Fire up the grill, and gather your family and friends for a Memorial Day celebration! This collection of All-Amercian Recipes has everything from drinks and appetizers to BBQ sauces, main dishes, and desserts, along with helpful tips for hosting!
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Planning and hosting a party can be a balancing act. You have to balance the guest list, menu, cooking, and spending time with loved ones.
When I am hosting large celebrations, I ask myself a few of questions to keep me on track:
- Out of all the recipes on my menu, how many can be made beforehand?
- How much work will I have to do on the day of the party?
- Are the recipes I chose ones that everyone can enjoy?
You know I like to do things easy and stress-free, so choose recipes that work for you! As tempting as it is to go overboard with your cooking, you’ll spread yourself too thin. In the long run, choosing tried-and-true, easy-to-make recipes with great flavors is better. I’ve compiled this collection of the best recipes to help you make this the best Memorial Day ever!
Even though we will be celebrating with family and friends, we always stop to remember the real reason for this special day ~ honoring the men and women who have paid the ultimate price for our freedom. I am so very thankful to those who chose the country over self and have given all for my freedom.
Happy Memorial Day!
Easy To Make Appetizers and Drinks
Success Tip #1: When you’re hosting a party, you’ll always need more ice than you think you will. I recommend buying at least 2 more bags than you were originally planning.
Success Tip #2: Buy disposable plates, napkins, cups, and silverware! You can find fun-themed patterns for your party, making clean-up much easier.
Homemade BBQ Sauces
Make-Ahead Salads
Success Tip #3: Store the salad dressing in a separate container to ensure your salad is crispy. Before serving, drizzle the dressing over, toss, and serve for the best flavor and texture.
Pasta Salads For A Crowd
Success Tip #4: If you’re serving any food that’s made with dairy products, make sure you don’t leave them sitting outside for longer than 2 hours. That includes any salad dressings, sauces, or drinks.
Pearl
Please send air fryer recipes. As air fryers are the current (and past) rage now.