Traveling Blog: 4th of July Recipes That’ll Make Your Friends Say, ”Let’s Do This More Often”

Friday, July 1, 2022

4th of July Recipes That’ll Make Your Friends Say, ”Let’s Do This More Often”

If you're anything like me, then planning for a cook-out or a long weekend starts with dessert first. An indulgent 4th of July dessert doesn't have to be complicated though — it can show off an extra pop of color, feature some seasonal fruit, or simply be an excuse to bake cupcakes. As for me, I'll be making these fudge pops, which will do double duty on a hot afternoon.

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Propping a whole chicken on a beer can may look pretty silly, but home chefs agree: Sticking a half-full beer can in the chicken cavity is the ultimate recipe for super moist and extra flavorful meat. And by the way, you can try it out with other canned beverages too. Give a Coca-Cola can a try, and your meat might just have a sweet kick!

You don't even need a grill for this recipe. Just a baking dish, a pack of dinner rolls, some chicken and mozzarella, and a whole lot of butter and parmesan to slather over the top. Serve these at your next garden party with a caesar salad and some iced tea and you're all set.

There are some cravings that hit you in the middle of a hot and humid day that only a tasty smoothie can satisfy. And whether it's thick and peanut butterey, tart and fruity, or simply a dessert in smoothie form, there really is a smoothie for every occasion.

Save this recipe for the next time you have a few servings of berries that you don't want to waste. To make it, you literally just mix the berries with sugar on a pan, let it cook, cover it with biscuit dough, then wait until the dough is plush and golden brown and ready to be topped with ice cream. This dish is so easy you can even make it while camping, in an oven, or on a grill.

As a lover of both bacon, and sweet-and-savory combinations, I am not surprised that this recipe is a new favorite. With juicy pineapple and savory bacon in every bite, this really is the hot dog that keeps on giving.

Sometimes, I need a reminder that guacamole isn't the only thing that you can make avocados. This salad is fresh, juicy, and a great way to incorporate avocados into a side dish.

A simple berry poke cake made with box mix is proof that you don't need to reinvent the wheel when it comes to crowd-pleasing desserts. Feel free to mix and match with whatever berries you have on hand.

For the crispiest zucchini fries, salt your sliced zucchinis and wait 30 minutes to drain the water out. Then, pat them dry before dipping them in the egg and bread crumb mixture. Pop them in the oven and prepare for a crunch you can hear from across the room.

It's easy to make all your favorite beverages even better with these nifty products. Want to make your very own latte? Try out a milk frother. An icy drink? Get a slush and shake maker. And for drinks that stay cool without watering your drink down, you need these reusable easy-to-clean ice cubes that'll dress up your punch with colorful stars.