1Grilled Chicken Breast
PHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON
We know what you’re thinking: grilled chicken breasts can verge on being the epitome of boring. But, when soaked in this super-quick, delicious marinade, you’re guaranteed an absolutely irresistible main, perfect for serving with all your fave summer sides.
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2Classic Potato Salad
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: SIMON ANDREWS
A classic potato salad is a must-have at every picnic and BBQ, and ours is the best—it’s creamy and tangy, with a little bit of crunch from the onion and pickles. What it’s not: too sweet, which is one of our potato salad pet peeves. If you’re looking for a classic, no-fuss potato salad that won’t disappoint, this is it.
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3Flag Cake
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSON
Hot dogs, fireworks, and flag cake—if your 4th of July party doesn’t end with a red, white, and blue dessert, then you’re doing it wrong! This cake is about as patriotic as it gets, but is easy enough to allow you maximum time outside the kitchen soaking up the best bits of summer. With a simple frosting, boxed cake mix, and sweet fresh fruit, this cake is as easy to make as it is to devour.
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4Best-Ever Burger
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There are about a million ways to top a hamburger, and we’re not here to tell you what goes onto your patty. It is our duty to make sure that you’re cooking burgers as best as you possibly can. Our golden rules: Be sure to let the meat come to room temperature and season generously with salt and pepper before you grill up.
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5Greek Salad
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING BARRETT WASHBURNE
When you’re looking for simple, refreshing, and reliable, you’d be hard pressed to find a dish better than classic Greek salad. Filled with fresh veggies, tangy feta, and a simple dressing made of ingredients you might already have in your fridge, this bright salad only takes 15 minutes to prepare, making it a perfect last-minute addition to any summer celebration.
Get the Greek Salad recipe.
6Cheddar, Bacon, & Pea Pasta Salad
PHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON
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7Hot Dog Board
Erik bernstein 8Watermelon Feta Skewers
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE
Watermelon + feta is one of our favorite combinations of all time, especially during summertime. Skewer them with some crunchy cucumber and drizzle balsamic glaze on top and you’ve got an easy, impressive appetizer everyone will love.
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9Lemon-Berry Firecracker Cake
Rachel vanni 10Honey Lime Grilled Corn
PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON
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11Grilled Ribs
PHOTO: JOEL GOLDBERG; FOOD STYLING: MICAH MORTON
All it takes is a grill, a few hours, and—okay—a lot of patience for restaurant-worthy grilled ribs. Hot tip: While they’re cooking is the perfect time to get the rest of your sides like coleslaw, potato salad, and cornbread ready.
Get the Grilled Ribs recipe.
12Thai Sweet Chili Turkey Burger
PHOTO: BRYAN GARDNER; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON
This Thai-inspired sweet chili turkey burger is just the break from boring you’ve been waiting for, with a ginger-, garlic-, and scallion-studded turkey patty, pickled spicy chiles and cucumbers, a bright, crisp cabbage slaw, and plenty of sweet chili mayo all on a shiny, fluffy brioche bun.
Get the Thai Sweet Chili Turkey Burger recipe.
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13Classic Macaroni Salad
14Berries & Cream Charcuterie Board
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15Whipped Mozzarella Dip With Burst Cherry Tomatoes
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE16Carrot Hot Dogs
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSON
To turn carrots into an incredible hot dog alternative, we marinate them in a smoky, umami-packed, and slightly sweet mixture that not only adds so much flavor to the carrots, but slightly softens them. After then roasting them in the oven, they become just tender enough to have the perfect bite nestled in hot dog buns.
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17Freedom Bark
This stunning red, white, and blue chocolate bark tastes like freedom, and is so fun for the whole family to help decorate. We love adding in all our favorite festive sprinkles, like edible stars and plenty of edible glitter.
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18Cowboy Caviar Couscous Salad
PHOTO: BRYAN GARDNER; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON
Cowboy caviar (also known as Texas caviar) combines fresh vegetables, beans, and corn to make a colorful meal that can be enjoyed with chips or as a standalone dish. But once you add some pearl couscous? It becomes the star of any picnic or potluck.
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19Classic Bruschetta recipe.
While you can make it all year round, the best time to enjoy this appetizer is summer, when fresh tomatoes are at their peak. It’s also the perfect make-ahead app: The longer the tomatoes sit in the balsamic-garlic-olive oil mixture, the better the flavors meld and develop.
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20BBQ Chicken Marinade
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: LENA ABRAHAM
The best, most flavorful BBQ chicken all comes down to the marinade, and we happen to think this recipe is truly something special. It’s tangy, juicy, and has just the right amount of char, thanks to the sugars in the BBQ sauce. Serve with classic BBQ sides like coleslaw, corn salad, or potato salad, and you’ve got a picture-perfect summer cookout on your hands ready to please.
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