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4th Of July Food For A Crowd

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4th of July food for a crowd: you only get to make it once a year, so you have to pick the best recipes for celebrating together! When it's your turn to host, you've got to make the appetizers, salads, main course, and side dishes. Good thing we put together a list of the best 4th of July recipes for parties, BBQs, and get-togethers to help you build the perfect menu!

The Best 4th of July Recipes

The 4th of July is an important holiday for all Americans because it's time for us to remember our freedom and those who have helped us achieve it! We gather around and celebrate with fireworks, campfires, and of course, incredible food!

Below are delicious recipes that you can make to create the perfect 4th of July feast for your friends and your family!

4th of July food for a crowd and recipe ideas to feed large gatherings during Independence day.
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4th Of July Appetizers

1. Deviled Eggs

Deviled eggs are a delicious appetizer that everyone will enjoy. This recipe blends Dijon mustard, mayonnaise, and apple cider vinegar with egg yolk to create a flavorful bite-sized snack.

Deviled Eggs
These deviled eggs are a classic, time-honored recipe that is supremely easy to make and quite simply the best ever! Some things just don't need improving, and these yummy deviled eggs are one of those things! Of course, you can always change them up with stir-ins or add-ons, but these eggs will be just like the ones from your childhood!
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These easy to make deviled eggs are just like Grandma made them and still the best ever recipe!

2. Lil Smokies Pigs in a Blanket

Lil smokies pigs in a blanket are savory and filling, which makes them a great appetizer. These pigs in a blanket are made with Hillshire Farms Little Smokies or any other brand of cocktail sausages and canned crescent rolls.

They are an extremely affordable way to serve a crowd. Bake them until golden brown, and dip them in your favorite condiments!

Lil Smokies Pigs In A Blanket
Lil Smokies Pigs in a Blanket is a quick and easy appetizer, perfect for parties, holiday gatherings, or game nights. Their delicious taste and the fun of pairing them with different dipping sauces. These bite-sized treats are sure to be a hit at any event, offering a delightful snack that's both easy to make and irresistibly tasty!
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Lil smokies pigs in a blanket served with ketchup and yellow mustard.

3. The Best 7-Layer Dip

7-layer dip is perfect with chips, crackers, or toasted bread. This recipe is made with refried beans, sour cream, guacamole, salsa, cheese, tomatoes, black olives, and cilantro!

7-Layer Dip
This 7-Layer Dip is a tasty combination of refried beans, sour cream, guacamole, salsa, cheese, diced tomatoes, and sliced black olives! Your easy taco dip can be served warm or cold; either way, it's always a hit at parties, a game day get-together, or an amazing family dinner! Best of all, you can throw this 7-layer dip together in just 10 minutes flat!
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Wide side image showing the layers in 7 Layer Dip.

4. Cheese Rolls

Cheese rolls are a great way to start any meal. These homemade rolls are topped with melted cheddar cheese and can be eaten before dinner or with it!

Cheese Bread Rolls
These easy cheese bread rolls take the usual dinner rolls to a new level of deliciousness! They pair with practically anything to round out your family meals with a wonderful side of bread that the whole family will rave about!
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Cheese rolls baked until golden brown and shown here as they are cooling in the pan.

5. 2 Ingredient BBQ Little Smokies

If you want a simple and delicious recipe to add to your appetizer table this 4th of July, then you must try our recipe for these bbq Lil smokies. All you need for this recipe are cocktail sausages and BBQ sauce!

2 Ingredient BBQ Little Smokies
These 2 ingredient BBQ Little Smokies are a quick and easy appetizer perfect for game day or whenever you need to feed a crowd. Your favorite BBQ sauce and a package of cocktail weenies are all you need for this savory, flavorful snack.
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Best 2 ingredient bbq little smokies served with light parsley garnish.

6. French Onion Dip

French onion dip is one of my favorite appetizers! It is easy to make and doesn't require any actual cooking.

Simply combine sour cream, onion powder, garlic powder, parsley, minced onion, and salt and mix together!

French Onion Dip
This delicious homemade French Onion Dip requires only sour cream, dried minced onion, and seasoning to make this flavorful appetizer dip! No worries if you don't have French onion soup mix on hand! You can make this completely from scratch version and still have a delicious dip for chips, crackers, bread, and veggies!
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7. Onion Rolls

Onion rolls are a delicious homemade appetizer that you will want to make for all your dinner parties! These rolls have chunks of sautéed onions in every bite that will leave your mouth happily satisfied!

Onion Rolls
Onion rolls are some of my favorite no-knead yeast rolls. They are ever-so-slightly sweet and always turn out fluffy. Not only that, but they can be made fast (in less than 2 hours) so you can have rolls ready for dinner. Try these pull-apart onion rolls for yourself and see how simple they are.
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8. Baked Chicken Wings

Baked chicken wings are a great addition to any 4th of July party. These chicken wings are simple to make and even easier to eat!

Simply toss them in your favorite seasoning and bake them until they are fully cooked and crispy. Serve them with ranch, blue cheese, or your favorite hot sauce!

Best Crispy Baked Chicken Wings
These oven baked chicken wings are so incredibly easy to make, and they come out extra crispy and delicious every time! Baking your bone-in wings instead of frying saves you a huge mess and means they are much healthier! Toss these crispy baked chicken wings in your favorite wing sauce and watch them disappear!
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9. Deviled Ham

Deviled ham is a great appetizer that can be eaten with crackers or chips. This recipe blends ham, mayonnaise, hot sauce, mustard, and spices to create a delicious spread.

Deviled Ham
Easy, quick deviled ham is the perfect savory sandwich spread or dip that everyone will love no matter the occasion! Tasty ham is blended with lots of spices and creamy mayo to make an out-of-this-world appetizer or lunch spread!
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10. Charcuterie Board

Not sure of a good recipe for grazing? Try a charcuterie board!

This charcuterie board has a plethora of your favorite meat, cheese, fruit, nuts, dips, and crackers, so there is something for everyone!

Charcuterie Board
A charcuterie board is an impressive but super-easy way to feed a crowd when entertaining for holidays or any reason! It doesn't matter if you're an avid cook, a great-looking appetizer tray like this amazing assortment of meats and cheeses is surprisingly easy to assemble! Add fruit, nuts, vegetables, dips, mustard spreads, pepper jelly, marmalade, honey, pickles, olives, and more to make a charcuterie board that everyone will love!
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Large square charcuterie board section.

11. Air Fryer Fried Pickles

Air fryer fried pickles are savory and delicious. They are crisp on the outside and perfectly moist on the inside!

Serve them while they are still warm with your favorite sauce!

Air Fryer Pickles
Crispy air fryer pickles are a delicious and healthier way to enjoy this popular fried dill pickle appetizer! The whole family will love the crunchy Panko bread crumb coating on this tangy pickle snack! Serve it up with your favorite dipping sauce for a 'better than' deep-fried dill pickle treat!
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Air fryer pickles in a picnic basket, being dipped in sauce.

12. BBQ Bacon Wrapped Brussel Sprouts

Want an appetizer that will impress your 4th of July guests? These BBQ bacon-wrapped Brussels sprouts will have everyone asking for the recipe!

BBQ Bacon Wrapped Brussel Sprouts
These BBQ bacon wrapped brussel sprouts combine crispy bacon, sweet honey, and fresh brussel sprouts for a delicious side dish! You'll never want to go back to eating plain brussel sprouts again. In fact, these are so tasty that they will become a new go-to side for anytime you fire up the grill!
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Best bbq bacon wrapped brussel sprouts served on white platter.

13. Crockpot BBQ Meatballs

These meatballs can be tossed in your crockpot with some honey BBQ sauce and diced onion, then forgotten about until dinnertime! Serve them on a platter with toothpicks so guests can easily grab them and go.

Crockpot BBQ Meatballs
These Crockpot BBQ meatballs are tangy and sweet, only use 3 simple ingredients, and take no effort to prepare! Just mix everything together and leave the meatballs to cook in your slow cooker! You can serve them as an appetizer with toothpicks or as an entree with some rice, noodles, rolls, and more!
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4th Of July Salads

14. Loaded Baked Potato Salad

This loaded baked potato salad is robust and flavorful! It has fork-tender potatoes, mayonnaise, sour cream, bacon, and cheddar cheese!

Every guest this 4th of July will be asking for the recipe for this updated potato salad!

Loaded Baked Potato Salad
My loaded baked potato salad includes all of your favorite baked potato toppings mixed together, and it's so easy to make! This potato salad makes for a wonderful summer side dish to bring to potlucks and cookouts. However, you can serve it year-round, and you won't hear any complaints!
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Wide closeup on the loaded baked potato salad with green onion garnish.

15. Caprese Salad

This Caprese salad has the freshest ingredients that are perfect for a backyard barbecue! Combine fresh mozzarella, basil, tomatoes, balsamic vinegar, and olive oil to create this refreshing summer salad.

Caprese Salad With Balsamic And Olive Oil
This classic caprese salad recipe is an especially cool and refreshing appetizer, side dish, or snack for the hot summer months! You don't have to be eating Italian food to enjoy fresh tomatoes, basil, mozzarella, balsamic, and olive oil- it's an easy side salad that goes with anything!
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Best caprese salad served while the tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil are fresh and vibrant.

16. Fresh Fruit Salad

This fresh fruit salad is refreshing and the perfect way to cool off your guests this 4th of July. Combine your favorite fruits, such as grapes, apples, bananas, nectarines, oranges, or strawberries, in a large bowl.

Top it off with a sauce made from sweet honey, lemon zest, and vanilla!

Fresh Fruit Salad
My best fresh fruit salad contains grapes, nectarines, bananas, mangoes, kiwis, strawberries, oranges, and pineapple! This easy, classic fruit salad recipe features a made-from-scratch honey citrus fruit sauce that screams summertime! It's a refreshing salad that doubles as a dessert!
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Wide closeup on the fresh fruit salad garnished with fresh mint leaves.

17. Fruit Cocktail Salad

Fruit cocktail salad is a unique blend of pineapple, mandarin oranges, strawberries, red seedless grapes, apples, and bananas! The mixture is light and refreshing for your guests this 4th of July!

Fruit Cocktail Salad
My easy fruit cocktail salad features a rainbow of different fruit and a sauce made with pineapple and vanilla pudding that is incredible! This is a fabulous summer side dish or dessert that can be made using fresh or canned fruit, it's delicious either way! Try a refreshing fruit cocktail salad at your next get-together!
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18. Mandarin Orange Jello Salad

This mandarin orange jello salad is sweet and refreshing. It's a mixture of orange gelatin, marshmallows, cool whip, pineapple, and mandarin oranges that could be an appetizer, side dish, or dessert!

Mandarin Orange Jello Salad
Mandarin orange jello salad is a sweet treat made with mandarin oranges, pineapple, jello gelatin, Cool Whip, and plenty of mini marshmallows! It has a creamy, mousse-like consistency and a flavor that is reminiscent of an orange Dreamsicle. If you're looking for an easy after-dinner dessert, this chilled mandarin orange jello salad is just what you need!
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19. Hawaiian Macaroni Salad

Hawaiian macaroni salad is a nice twist on your traditional macaroni salad recipe. This version has macaroni noodles, mayonnaise, yogurt, onion, carrot, celery, and pineapple juice!

Hawaiian Macaroni Salad
Hawaiian macaroni salad is a delectable side dish that includes chilled pasta, mayonnaise, vinegar, and pineapple juice! This popular pasta salad is the perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and savory. Bring it to your next barbecue, potluck, or picnic and it's sure to be a new favorite!
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Wide closeup image of the Hawaiian macaroni salad after being chilled.

20. Doritos Taco Salad

Doritos are always a hit. That is why I highly recommend this Doritos taco salad! It has taco meat, Catalina dressing, Doritos, lettuce, onion, tomato, and cheese.

Serve in a bowl, or use small bags of Doritos to make individual easy-to-eat portions!

Doritos Taco Salad
Forget a basic green salad, my super easy Doritos taco salad makes a wonderful lunch or dinner and it is so full of flavor! Perfectly seasoned ground beef, veggies, and Catalina dressing are combined with Nacho Cheese Doritos for a salad like you’ve never had before!
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21. Egg Salad

This egg salad is great on top of crackers or toasted bread, it can also be eaten by itself with a spoon!

Alternatively, you could make egg salad sandwiches and serve them as the main course, or cut the sandwiches into small portions and serve them as appetizers! So many options!

Egg Salad
This egg salad is a classic recipe that features hard-boiled eggs, mayonnaise, mustard, and even some crisp and crunchy bacon! It will quickly become one of your favorite, quick recipes for a simple lunch or picnic. Eat it by itself or use it for the best egg salad sandwich you've ever had!
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The best egg salad is made with your staple ingredients of the classic egg salad: hard boiled eggs, mayonnaise, mustard, and seasoning! Make it your own with all the wonderful options for stir-ins!!

22. Greek Pasta Salad

This Greek pasta salad is one recipe that can be made anytime for any occasion, but it is refreshing and perfect for the sweltering 4th of July.

The combination of pasta, artichoke hearts, cherry tomatoes, kalamata olives, feta cheese, and red onion will really have everyone coming back for a second serving.

Greek Pasta Salad
Greek pasta salad combines farfalle pasta, kalamata olives, red onion, tomatoes, artichokes, feta cheese, and Greek dressing! It's a quick and easy side dish or main course you can make the night before and keep in the fridge until needed! The tangy flavor is refreshing and perfect for summer picnics, potlucks, and BBQs!
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23. Ham Salad

Ham salad is creamy and delicious, which is why you must make it for your next 4th of July party! It blends moist ham with creamy mayonnaise, dill pickles, and chopped celery to make an easy appetizer that's wonderful with crackers.

Ham Salad
This ham salad is a simple and traditional recipe that is perfect for making sandwiches or ham salad spread on crackers! It's fantastic for putting your leftover ham to good use! With just a few tasty mix-ins and a little time in the food processor, you’ll have an easy lunch in minutes!
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Square image of cracker being dipped into ham salad.

24. Tuna Salad with Pasta

Tuna salad with pasta is a classic summer cookout salad! This salad features tuna, bow tie pasta, mayonnaise, onion, peas, and celery, and it is totally scrumptious.

Tuna Pasta Salad
My creamy tuna salad with pasta is a relatively healthy main course or side dish that is perfect for any occasion! Bow tie noodles, tuna, red onion, and Greek yogurt are all featured in this incredibly easy dish!
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Best tuna salad with pasta served in white bowl on light background.

25. Rotisserie Chicken Salad

Rotisserie chicken salad is the perfect chicken salad for those who don't have a ton of extra time to make everything from scratch!

This simple recipe combines rotisserie chicken, mayonnaise, celery, onion, and Dijon mustard to create a creamy masterpiece that is great on its own, as a dip, or on sandwiches.

Rotisserie Chicken Salad
This rotisserie chicken salad is the easiest way to make irresistibly delicious chicken salad at home from your leftover deli chicken. This recipe is full of moist, tender chicken, crisp veggies, and the best dressing. It’s the perfect light and healthy lunch or dinner to enjoy with your family.  
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Mixed rotisserie chicken salad ready to spread onto a sandwich for lunch.

26. Lobster Salad

This cool and creamy lobster salad features lump lobster meat in a mayonnaise-based dressing. It's delicious on its own or can be served on bread as a tasty lobster roll sandwich!

Lobster Salad
Lobster salad is a classic recipe combining lobster's sweet and succulent taste with crisp celery and a creamy dressing. Whether served on a bed of lettuce or between two slices of bread, this seafood salad is always a hit! After all, any occasion feels special when lobster is on the menu!
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4th Of July Main Courses

27. Crack Chicken

This crack chicken recipe could also be served as a 'dip' for an appetizer or on sandwich buns as the main course! Enjoy this addicting recipe that calls for chicken breast, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, ranch mix, and bacon!

Slow Cooker Crack Chicken
This slow cooker crack chicken is totally addictive. Absolutely creamy and cheesy shredded chicken with bacon and ranch that's perfect for sandwiches, dips, potlucks, and more. Whether you're feeding your family or a crowd, this crockpot chicken is super easy and totally addictive.
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Large square straight on side view of the slow cooker crack chicken served on brioche bun.

28. Traeger Smoked Brisket

Traeger smoked brisket is something that will feed the whole family! This brisket is savory and moist with the perfect blend of spices to keep your party guests satisfied!

Traeger Smoked Brisket
A Traeger smoked brisket is the ultimate meaty main course for summertime pool parties, backyard BBQs, the 4th of July, or Father's Day! This easy brisket recipe still follows a 'low and slow' method, but it's fast compared to most other brisket recipes because you can have your perfectly tender, juicy brisket on the table in well under 10 hours! The key to the best Traeger smoked brisket is using a mustard base to coat the meat and, of course, the best brisket dry rub!
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Smoked brisket on dark grain wooden cutting board.

29. Slow Cooker Pulled Pork

Slow cooker pulled pork is one of my favorite 4th of July dishes. The blend of paprika, cumin, honey, and brown sugar makes the pork full of flavor and hard to resist!

Pulled pork is perfect for sandwiches or tacos and can go a long way when feeding a crowd.

Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Recipe
This slow cooker pulled pork recipe always yields fantastic results every single time, no matter what cut of pork you use! Rub the pork with a homemade blend of seasonings, sear the outside, and pop it into the crockpot! Go about your day; this delicious meal will be ready when you get hungry!
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crock pot pulled pork

30. BBQ Meatloaf

BBQ meatloaf is moist and hearty with the perfect balance of robust flavors. The BBQ spin on classic meatloaf is perfect for summertime gatherings.

BBQ Meatloaf
This BBQ meatloaf is full of classic flavor that’s made better with a tangy BBQ glaze! This easy meatloaf recipe calls for a cup of your favorite BBQ sauce so you can decide how sweet or hot you want the glaze!
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Sliced bbq meatloaf with tangy topping served on white platter.

31. Sausage Dogs

Sausage dogs are completely customizable and can be made however you want for your 4th of July party! Choose your favorite kielbasa and buns for this savory dish, and top it with peppers, onions, or a few condiments!

Sausage Dogs
You don’t have to wait for the State Fair to have these amazing sausage dogs that combine juicy Polish sausage links and soft buns and all your favorite toppings! These sausage dogs are a quick and tasty way to get your fair food fix!
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Tasty sausage dogs loaded with toppings and condiments.

32. Baked BBQ Chicken Leg Quarters

Baked BBQ chicken leg quarters will impress meat lovers everywhere! They are sweet and spicy with a touch of honey and cayenne pepper and have been baked to perfection!

Add this recipe to your 4th of July menu and enjoy them with all of your friends and family!

Baked Chicken Quarters
Baked chicken quarters are an easy and tasty way to serve up a filling chicken dinner with very little prep time or effort on your part! Season and bake the chicken until done, then serve up with some great sides for a wonderful family meal! And now, you won't have to decide between thighs or drumsticks!
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Wide closeup on the baked chicken quarters on white plate.

33. Smoked Hamburgers

Smoked hamburgers are one of my favorite summertime meals! These smoked hamburgers are extra meaty with juicy ground beef and bacon!

Topped with red onion, pickles, cheese, and tangy BBQ sauce to create to ultimate smoky burger experience.

Smoked Hamburgers
Smoked hamburgers are the best, quickest, and easiest way to satisfy any of your bold and flavorful burger cravings! Seasoned with my delicious, savory burger seasoning and dressed with BBQ sauce and loads of toppings, these burgers are truly next level! Not to mention, using a smoker makes them practically effortless!
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Smoked hamburger on toasted bun with condiments and a tray of burger patties in background.

34. Smoked Italian Sausage

This smoked Italian sausage recipe can be made with mild, sweet, or hot Italian sausage, depending on which type you prefer! Eat them plain or on top of your favorite hoagie roll, and top them with ketchup, mustard, or relish!

Smoked Italian Sausage
My easy, juicy Smoked Italian Sausages are absolutely packed with ALOT of intense smoky flavor and hands down a family fave! These smoked sausages are versatile, intensely flavorful, and an instant winner when it comes to making family meals that everyone will love!
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Square overhead of the smoked italian sausage on metal tray with buns and coarse mustard on sides.

35. Baked Chicken Thighs

These baked chicken thighs are just what your 4th of July party needs! They are easy to make (there are just 3 ingredients!) and are always wonderfully juicy and tender.

Baked Chicken Thighs
My baked chicken thighs are tender, juicy, and oh-so tasty. These 3-ingredient chicken thighs have a crispy outer skin and perfect flavor with my homemade seasoning. This method is so simple you can have delicious chicken thighs on your table in 40 minutes flat.
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36. Texas Chili

Texas chili is so thick and hearty that you can satisfy the appetite of a large party by making a pot of it. Top this meaty chili with sour cream, cheddar cheese, green onions, or corn chips!

Texas Chili (without beans)
Hearty Texas chili is a comforting meal that’s packed with lots of tender meat and spicy chiles and topped with all your favorites! This bean-less chili is super easy to prepare and makes the coziest dinner ever! Serve it with cheese, sour cream, and crackers for the most satisfying and delicious meal!
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Wide overhead of the dished Texas chili in white bowl with shredded cheddar cheese.

37. Smoked Meatloaf

Smoked meatloaf is completely underrated and pairs well with most of the side dishes listed on this list! Simply mix ground beef, yellow onion, eggs, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, cayenne pepper, and chili powder, and fire up your smoker!

Smoked Meatloaf
My smoked meatloaf is savory and flavorful. The best way to shake up your classic meatloaf recipe. Topped with a BBQ sauce glaze. Making this the most flavorful meatloaf you’ll ever have. There's amazing flavor packed into each and every bite of this soon-to-be family favorite entree.
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Smoked meatloaf topped with BBQ glaze and sliced to serve.

38. Marinated Grilled Pork Chops

These marinated grilled pork chops are so moist that they basically melt in your mouth! They are the perfect meaty main course for when you want to impress a bunch of guests.

Pork Chop Marinade
This easy-to-make Pork Chop Marinade is savory with just a touch of sweetness! Whether grilled, broiled, baked, or pan-seared, your pork chops will turn out tender and juicy with a robust, hearty flavor!
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Single marinated grilled pork chop shown on a white plate with mashed potatoes and sliced carrots.

39. Smoked Brats

Smoked Brats are so easy to make that you will want to make them every 4th of July. All you need is your favorite brand of bratwurst and your smoker.

Eat them plain or put them on a bun and top them with your favorite condiments!

Smoked Brats
Smoked brats are packed with a wonderful flavor that's made even more amazing once your bratwursts are smoked! They're practically effortless to make but taste like you worked all day at getting everything just right! Slap them on a bun with your favorite condiments and enjoy!
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Smoked brats served on metal tray.

40. Grilled Brats

If you don't have a smoker, grilled brats are a great way to keep your 4th of July guests happy!

These grilled brats are topped with tangy sauerkraut and zesty German mustard! Don't forget the beer!

Grilled Brats
My quick and delicious grilled brats are an amazingly tasty treat you can whip up in no time! Give them a quick simmer in a delicious German beer before grilling, and you’ll be amazed at how something so simple can be so tasty!
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Grilled brats served on tray with German mustard and sauerkraut.

41. Sloppy Joes

Sloppy joes were served at every holiday event when I was younger. They are hearty and filling with ample amounts of flavor that your friends and family will love!

Serve some good old fashioned sloppy joes on your favorite toasted bread this 4th of July.

Sloppy Joes
My sloppy Joes recipe has been handed down through generations and features a hearty taste of classic 1940s diner food. The meaty mixture is combined with tomato sauce and seasoning to make a perfectly messy and tasty sandwich filling. You'll ditch the canned sloppy Joe meat for good once you try it made with ground beef from scratch!
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large square closeup image of sloppy joes on buns with chips.

42. Baked BBQ Chicken Drumsticks

Baked BBQ chicken drumsticks are great for both kids and adults. They are easy to eat and pair well with almost anything!

The flavors of the BBQ seasoning and the moist dark meat chicken are something everyone can appreciate at your 4th of July event.

Baked BBQ Chicken Drumsticks
Delightfully tangy baked BBQ chicken drumsticks combine crispy baked chicken legs with a smoky barbecue sauce that's cooked to perfection! This easy dinner is a family favorite go-to for nights that you can't fire up the grill!
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Baked bbq chicken drumsticks garnished with some parsley and ready to serve.

43. Hot Dog Bar

If you are throwing a 4th of July Party, then a DIY hot dog bar is the way to go! Guests can assemble their hotdogs from a large selection of tasty toppings and condiments so that everyone can make a hotdog they'll love.

Hot Dog Bar
This hot dog bar is the perfect way to feed a crowd at parties or any special occasion you plan on having a lot of guests! Everyone will love building their own hotdogs using a variety of meat, vegetables, cheese, condiments, and more at this DIY hot dog buffet! You can even save time on the day of the party by preparing all of the toppings in advance!
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Fully assembled hot dog bar ready to serve a crowd.

44. Burger Bar

If you prefer burgers to hot dogs, a build-your-own burger bar is another crowd-pleasing option! You can offer up a variety of burger toppings, cheeses, and condiments for everyone to choose from.

Burger Bar
A burger bar is a fun and delicious way to entertain friends and family for parties, special occasions, or just because! All you need is the right ingredients and a little creativity! Whether you're looking for a classic cheeseburger or an adventurous creation, a burger bar has something for everyone!
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45. Chili Dogs

When I think of the 4th of July, chili dogs are one of the first things that come to mind! See my post on the best chili for chili dogs to choose the perfect chili recipe!

Chili Dogs
These chili dogs are an American classic featuring toasted buns and grilled hot dogs that are smothered with bold, delicious chili. Grab some shredded cheese, and get ready to kick back and enjoy. You'll want to serve them at your next backyard cookout for a meal that everyone will be talking about!
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4th Of July Sides

46. Southern Coleslaw

Southern coleslaw is sweet, tangy, and delicious! Our recipe uses crisp green cabbage, fresh carrots, creamy mayonnaise, tangy Dijon mustard, and sweet sugar to create a perfectly flavored coleslaw.

Southern Coleslaw
Southern coleslaw is a classic quick and easy side dish with crunchy veggies that are tossed with a flavorful, creamy dressing! It's the perfect addition to sandwiches, tacos, fried fish, and so much more. This Southern coleslaw isn’t just for the summertime—it’s great for anytime you want a quick, delicious side!
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Square image of Southern coleslaw in a white bowl.

47. Jiffy Jalapeño Cornbread

Jiffy jalapeño cornbread is great for guests who love a little spice in their life! The added jalapeños give the cornbread just enough heat without overpowering the dish.

Jiffy Jalapeno Cornbread
This easy Jiffy jalapeno cornbread is a tasty Mexican-inspired cornbread combining the convenience of Jiffy corn muffin mix with jalapenos and more! Mix everything up in one bowl and transfer it into a baking dish or cast-iron skillet for perfect cornbread in no time at all!
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Closeup on the cut Jiffy jalapeno cornbread.

48. Smoked Corn on the Cob

Smoked corn on the cob is another great recipe for your smoker! On this 4th of July, add whole cobs of corn to your smoker and top with butter and salt!

Smoked Corn On The Cob
This smoked corn on the cob is so easy to make that even a beginner will have no problem with this recipe! Toss it in your Traeger, or any other smoker, and forget about it until it's time to slather it in some seasoned butter and dig in. Smoked corn on the cob will be your new favorite way to enjoy corn!
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Wide closeup on the buttered smoked corn on the cob.

49. Milk Butter Boiled Corn on the Cob

Milk butter-boiled corn on the cob is tender and moist with tons of flavor. This corn is boiled in heavy cream, milk, butter, and sugar.

Once you try corn that has been prepared this way, you will never go back!

Milk Butter Boiled Corn on the Cob
I love serving up my tasty milk butter boiled corn on the cob for any family meal but especially with something hot of the grill. It's just as easy as boiling or steaming corn on the cob, but this version is so superbly sweet and soft that you will make it your new 'go-to' method of cooking your corn.
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Halved sweet corn cobs shown in the water, milk, and butter mixture that they were boiled in on the stovetop.

50. Baked Beans with Ground Beef and Bacon

Baked beans with ground beef and bacon are quite an upgrade from your typical baked beans. The added ground beef and bacon make these baked beans meaty and full of flavor!

Baked Beans with Ground Beef and Bacon
Baked beans with ground beef and bacon are a satisfying side dish for BBQ dinners and cookouts! Baked beans are made sweet with brown sugar. They are made even better with added smoky flavors from hickory-smoked bacon and liquid smoke!!
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Super easy barbecue baked beans loaded with hearty, beefy flavors and smoky richness with just a touch of delicious sweetness!!

51. Succotash

Succotash is just as fun to eat as it is to say! Our succotash recipe uses butter beans, corn, butter, red pepper, onion, and bacon!

Pair this succotash with almost any meat dish!

Succotash (with Butter Beans & Bacon)
This quick and easy succotash with bacon and butter beans is the hearty vegetable side dish that you need in your life! It’s a crowd-pleasing Southern staple that’s perfect for pairing with a wide variety of meaty mains for amazing family dinners!    
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52. Jiffy Corn Casserole

Jiffy corn casserole tastes just as good as it sounds! This casserole uses jiffy corn muffin mix, canned whole kernel corn, canned cream corn, sour cream, and butter.

The flavors blend together to become a moist, delicious side dish that will quickly disappear.

Jiffy Corn Casserole
Jiffy corn casserole is a sweet and savory side dish with creamy corn mixed into every bite of the tender cornbread. Best of all, you only need 5 ingredients and 5 minutes of prep time to put it together. Whether you call it corn casserole, corn pudding, or spoon bread, it's a side that goes with practically anything!
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53. Creamy Baked Corn

Corn in any form is a good choice for summertime. Creamy baked corn is made with corn, cheese, half and half, butter, and maple syrup! Yum!

Creamy Baked Corn Recipe
Quick, easy and absolutely delicious creamy baked corn!
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54. Instant Pot Braised Red Cabbage

Instant pot braised red cabbage is a great side dish for any BBQ. This recipe blends unique ingredients together to make an easy, flavorful side.

Add red cabbage, peeled apples, onions, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar to your Instant Pot, and voila!

Instant Pot Braised Red Cabbage
This Instant Pot braised red cabbage is a German side dish that goes great with bratwursts or any of your favorite German main dishes! Red cabbage, onion, and apples are cooked with an amazing sauce right in an Instant Pot. It’s super easy to make, incredibly delicious, and ready on the table in less than 25 minutes!
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55. Macaroni and Tomatoes

Macaroni and tomatoes are a simple Southern recipe that only has a few ingredients. All you need is macaroni, bacon grease, a can of diced tomatoes, and cornstarch, and you've got yourself an easy side dish everyone will love.

Macaroni And Tomatoes
Macaroni and tomatoes is an easy, old-fashioned Southern side dish that is as classic as comfort food gets! Canned tomatoes mean there is virtually no prep time, and a little bacon grease gives this dish its signature smoky bacon flavor! If you haven't had macaroni and tomatoes before, give it a try, and you might have a new favorite pasta side dish!
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56. Smoked Baked Potato

This smoked baked potato recipe is one that you will want to make every 4th of July! All you need to do is place the potatoes in your smoker while you smoke your meat.

Add just a dash of olive oil and salt, then load them however you like!

Smoked Baked Potato
This smoked baked potato recipe is the ultimate potato side dish to serve with your smoked chicken, brisket, pork, beef roast, or prime rib! It couldn't be easier to prep your potatoes and let them smoke alongside your fabulous protein for an amazing dinner! Trust me, once you cook your baked potatoes this way, you'll never want to prepare them any other way!
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Wide image of the perfect smoked baked potato.

57. Paula Deen's Macaroni and Cheese

Paula Deen's signature baked mac and cheese is Southern comfort in a dish. It's so rich and cheesy that you might want to make two batches, or it will quickly disappear!

Paula Deen's Macaroni and Cheese
Paula Deen's macaroni and cheese recipe is made with simple ingredients and always comes out deliciously cheesy and rich. Combine the ingredients in a baking dish and pop it in the oven for 30 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbling. It's the ultimate Southern comfort food!
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58. Broccolini Slaw

Broccolini slaw is cool and crunchy, so it's a great addition to any backyard summer BBQ! I love to add some cranberries or raisins for a little pop of sweetness.

Broccolini Slaw
This broccolini slaw is crisp and refreshing with a tangy, creamy dressing that will have you savoring every bite! You can enjoy this slaw on its own or use it to elevate sandwiches and wraps! All it takes is a few ingredients and about 10 minutes of prep time; you don't have to cook a thing!
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59. Pasta Salad

I love pasta salad because you can make it in advance and pop it in the fridge until needed! The tangy flavor of the Italian dressing is a refreshing contrast if you plan on serving a heavier main course.

Pasta Salad with Italian Dressing
This pasta salad with Italian dressing is the perfect make-ahead side dish for any meal or gathering you may have! Bring it to BBQs, potlucks, or picnics for a tasty side everyone will rave about! It is easy to customize with your favorite mix-ins so that you know your entire family will love it!
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Which combination of dishes do you plan on making this 4th of July?  Let us know in the comments below!

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4th of July Food For A Crowd: Foil Packet Baked Red Potatoes (+More Great Recipes!)

You only get to make 4th of July food for a crowd once a year so you have to pick the best recipes for celebrating together! When it's your turn to host, you've got to make the appetizers, salads, main course, and the side dishes. Good thing we put together list of the best 4th of July recipes for parties, BBQs, and get-togethers to help you build the perfect menu!
Author | Angela Latimer
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 321kcal
Prep 5 minutes
Cooking 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
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Ingredients
 

  • 3 or 4 medium red potatoes (washed and sliced)
  • 4 strips bacon (sliced)
  • ½ small yellow onion (or use 1 shallot - chopped or diced)
  • 4 tablespoon butter (1 pat of butter per packet, approx 1 tablespoon each)
  • each, salt & pepper (to taste)
  • garlic powder (optional, to taste)
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Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) - you can set the temp higher for faster cook times but the flavors blend nicely with a longer cook time.
  • Pull off large squares of aluminum foil. Portion out sliced potatoes, bacon and onion. Season with garlic powder, salt & pepper. Top each packets ingredients with a pat of butter.
  • Seal packets and bake in preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for one hour or until potatoes are tender.
  • Open the foil packets cautiously to avoid steam burns, serve and enjoy!

Notes

  • Make sure the foil packages are sealed tightly and the seam side is facing up.
  • No need to spray or coat the foil in oil unless you are opting to remove the bacon and butter.
  • These potato foil packs are versatile try adding veggies!
  • Be careful of the steam that vents when opening your foil packets!

Nutrition

Calories: 321kcal (16%) | Carbohydrates: 48g (16%) | Protein: 13g (26%) | Fat: 10g (15%) | Saturated Fat: 4g (25%) | Cholesterol: 17mg (6%) | Sodium: 191mg (8%) | Potassium: 1603mg (46%) | Fiber: 10g (42%) | Sugar: 1g (1%) | Vitamin A: 25IU (1%) | Vitamin C: 44mg (53%) | Calcium: 115mg (12%) | Iron: 12mg (67%)
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Course 4th of July, Dinner Recipes, Side Dish
Cuisine American

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