July 4th Recipes for a Crowd

“I have made this so long that I don’t remember where I got the recipe. I only know that my family, friends, and neighbors love them and always ask me to bring them to picnics when invited. I know that you will love them also.” – Norma

“I call these bars lazy because you use a boxed brownie mix. But if you have your own recipe and aren’t feeling lazy (like me), then use your own! I made them the other day, and my peanut butter lovers here couldn’t get enough. They are scrumptious.” – Kelli

“This easy recipe has been one of my family’s favorites for over 25 years. It is often requested as one of those celebration meals.” – Jane

“I grew up with your everyday sour cream, dill, and cucumber salad on our Polish table. But as I learned to cook, I took this common dish and spiced it up.” – Staci

“A very simple, delicious, and moist grilled chicken.” – Chacha

“I tried many different hot dog onion recipes. I mixed and matched them until I got the perfect combination!” – Lillian

“I created this great recipe years ago to use the extra zucchini and tomatoes from my garden. It’s quick, easy, and tasty!!” – Susan

“These Southern-inspired sliders will be a hit with your crowd!” – Samantha

“This sweet and tangy Southern Ambrosia salad is full of sweet fruit, coconut, pecans, and marshmallows. A Southern staple enjoyed year-round.” – Debbie

“Honestly, you don’t necessarily have to grill this corn. You can boil it first, drain it, and then roll it in the seasonings if you prefer not to grill it.” – Amanda

“Love this recipe. It’s light, with a touch of sweetness.” – Cindy

“You can add black olives, you can add pepperoni, or also change to bowtie pasta… endless possibilities.” – Bea

“The chicken is tender and tasty and appeals to all of my picky eaters! This is a very easy mop or basting sauce to use when grilling or broiling chicken.” – Peggy Sue

“This recipe is so simple and delicious! I needed something quick (and yummy) for a covered dish tonight. I decided to make this. I bet I won’t be bringing leftovers home. I think you could use frozen strawberries if fresh ones aren’t available.” – Pat

“My husband won’t eat a steak unless I have marinated it with this marinade I came up with. I am a cook who doesn’t measure. My kids requested that I start measuring their favorite recipes so that they can recreate the same tastes from mom’s cooking when I leave this mortal world. I managed to write it down for them. It will take even a very cheap cut of steak and make it mouth-watering.” – Ginger

“I grew up marinating cucumbers, onions, and tomatoes every summer as a side dish. Always a great side to a summertime meal.” – Angie

“Our family gatherings would never be the same without a giant bowl of Grandma’s tuna salad! My favorite part is the green olives.” – Lindsey

“So easy! When I bring this to a party everyone wants the recipe. So here ya go!” – Kimberly

“This is a family favorite. I make this at least once a month. It is served at every party, cookout, and beach day. It is a perfect quick meal. My family loves anything easy and quick.” – Vanessa Marie

“This is a family recipe from my husband’s family. They owned a deli in New Jersey many years ago, and this is the mac salad they made. It’s always a hit.” – Helene

“I got this coconut cream pie recipe some time ago. It took me a while to try it, and we were hooked. I suggest making and frosting this cake a day before as the texture is better the second day. So yummy!” – Stephanie

“Super easy and fast if you regularly have these items on hand. If you prefer home-cooked bacon over purchased bacon bits, cook and crumble the bacon ahead of time, and keep it on hand in your freezer. If you don’t have Marzetti Slaw Dressing available, your favorite brand or recipe will work well.” – Laura

“This is a quick and easy summertime recipe I have been making for years, and not only in the summer! It is very light and healthy, especially if you use low-fat yogurt and mayonnaise. My husband and kids love this salad, and it is great for picnics and family get-togethers.” – Mary Ann

“The marinade enhanced every single item we cooked. It was the best grilled food I have tasted in a long while.” – Lynn

“This recipe is a family favorite that is requested for every bonfire, birthday party, holiday get-together, or occasion!” – Megan

“My grandchildren love a fruit salad, yummy yummy, and this dressing is simply marvelous.” – Lynn

“This recipe is my version of the Mexican layer dip, but I make it with my fresh homemade pico de gallo! It has been a huge success at my Cinco De Mayo annual parties. It’s simple, affordable, and with an extra twist… Delicious!” – Jannette

“My mom and grandmother would make this when they had leftover veggies that they couldn’t use, or it wasn’t enough to make a complete dish. I’ve seen this done on so many cooking shows and have made it so often. It never really makes it to the dinner table!” – Denise

“This is a recipe I have been making for my family for as long as I can remember. Every time we have family gatherings they always request it.” – Pam

“A quick and easy quinoa salad with Mexican-themed ingredients and flavors!” – Kevin