The Fête & Feast 4th of July Survival Guide

Next weekend we’ll celebrate our country’s birthday with parades, fireworks, and of course a lot of great food. Whether you’re hosting a backyard bash, taking a dish to a communal party, picnicking before fireworks, or packing a cooler for a day on the lake, you’ll find a bevy of recipes here to help you with your menu planning.

Guides & Menu Plans

• Picnic Fare: Fast, Easy, and Elegant Appetizers
• Potluck Survival Guide
• All the Joys of Summer: Ribs, Corn, and Fruit Crisp

Recipes

Appetizers & Small Bites

• Filo Cups with Pesto and Artichoke Filling
• Red Chile Beef Empanadas
• Prosciutto-Wrapped Dates with Marcona Almonds and Manchego Cheese
• Goat Cheese Crostini with Greens and Blood Oranges
• Caprese Sandwiches on Parmesan Gougères

Main Dishes

• Lime and Ginger Grilled Butterflied Chicken
• Chile-Stuffed Bison Burgers with Deconstructed Guacamole

Sides

• Spicy Soba Salad
• Spring Pasta Salad
• Stuffed Squash Calabacitas

Desserts

• Lavender Vanilla Southern Peach Cobbler

What fun activities do you have planned for the 4^th and what great food are you cooking? Share your exciting plans in the comments.