The biggest summer holiday is here, and it is time to celebrate with great food. While we enjoy the long weekend, please remember the freedoms we enjoy and, as always, pay attention to your local health department guidelines.
Introduction
Every year I look for fun and easy recipes for you and yours to enjoy. And please don't forget food safety. Check it out at Summer Food Safety.
A special call-out to our great friends, Canada, who are celebrating Canada Day on July 1. It is commonly known as Canada's independence day, which is somewhat correct but not quite.
Please enjoy the recipes and don't forget the party animals.
🐄Grilled Beef Recipes
There are lots of ways to enjoy beef for the holiday. Here are some popular ones.
How to Grill Hamburgers on a Gas Grill
Learn how easy it is to grill the best juicy burgers on your gas grill. We will cover it all from the choice of meat, seasoning, grill temperature, how long to grill, and final internal temperature.
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How to Cook a Brisket on a Gas Grill
Cook smoked Grilled Brisket low-and-slow on your backyard gas grill—moist and tender meat with crusty bark and a smokey taste. Make classic BBQ brisket without a smoker.
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How to Grill Filet Mignon
Learn how to grill filet mignon to perfection with this simple technique in about 10 minutes. You can easily cook the best filets for your special dinner tonight.
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How to Grill Strip Steak on a Gas Grill
Learn to grill your New York strip steaks to perfection on your grill. The best juice and tender strip steaks are easy with this never-fail recipe that will serve you well for many years.
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🐓Grilled Chicken Recipes
Nothing can beat some great grilled chicken. A classic grilled dinner.
Grilled Whole Chicken without Spatchcocking
The easiest way to grill a whole chicken is just tossed on the grill. A little butter and some seasoning, and you're ready to cook—no need to cut the backbone out and break bones. There is no real secret. As Thoreau said, "simplify, simplify."
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Grillied Chicken Drumsticks-Quick and Easy
Super easy, never fails, grilled chicken legs for the whole family. Pat dry, spice, and cook over medium-high heat. All you need to do is get the grill temperature and the final internal temperature correct. Then you will have crispy legs that both kids and grandma will love.
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Grilled Chicken Thighs on a Grill
Grilled Chicken Thighs on a grill are juicy, moist, tender, and a little crispy char. This an easy recipe using bone-in, boneless, or skinless thighs.
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How to Grill Chicken Breasts on a Gas Grill
Learn how to grill chicken breast on a gas grill. Mastering grilled chicken is easy with a few simple steps. Get perfect tender and juicy chicken breasts every time.
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🐖Grilled Pork Recipes
I'm listing pork last because I think of it first. My wife called this blog "all pig all the time" for several years.
My recent Pulled Pork Recipe Roundup will give you many choices for great pork. But let's get to a couple of great options.
Smoked Pulled Pork on a Gas Grill – Not That Hard
How to smoke pulled pork on a gas grill? Not all of us have smokers. There are a lot of gas grills out there. Shouldn't we have smoked pulled pork too? I say yes. Pulled pork for all, and with a little planning, it is not that hard. Just plan enough time.
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How to Grill Pork Chops on a Gas Grill
Get perfect moist and tender Grilled Pork Chops on your gas grill in under 30 minutes. Use boneless or bone-in chops, an optional brine, and season to your taste.
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How to Grill Baby Back Ribs on a Gas Grill
Grilled baby back ribs on a gas grill are easy with a few simple steps. Delicious, juicy, and fall-off-the-bone tender BBQ ribs will make you the grill master.
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Side Dishes
Man can not live by meat alone—time to have a great side dish.
Homemade Macaroni Salad
This easy homemade version of the classic summer salad has crunchy vegetables and creamy dressing. Make it yours by adding some egg, pickle, or anything you like.
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Broccoli Salad with Bacon
A full-size "take to the family picnic" recipe for classic broccoli salad with bacon and cheese that is quick and easy to make. Better than deli made with perfect creamy dressing and crunchy fresh broccoli, cheese, bacon, and other ingredients of your choice.
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Microwave Corn on the Cob in the Husk
Microwave Corn On the Cob in the Husk is super easy with no mess and just a few minutes. Ideal for smaller households. What is there not to love about sweet corn, an All-American classic?
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Grilled Mixed Vegetables
Nothing's better than roasted veggies unless they are grilled. You can easily add them to your grill while you cook dinner. A delicious blend of mixed vegetables cooked on the grill compliments any meal.
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Special Treats
Fresh Strawberry Pie with Jell-O®
Fresh strawberry pie is a wonderful summer treat everybody loves. This easy recipe is made with Jell-O®, a premade pie crust, and fresh strawberries. Make this simple recipe your signature summer dish.
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Grilled Pineapple Slices with Brown Sugar Cinnamon Glaze
Glazed grilled pineapple slices are an easy delicious summer side dish. With a buttery caramelized brown sugar glaze, it also makes a great dessert when combined with ice cream—Ready in less than 15 minutes.
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Small Apple Crisp—Quick & Easy
Great old-fashioned apple crisp is quick and easy with this classic recipe. A smaller recipe, but it is easily doubled for larger households.
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Memphis BBQ Sauce—Sweet and Tangy
This Memphis BBQ Sauce recipe makes the best homemade sauce you will ever taste. Using only pantry staples, this smoky, sweet, and tangy sauce is easy to make and is the perfect complement to pulled pork, ribs, brisket, or even chicken and burgers. Better than any sauce you can buy. Time to impress your family and friends.
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Have great fun and a safe holiday.
Wifo, Molly, Lilly, and DrDan
Editor's Note: Originally Published July 1, 2017. Updated yearly for republication.
Ed
Thanks for the shoutout to Canada, you have a great 4th of July.
Betty Wickett
As a Canadian, (immigrant), I thank you for acknowledging our special day. Here in Canada we are acknowledging some unpleasant truths about our history while also celebrating this wonderful country. Looking forward to visiting when the borders open up.
Betty Wickett
As a Canadian I thank you for acknowledging our special day. This year especially we in Canada are facing some unpleasant truths about our history while still celebrating our wonderful country. Looking forward to visiting your country when the borders open up.
Helen Arano
What Beautiful Dogs, great with kids too.
Have a wonderful 4th.!
Ashley
Everything looks delicious!!