Time to celebrate with some great food. This year, more than many others, Independence Day is just what we need when we need it. Many areas of the country are starting to emerge, with people starting to move around and gather some—hopefully while following health recommendations.
Introduction
I will start with a special call-out to our great friends, Canada, which celebrates Canada Day today, July 1. It is commonly known as Canada's independence day, which is somewhat correct but not quite.
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.
🐄Grilled Beef Recipes
There are lots of ways to enjoy beef for the holiday, here are some popular ones.
How to Grill Hamburgers – A Tutorial
Learn how easy it is to grill the best burgers on your gas or charcoal grill. From the choice of meat, seasoning, grill temperature, how long to grill, and final internal temperature—we will cover it all.
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How to Cook a Brisket on a Gas Grill
Learn how easy it is to cook a brisket on your backyard gas grill with these easy to follow step by step photo instructions. You too can enjoy one of the Kings of BBQ at home.
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How to Grill Filet Mignon on a Gas Grill
Learn how to cook filet mignon on a grill. Grill your fillet to perfection with this simple technique in about 10 minutes. You can have the best steaks at your special dinner tonight.
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How to Grill a Strip Steak on a Gas Grill
Learn to grill your strip steaks to perfection with this easy step-by-step photo tutorial. You are just a few minutes away from being the "grill master." This never-fail method 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 on a Gas Grill
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. There is no real secret. As Thoreau said, "simplify, simplify."
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Grillied Chicken Drumsticks- The Art of Drummies
Super easy, never fails, grilled chicken legs for the whole family. Just pat dry, spice and cook over medium-high heat. Then you will have crispy goodness for all.
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Easy Grilled Chicken Thighs
Learn how to grill perfect chicken thighs that are juicy, moist, and tender with a little crispy char. Using bone-in, boneless, or even skinless thighs, they make the perfect weeknight dinner. Fire up your grill for some incredibly easy thighs.
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How to Grill Chicken Breasts
Learn how easy it is to grill the best juicy chicken breasts on your backyard grill. From the preparation of the chicken, seasoning, grill temperature, how long to grill, and final internal temperature. We will cover it all along with some easy tips to get it right the first time, 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 a ton of choice for great pork. But let's get to a couple of great choices.
Pulled Pork on a Gas Grill – Not That Hard
How to cook 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 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
Grilling perfect juicy pork chops on your gas grill in under 30 minutes is simple. Use boneless or bone-in chops, do an optional brine if you have time, and season to your taste, and you will have an easy healthy dinner for the whole family.
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How to Grill a Pork Tenderloin on a Gas Grill
Learn the secrets to juicy and tender grilled pork tenderloin with this super easy tutorial. A properly grilled pork tenderloin will make you look like the grill master. Just don't tell them how simple it is.
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How to Grill Baby Back Ribs on a Gas Grill
The Holy Grail of ribs, smoked grilled baby back ribs, can be yours. It's not that hard. Do them low and slow like the smokers do but on your gas grill. The trick is in the grill set up. Once you get this down, it's easy.
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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
Crunchy deli style fresh broccoli salad with bacon is a classic summer gathering side dish. Just follow these easy step by step photo instructions.
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Microwave Corn on the Cob
Super Easy. Learn how to pick the best corn and microwave with the husk on in just a few minutes. Perfect for the smaller households. Just follow these easy step by step photo instructions.
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Grilled Mixed Vegetables
Nothing's better than roasted veggies unless they are grilled. Now you can do them on your grill while you cook your dinner. A delicious blend of mixed vegetables cooked on the grill!
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Special Treats
Easy Fresh Strawberry Pie
Fresh strawberry pie is a wonderful summer treat. A simple recipe everybody will love, made with Jello and a premade pie crust. Plus, almost any fool, including me, can pull this off. Make it your signature summer dish.
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Brown Sugar Cinnamon Glazed Grilled Pineapple
Easy grilled pineapple with a great caramelized brown sugar cinnamon glaze. Wonderful for a side dish or combine with vanilla ice cream for an out of this world dessert.
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Easy Apple Crisp
A couple of apples, five common pantry ingredients, and less than one hour will get you an old fashioned apple crisp that would make grandma proud. Super easy with almost no work.
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Memphis Barbecue Sauce
This sweet and tangy Memphis barbecue sauce is the perfect complement to pork, beef, or chicken. With a touch of spice, it is the best homemade bbq sauce for special occasions, or make it your everyday sauce.
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Have a 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!!