Labor Day

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BBQ Smash Burgers

These smash burgers pack big flavor with minimal effort. Sear the patties in a hot skillet for crispy edges, and finish with fried onions for a satisfying crunch.

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Macaroni Salad with Crushed Chips

This creamy picnic classic gets a dash of Fourth of July flair with the addition of crunchy blue corn tortillas and red beet chips.

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S'mores Icebox Cake

No need for firewood—this easy icebox cake packs in all of the s'mores flavor with none of the hassle.

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Red, White and Blue Ice Cream Sandwiches

Bring the wow factor to your backyard bash with these ice cream sandwiches that are a cinch thanks to boxed cake mix.

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Strawberry-Lemonade Layer Cake

A bright, lemony cream cheese frosting is the perfect accompaniment to the pink strawberry cake. Your guests never have to know how easy this showstopper was to make.

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Chocolate-Banana Ice Cream Pie with Pretzel…

In this easy, no-bake recipe, banana ice cream, hot fudge and pretzels combine for a sweet, salty and sliceable homemade dessert.

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Blueberry Lemonade

Skip the store-bought carton and make your own flavored lemonade at home for a party-ready drink that can’t be beat. Sweet, tart and everything a summer sipper should be!

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Spicy Layered Taco Dip

Thanks to a store-bought base, this riff on the classic snack comes together in just 30 minutes.

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Spicy Southwest Potato Salad

This fun twist on classic potato salad features Taste of Inspirations® Spicy Southwestern Style Dip for an easy, creamy, flavorful shortcut. Chopped bell pepper, jalapeño, green onions, corn and fresh cilantro add to the Southwestern flair of the crowd-pleasing side.

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Bacon and Cheddar Loaded Potato Salad

Give store-bought potato salad the loaded potato treatment for a speedy side that will be a hit at any cookout.

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Michigan Sauce

This beloved regional topping for hot dogs is known for its rich, tangy flavor with a hint of sweetness. For an extra kick, garnish with jalapeños, or add a pop of freshness with parsley.

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Pretzel Hot Dogs with Cheese Dipping Sauce

Ballpark flavors get a cozy, homemade twist with hot dogs wrapped in store-bought pizza dough and cooked until golden in the air fryer. Dunk them into the warm, creamy Cheddar cheese sauce for the ultimate game-day win.