Delicious Recipes For The 4th!

Are you hosting a backyard celebration for Independence Day? Or maybe it's just you and few friends? Either way you'll love the recipe ideas we have over at Annie's main site. We've got so many categories to choose from with everything from simple recipes to complicated concoctions!

Too many choices right? Keep it simple and try one or all of the recipes I've gathered here for your convenience. Hey, I totally support your need to keep it simple sweetie!

Grilled Cube Steaks & Fries

Tired of plain old hamburgers and hotdogs? Get brave and fire up that grill! Our Grilled Cube Steaks & Fries will give you a summer filled with grilling success.

Amish Baked Chicken

So grilling isn't your thing? Our Amish Bake Chicken recipe is very simple and totally delivers on flavor and satisfaction.

Cucumber Salad

If you like cucumbers, you'll want to try our Cucumber Salad as a side dish for your next potluck or barbecue. 

Taffy Apple Salad

The Taffy Apple Salad is fresh, fruity and tangy all in one delicious side dish - kids like this one too!

7-Up Strawberry Pie

And don't forget dessert! Our 7-Up Strawberry Pie features a unique fresh flavor that your family and guests will enjoy.

Visit Annie's Recipes for many more recipes perfect for your patriotic potluck, picnic or party. Connect with us on Facebook where I share other inspiring food blogger recipes and follow us on Pinterest to start your own pinboard full of recipes to try!

Gear Up for Summer Grilling!

Grilled Cube Steaks & Fries

Grill got you stumped? Tired of plain old hamburgers and hotdogs? Get brave, free your recipes, and fire up that grill! Our Grilled Cube Steaks & Fries will give you new hope for a summer filled with grilling success. And who knew cube steak could taste this good?

Macaroni Salad

Not necessarily for the grill, our Macaroni Salad recipe is a tried and true favorite. It makes an excellent accessory to any grilled menu and your summer grilling parties so much more fun!

Tender BBQ Pork Chops

Ready for more grilling adventure? Tackle our Tender BBQ Pork Chops and grill on my friend. You might also like to try Pork Ribs as a substitute just to mix things up a bit. Your guests won't mind and you'll get all the grilling kudos!

Pennsylvania Dutch Creamy Cucumbers

Another non-grilled but highly tasty recipe is our Pennsylvania Dutch Creamy Cucumbers. You don't have to be Dutch or live in Pennsylvania to create this tasty dish. Add it to your next grilling adventure to raise the steaks!

Peanut Butter Brownies

I couldn't resist including our Peanut Butter Brownies to give you an awesome ending to your grilled menu and successful backyard shindig. They melt in your mouth and make your guests very happy too!

No matter how you get your grill going, enjoy your summer and celebrate your mad grilling skills! We'd love to hear about your backyard BBQ excursions so find us on Facebook and let's connect!

Coca Cola Thick BBQ Sauce

Today's recipe is...

Coca Cola Thick BBQ Sauce

2 med. size onions, chopped fine
3/4 c. Coca Cola Classic
3/4 c. ketchup
2 tbsp. vinegar
2 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
1/2 tsp. chili powder
1/2 tsp. salt

Combine ingredients in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, covered for about 45 minutes, or until sauce is very thick. Stir occasionally. Yield: 2 cups.

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