Memorial 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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Whipped Feta Dip

This whipped feta dip can be garnished with any number of toppings. For a nutty pesto variation, try adding pesto, toasted pine nuts and red pepper flakes. Top with mango chutney, lime zest and finely chopped red onion for a zesty mango take. Or create a citrus-beet dip with finely chopped pickled beets, vinaigrette, orange zest and fresh mint.

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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.

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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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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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Lemon-Blueberry Yogurt Cookies

High in protein, low in sugar and bursting with flavor, these cookies are worth adding to your dessert rotation. Serve them in August when blueberries are at their freshest for the best possible flavor or make them from frozen blueberries for a taste of summer in the winter cold.

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Sheet Pan Red, White, and Blueberry Slab Tart

This patriotic showstopper is fitting finale to your Fourth of July cookout. The sheet pan makes it easy to assemble and serve for a crowd.

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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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Beer-Braised Country-Style Ribs

Country-style ribs aren't actually ribs at all, but a braise-friendly, affordable shoulder cut that's made even more delicious when simmered with plenty of onions and a hit of malty beer.

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Classic New England Lobster Rolls

There’s no improving on this Northeast staple, especially when fresh lobster is at its peak. Keep the lobster in fairly large chunks so you can taste its sweet flavor in every bite.