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Sweet Restaurant Slaw

Submitted by: Sandi Johnson

Home Town: Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA

Living In: Silver City, New Mexico, USA

Easy to make with convenient, packaged coleslaw, in this version the creamy dressing with vinegar, sugar and vegetable oil is close to what's served at popular fried chicken, burger and fish restaurants.

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Blueberry Cheesecake Ice Cream

Provided by: Taste of Home

'After sampling this flavor at an ice cream stand, I kept trying to duplicate it until it was just right,' relates Melissa Symington from Neche, North Dakota.

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Fancy Fruit Pizza

Provided by: Taste of Home

Sugar cookie dough makes a fun foundation for this fantastic fruit pizza. The tender crust complements the sweetened cream cheese and colorful 'toppings'. After you serve up the last slice, be prepared to make another pizza.

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Three-Berry Lemon Trifle

Provided by: Taste of Home

'This special recipe was given to me by a friend,' Ilene Doty writes from Eau Claire, Wisconsin. 'By using some low-fat convenience items, I lightened it up with beautiful results.'

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BBQ Pork Salad with Summer Fruits and Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette

A festive, colorful salad with the fresh flavors of summer fruits and sliced BBQ pork dressed with a spicy honey balsamic vinaigrette. A tasty one-dish meal for summer!

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Sunny Orange Lemonade

Provided by: Taste of Home

Here's a beverage that'll really hit the spot. Filled with tangy goodness, it'll quench your thirst any time of year. 'I like to use tree-ripened lemons and oranges that are so abundant here in Florida,' notes Martha Schwartz from Sarasota. 'It's a must for beach picnics.'

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Brenda's Strawberry Slush Delight

Submitted by: Brenda

Home Town: Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA

Cool and refreshing, this summertime drink is perfect for weddings and showers. Everyone I make this for just loves the taste.

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Grilled Glazed Salmon

Salmon marinated in red wine vinegar, garlic and basil, makes an easy yet elegant main dish.

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Grape and Avocado Salsa

Submitted by: AMiller

Always a hit at get-togethers this unique and delicious salsa is fabulous on chicken or fish. It can also be served with bagel chips or tortilla chips.

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Juicy Deer and Bacon Burgers

Submitted by: spicymum79

Juicy deer burgers seasoned with beer and Worcestershire sauce are topped with bacon. The deer recipe you've been searching for.

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Independence Day Cookies

Submitted by: SOLARBOB

Living In: Phoenix, Arizona, USA

Red, white, and blue morsels make these a festive July 4th party treat!

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Banh Mi Burgers

Submitted by: wisweetp

Home Town: Smithville, Mississippi, USA

Living In: Waukesha, Wisconsin, USA

A marinated cucumber and carrot pickle mix tops off grilled pork burgers that have been flavored with sesame oil and ginger. The cucumber pickle mix is made ahead of time and marinated for several hours. The burgers are served on sesame seed buns for a southeast Asia-inspired treat.

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Angel Fruit Trifle

Submitted by: 2 yummy

A light and sweet trifle, made with angel food cake, whipped topping, and colorful fruits, is just right for an easy, summery dessert. Vary the colors of fruits and berries for different holidays.

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Blueberry Pudding with Lemon Cream Sauce

Provided by: Taste of Home

'THIS IS my favorite part of my favorite meal! The 'pudding' really bakes up as a cake, but the delicious lemon sauce crowning each piece has a pudding-like consistency. This dessert is so good I can't resist making it several times during blueberry season...but my family has never complained about having it too often.'

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Cookie Ice Cream Pie

Provided by: Taste of Home

Cookie Ice Cream Pie is fun to make with two already prepared ingredients--ice cream and cookies. Because you use your freezer not your oven, preparing this crunchy, creamy treat on warm days won't heat up your kitchen. Make it ahead and serve without fuss to company or kids.

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Orangemade

Submitted by: AnaLena

This blended citrus drink is sure to make your corner lemonade stand a success. It is a refreshing mix of orange juice and lemon juice. This recipe was created by kids for everyone. Garnish with fresh mint and strawberries for a real showstopper.

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Carry-Along Hot Dogs

Provided by: Taste of Home

These versatile sandwiches can be made over the grill or in the oven, so they're great anytime of year. We especially like them when camping.

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Washington Cream Pie

Provided by: Taste of Home

Lyn Robitaille of East Hartland, Connecticut recalls, 'My mom made this cherry-topped cake every year for my uncle, who shares his birthday with George Washington!'

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The Ultimate Marinade

Always a crowd-pleaser, this marinade with tahini, soy sauce, sliced green onions and sesame seeds works great with chicken or steak. Go ahead, try some of each!

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Stars and Stripes Grand Finale Cake

Submitted by: ROBIN

Home Town: Shelby, North Carolina, USA

Living In: Gastonia, North Carolina, USA

This beautiful red, white, and blue cake is the perfect grand finale for any 4th of July gathering. This fun and special recipe is a festive, make ahead dessert; strawberries, blueberries, whipped cream, and angel food cake are layered and chilled to set overnight. Serve this stunning dessert with sparkler cake candles to dazzle your family and guests.

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