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The Fourth of July is one of those holidays where I’m definitely not trying to be in the kitchen all day. I want recipes that are easy to prep, taste great cold or hot, and actually get eaten. This list of Fourth of July recipes covers all the bases: grilled mains, make-ahead sides, dips people hover around, and a few no-fuss desserts I lean on every summer.

Whether I’m hosting or just bringing a dish to a friend’s house on the 4th, these are the recipes I come back to. They’re simple, summery, and work no matter how casual or last-minute the gathering ends up being.

Best Fourth of July Recipes

Below, you’ll find a huge list of amazing recipes great for any Fourth of July celebration.

How to Keep Food Warm

• Oven: As long as you’re not cooking anything in the oven, you can set it to 200°F and store dishes in there to keep them warm.
• Aluminum Foil: If your oven is not free, you can simply use aluminum foil, which has reflective properties that protects the food from light and oxygen. The foil reflects the thermal energy back to the food, which maintains the moisture, flavor, and texture.
• Slow Cookers and Instant Pots: Think of recipes that can be made in your slow cooker or instant pot that will keep warm during the party. You can even use them to keep foods warm even if you don’t cook in them.
• Insulated coolers: You can use a cooler to keep food hot as well as cold. The insulation technology that keeps out the heat to maintain cold foods also works to trap heat in and keep food hot for hours at a time. You can even line the cooler with aluminum foil for even better results.

How to Store All the Leftovers

If you’re like me, you always end up with leftovers after any big gathering. And while I’m not complaining (leftovers are the best!), it can be tricky to know how to store all of them. Here are a few tips:

• Make sure everything is cooled completely before storing.
• Label everything with the name and date. This will help you keep track of what’s what and also ensure that nothing gets lost in the back of the fridge.
• Use plastic containers or freezer bags. This will help keep your food fresh and prevent it from drying out.
• If you have any perishable items (like meat or dairy), make sure to store them in the fridge.

For more similar roundup of recipes, be sure to check out: Vegetables To Grill This Summer, Easy Air Fryer Recipes, Memorial Day Recipes, and Recipes with Canned Beans.

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