They're the perfect combo of sweet and tart, and have the most delicious, tender crust.
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For even more inspiration for the 4th, you can find loads of summer recipes on the blog here.​

Enjoy!
Heidi

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