4th of July/Memorial Day

Fourth of July food is known for summer grilling and BBQ!

Try our Crock Pot Baked Beans, Mango Avocado Salsa, or our Mini Patriotic Fruit Tarts!

These recipes are also perfect for Memorial and Labor Day!

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The Best Rice Krispies Treats

March 16, 2020

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Ice Cream Terrine with Roasted Strawberries

July 30, 2019

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Fresh Tomato Tart with Herbed Ricotta

July 8, 2019

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Crock Pot Baked Beans

July 2, 2019

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Taco Salad Recipe – with optional homemade dressing

June 27, 2019

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Bruschetta Chicken Recipe

June 10, 2019

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No Churn Chocolate Ice Cream (double chocolate!)

June 5, 2019

This list of more than 10 easy and delicious chicken marinades recipes will save you from boring chicken all year.

Chicken Marinades (8 recipes!)

May 8, 2019

This zesty and flavorful tequila lime chicken marinade is reminiscent of a margarita and perfect for making grilled chicken for fajitas. You're going to love it!

Tequila Lime Chicken Marinade

September 17, 2018

Full of flavor, these southwest deviled eggs are a fun twist on a favorite. Another bonus: You can have so much fun with toppings!

Southwest Deviled Eggs

August 6, 2018

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Homemade French Onion Dip Recipe – Healthy | with VIDEO

June 18, 2018

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Tortellini Pasta Salad with Pepperoni and Italian Vinaigrette – with video

April 30, 2018

This spring orzo salad is full of bright and fresh flavors that will make you happy from the very first bite! Crisp asparagus, spicy arugula, and flavorful pine nuts are all dressed in a springy basil lemon vinaigrette. It's a huge hit every time! Make it for your next party, you won't regret it!

Spring Orzo Salad with Arugula, Asparagus, Pine Nuts

April 25, 2018

Mango Avocado Salsa is the perfect topping to any taco or salad, and it's irresistible piled up on a chip! You'll love the creamy avocado, sweet mango, and tart pineapple in every bite! Get the easy salsa recipe on RachelCooks.com!

Mango Avocado Salsa with Pineapple Recipe

January 15, 2018

Fresh and flavorful, this bruschetta orzo pasta salad is going to be a summertime favorite! Bonus: No mayo or yogurt so it's great for warm-weather picnics. Get the easy summer pasta salad recipe on RachelCooks.com!

Bruschetta Orzo Pasta Salad – with Video

July 24, 2017

You haven't had a homemade strawberry milkshake until you make one with fresh basil. This combination is going to blow your mind! Get the fun milkshake recipe on RachelCooks.com!

Homemade Strawberry Milkshake with Fresh Basil

July 17, 2017

A deli classic, made easier on the waistline! You'll love this healthy broccoli salad, it's an absolute crowd pleaser at any barbecue. And don't worry, it still has bacon! Get the easy salad recipe on RachelCooks.com!

Healthy Broccoli Salad Recipe – with Video

July 12, 2017

A mash-up of a vanilla milkshake and a mojito, this mojito milkshake is absolute summer perfection! You'll love the flavors of a mojito in a decadent summer treat. Get the recipe on RachelCooks.com!

Mojito Milkshake Recipe – Summer Perfection – with VIDEO

July 10, 2017

Spinach Balls are great hot out of the oven but are also great as they cool to room temperature, making them a perfect appetizer! Always a huge hit! Get the healthier version of this appetizer recipe on RachelCooks.com!

Spinach Balls Appetizer Recipe – WHOLE WHEAT!

June 26, 2017

Whipped feta with lemon and dill is the perfect summer spread! Classy and sophisticated with the bright flavors of lemon, it's perfect spread on a crisp slice of French bread! Get the easy recipe on RachelCooks.com!

Whipped Feta with Lemon and Dill

June 14, 2017

Vanilla bean ice cream is easily made at home -- three ingredients are all you need! No ice cream machine required. Summer just got much easier. Get the easy ice cream recipe on RachelCooks.com!

3 Ingredient Vanilla Bean Ice Cream – No Churn

August 1, 2016

Inspired by Michigan summers, these cherry chicken tacos have a fantastic balance of sweet and savory. The lime sour cream lends the perfect touch of bright citrus flavor to these chicken tacos. Get the easy recipe on RachelCooks.com!

Cherry Chicken Tacos with Lime Sour Cream

June 17, 2016

Refreshing and bright, this Red Cabbage Salad Recipe with Honey Lime Dressing is the perfect side to a heavy meal of Mexican food. It's even great on top of tacos! Get the easy recipe on RachelCooks.com!

Red Cabbage Salad Recipe with Honey Lime Dressing

May 2, 2016

All you need are a blender, two ingredients, and five minutes for this refreshing and healthy strawberry sorbet with mint. Get the easy recipe on RachelCooks.com!

Strawberry Sorbet with Mint (2 Ingredients, 5 Minutes!)

April 10, 2016