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50 Fourth of July Recipes

From Poultry-Stuffed Lollies to Patriotic Gelatin Goodies

— June 25, 2012 — Lifestyle
Rather than being the fifth person to bring potato salad to your family potluck, impress your peers with one of these festive Fourth of July recipes. Whether you are a budding chef or a microwave master, there is a recipe suited to your skill and commitment level.

While there are many ways to celebrate Fourth of July, cookouts and potluck dinners are probably one of the most popular choices around. If you have a big family, it's best to have all your guests bring a dish to share, rather than slaving over the kitchen all day. Deck your backyard in red, white and blue and hand out a few patriotic drinks to kick this party off.

If you plan to have more of a cocktail-style mingling party, suggest bringing finger and bite-sized foods to avoid awkward plate balancing -- who could resist a chicken pot pie popper? Once the night dies down, cuddle up by a campfire, set off the fireworks and toast a few s'mores up -- or stuff those into a cookie for a decadent dessert mash-up.
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Ale-Soaked Fruity Drinks
Ale-Soaked Fruity Drinks
These Skinny Beer-Garitas Combine the Awesome Power of Limes and Brewskis
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Bold Buttery Bites
Bold Buttery Bites
These Chicken Pot Pie Poppers are a Petite Remix of the Classic
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Eye-Popping Patriotic Platters
Eye-Popping Patriotic Platters
The ‘Flag Cookie Platter’ by Lisa of the Bearfoot Baker
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Flagged Foodie Cakes
Flagged Foodie Cakes
The 'A Little Taste of Independence' Cake Shows Patriotic Pride
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Classic Bite-Sized Treats
Classic Bite-Sized Treats
These 'Inside Out Caramel Apple Slices' are Adorably Nostalgic
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Fruit-Topped Hybrid Snacks
Fruit-Topped Hybrid Snacks
This Sweet Berry Bruschetta is a Sugary Remix of the Italian Classic
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Flag Bearing Brews
Flag Bearing Brews
The Miller High Life 2012 Summer Edition is a Suave Patriotic Nod
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Smokey Skewered Franks
Smokey Skewered Franks
Switch Up Your Summer Menu with these Fun All-American Hot-Dog Kabobs
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Layered Snack Cake Desserts
Layered Snack Cake Desserts
The Twinkie Tiramisu is the Picture of Unpretentious Bliss
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Deconstructed Fast Food Meals
Deconstructed Fast Food Meals
The Cheeseburger Salad is the Healthy American Icon Alternative
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Balanced Berry-Studded Cakes
Balanced Berry-Studded Cakes
These Breakfast Granola Cups are Nutritious and Delicious
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Berry Flavorful Explosions
Berry Flavorful Explosions
The Fresh Fruit Enchiladas Offers a Wonderful Sweet Pastry Treat
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Decadent Fused Desserts
Decadent Fused Desserts
The Roasted Blueberry Cupcake With Chocolate Fudge Icing is a Sweet Combo
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Vintage Dessert Pops
Vintage Dessert Pops
The Cupcakes and Cashmere Root Beer Float Popsicles are Nostalgic
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Festive Patriotic Flag Treats
Festive Patriotic Flag Treats
The Brit & Co. Blog Shows How to Make Independence Day Goodie Bags
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Milkshake-Mimicking Cakes
Milkshake-Mimicking Cakes
The No Bake Strawberry Milk Cheesecake is Fabulously Flirty
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Fruity Ice Bowls
Fruity Ice Bowls
The Kitchen Vignettes Vessels are Perfect for Containing Summertime Treats
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Devious Summer Snacks
Devious Summer Snacks
Deep Fried Deviled Eggs are a Tasty Addition to the Picnic Basket
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Spicy Poultry Cakes
Spicy Poultry Cakes
The Buffalo Chicken Cupcakes are the Perfect Game Time Snack
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Tropical Punch Pizzas
Tropical Punch Pizzas
The Personal Pan Fruit Pizza is Mini in Size But Massive in Flavors
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Alluring Ale Packaging
Alluring Ale Packaging
Beer Company Tetley's Gets a Redesign From wpaPINFOLD
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Tasty Twisted Chocolate Treats
Tasty Twisted Chocolate Treats
Chef George Duran's Inside Out S'mores are Melt-In-Your-Mouth Good
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Poultry-Stuffed Lollies
Poultry-Stuffed Lollies
These Crispy Chicken Waffle Pops are the Perfect Portable Breakfast
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Patriotic Gelatin Goodies
Patriotic Gelatin Goodies
These 'Stained Glass Jello' Creations are Perfect for the Fourth of July
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Savory Pepperoni-Topped Cakes
Savory Pepperoni-Topped Cakes
These Pizza Cupcakes Are a Fun Alternative to a Boring Slice
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Scrumptious Slider Cakes
Scrumptious Slider Cakes
The Hamburger Cupcakes and Cookie Fries are Deliciously Tricky
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Lip-Smacking Loyalist Treats
Lip-Smacking Loyalist Treats
Bite Into Canada Day With a Maple Leaf Red Velvet Cupcake
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Cubed Ice Treats
Cubed Ice Treats
Diana Hardeman’s Tropical Sorbet Bites are Refreshingly Delicious
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Tipsy Tilted Shooters
Tipsy Tilted Shooters
Martini Glass Jello Shots are a Grownup's Answer to the Old College Standby
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Campfire-Inspired Cup Confections
Campfire-Inspired Cup Confections
The Chocolate Fudge Smores Mug Cake is Ready in a Flash
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Savory Soup Sandwiches
Savory Soup Sandwiches
The French Onion Grilled Cheese Sandwich Tastes Like the Bistro Classic
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Disguised Dessert Chips
Disguised Dessert Chips
These French Fry-Shaped Cakes are a Sweet Take on Savory Snacks
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Intoxicatingly Decadent Hybrid Desserts
Intoxicatingly Decadent Hybrid Desserts
The Red Velvet Smores Brownies Will Melt in Your Mouth
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Festive Freezer Pops
Festive Freezer Pops
These Easter Egg Popsicles Offer Hip Holiday Refreshment
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Fab Film Genre Cakes
Fab Film Genre Cakes
These Spaghetti Western Cupcakes are the Perfect Sweet Treats for Film Buffs
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Patriotic Desserts
Patriotic Desserts
Celebrate the Fourth of July With This Revolutionary Berries Recipe
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Fruit Imitating Popsicles
Fruit Imitating Popsicles
Beat the Summer Heat with These Cute and Kitschy Watermelon Ice Pops
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Campfire Cake Pops
Campfire Cake Pops
Smore Pops by Big Bears Wife are a Mini Version of the Popular Fireside Treat
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Disguised Stacked Lunches
Disguised Stacked Lunches
The Layered Sandwich Cake is Savory Despite its Sweet Profile
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Antioxidant Summer Cocktails
Antioxidant Summer Cocktails
The Triple Berry Mojito is Bursting With Refreshing Flavor
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Tiny Savory Treats
Tiny Savory Treats
These Chicken Pot Pie Cupcakes Will Keep You Snacking Sensibly
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Treat-Concealing Sweets
Treat-Concealing Sweets
These Smores Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies Deliver Two Desserts in One
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Dessert-Inspired Drinking
Dessert-Inspired Drinking
These Strawberry Cheesecake Jello Shots are Delectable
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Spiked Donut Pops
Spiked Donut Pops
The Brit & Co. Blog Shows How to Make an Alcohol-Infused Treat
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Vodka-Prepared Pops
Vodka-Prepared Pops
These Grey Goose Popsicles are a Refreshing Way to Enjoy a Shot
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Faux Frosty Cakes
Faux Frosty Cakes
Bakerella's Snow Cone Cupcakes are Surprisingly Room Temperature
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Superheroic Shot Recipes
Superheroic Shot Recipes
Lily Mitchell Concocts Alcoholic Beverages Inspired by The Avengers
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Heavenly Hybrid-Layered Treats
Heavenly Hybrid-Layered Treats
The Ice Cream Sandwich Cake is a Dessert Within a Dessert
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Intensely Intoxicating Drinks
Intensely Intoxicating Drinks
The Konstantin Datz Cocktail Poster Illustrations are Sweetly Toxic
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Freezer Fruit Treats
Freezer Fruit Treats
These Frozen Greek Yogurt Covered Strawberries are Refreshing and Adorable
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