Our Favorite Memorial Day Picks - 84 recipes
Fire up the grill and get the coleslaw ready, because we've got all of your Memorial Day recipe needs covered. Browse through our huge selection of all things red-white-and-blue, grilled, fried, and all those classic American eats that are sure to make your feast a hit.
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American Flag Berry Pie
By carvalhohm
![American Flag Berry Pie](/media/da/04/0b3e45a8a09b0ced610091130625e8d4311c.jpg/rh/american-flag-berry-pie.jpg)
Details
Servings 8
Preparation time 30
Cooking time 85
- pie pastry for a double-crust pie, 9-inches
- 2 1/2 cups pitted dark sweet cherries
- 2 1/2 cups fresh blueberries
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon butter
- additional sugar for topping the crust
Fresh berries and a flaky pie crust come together to make a delicious patriotic pie
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Classic Birds Eye Macaroni Salad
![Classic Birds Eye Macaroni Salad](/media/76/e6/509762bb0c7a33737fb552c301b6f540596b./tsp/classic-birds-eye-macaroni-salad.png)
By Tabatha
Pasta salads are awesome during the hotter months of the year and the perfect potluck dish to bring to any BBQ or s...
- 1 bag Steamfresh® Mixed Vegetables, cooked according to package directions and cooled
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons parsley, finely chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 (16-ounce) box elbow macaroni, cooked according to package directions and cooled
Grilled Corn with Herb Butter
![Grilled Corn with Herb Butter](/media/72/72/cd97b3b95c317f54434030f002f317431556.jpg/tsp/grilled-corn-with-herb-butter.jpg)
By courtneyj87
This well-seasoned butter will douse each slightly char-grilled ear of corn with creamy and zesty flavor as it melt...
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 2 tablespoons fresh tender herbs, finely chopped (such as cilantro, chives, and/or flat-leaf parsley)
- 1 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- cayenne pepper to taste
- 8 ears corn, shucked
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Jalapeño Popper Burger
![Jalapeño Popper Burger](/media/51/77/20d6f6e0a9899ba2ce5e244817884dda93f8.jpg/tsp/jalapeno-popper-burger.jpg)
By Booper-2
Jalapeño Popper Burgers are the perfect mix of jalapeño poppers and cheeseburgers
- BURGER PATTIES:
- 16 ounces ground beef, minced
- 1/2 cup fresh breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup Parmesan, grated
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, finely chopped
- 1/2 onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, crushed
- 1 teaspoon salt
- black pepper, to taste
- JALAPEÑO POPPERS:
- 6 jalapeños, halved and seeds removed
- 2/3 cups mature cheddar, cut into sticks to fit inside jalapeños
- 12 strips bacon
- BURGER ASSEMBLY:
- 4 sesame seed buns, halved and toasted
- mayonnaise
- lettuce
- tomatoes, sliced
- onion, sliced
- cheese
Smoky BBQ Wings
![Smoky BBQ Wings](/media/d3/a9/8e56fb377eb9f9b52455f069b0b6029908b9.jpg/tsp/smoky-bbq-wings.jpg)
By sunriseko
Smoky BBQ Wings are what you're craving
- 3.5 pounds chicken wings
- 2 cups ketchup
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup TABASCO® brand Chipotle Pepper Sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, grated
- 1 teaspoon salt
Old-Fashioned Peach Cobbler
![Old-Fashioned Peach Cobbler](/media/61/d1/fdd960a07d9c69878b701d1246d73625b3a4.jpg/tsp/old-fashioned-peach-cobbler.jpg)
By HyzQueen
This Southern speciality is guaranteed to always be a hit when served warm and à la mode
- 1/2 stick butter
- 1 (28-ounce) can peaches, undrained
- 3 cups sugar, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 1/4 cups water
- 1 heaping tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 1/2 cups self-rising flour
- 2 teaspoon vanilla
- milk as needed
German Potato Salad Heirloom Recipe
![German Potato Salad Heirloom Recipe](/media/cb/c3/6349827f3bd9da6a00d2ec17142df5e087d7.jpg/tsp/german-potato-salad-heirloom-recipe.jpg)
By Foodiewife, A Feast for the Eyes
Unlike a Northern German version of Hot Potato salad, with lots of sugar-- this Bavarian version is more savory, wi...
- 5 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup)
- 1/2 pound bacon strips
- 1 tablespoon dill
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup chicken stock
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoons fresh cracked pepper, approx
- 3/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup Japanese rice vinegar (optional secret ingredient)
- 1 cup vegetable oil
Michael Symon's Grilled Skirt Steak
![Michael Symon's Grilled Skirt Steak](/media/66/c9/0755ba6e037c5137bb4cadfcbc993f72c657.jpg/tsp/michael-symons-grilled-skirt-steak.jpg)
By á-25089
Prepare the marinade the night before so that the flavors can soak into this grilled steak
- 1 1/2 to 2 pound skirt steak, or flank steak, hanger steak or beef heart
- 1 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 2 garlic cloves, smashed
- 2 sprigs of rosemary
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Awesome Pasta Salad!
![Awesome Pasta Salad!](/media/1d/5b/f45a01c202e2ff6fc8e40184f54ecded5e97.jpg/tsp/awesome-pasta-salad.jpg)
By Becky Jo
A simple but colorful pasta salad that's perfect for potlucks, picnics, or cookouts
- 1 (16-ounce) package fusilli (spiral) pasta
- 3 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 pound provolone cheese, cubed
- 1/2 pound salami, cubed
- 1/4 pound sliced pepperoni, cut in half
- 1 large green bell pepper, cut into 1 inch pieces
- 1 (10-ounce) can black olives, drained
- 1 (4-ounce) jar pimentos, drained
- 1 (8-ounce) bottle Italian salad dressing
7-Layer Vegetarian Greek Dip
![7-Layer Vegetarian Greek Dip](/media/7f/6b/79825fa15365cda4a7fe383254ee1d14a9ef.jpg/tsp/7-layer-vegetarian-greek-dip.jpg)
By á-174535
Artichokes, cucumber, roasted bell peppers, hummus, pita chips, greek yogurt, and an olive-herb-lemon zest mixture ...
- 1 medium cucumber, peeled and seeded
- Kosher salt to taste
- 2 cups 2% Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 large clove garlic, finely grated
- 1/2 teaspoon dried mint or oregano
- 2 cups fresh parsley leaves, chopped, about 1 large bunch
- 1/2 cup chopped, pitted kalamata olives
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 4 scallions, chopped
- 2 (14-ounce) cans artichoke hearts, drained, coarsely chopped
- 2 cups chopped jarred roasted red bell peppers, about 14 ounces
- 2 cups pita chips, crushed, plus more for serving
- 2 cups prepared hummus
- 1 cup crumbled feta, about 8 ounces
Cheater Baked Beans
![Cheater Baked Beans](/media/4c/c5/37b40fbc0bb008c31010d6974d037374693c.jpg/tsp/cheater-baked-beans.jpg)
By mytastytreasures
This Cheater Baked Beans recipe is perfect for an impromptu barbecue! The bacon in the recipe makes this dish a sta
- 2 (28-ounces) cans Bush's original baked beans
- 2/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 cup ketchup
- 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1/2 pound bacon
Family Favorite Baked Beans
![Family Favorite Baked Beans](/media/4a/cd/5868fc057e06196b69b5dc4c1731f17c8168.jpg/tsp/family-favorite-baked-beans.jpg)
By msippigrl
No cookout or fish fry would be complete without baked beans as a side dish
- 2 (28-ounce) cans Bush's 'Country Style, Baked Beans with Bacon & Extra Brown Sugar, undrained
- 1 (15-ounce) can pork and beans, drained (I used Van Camp's)
- 1/2 small onion, chopped, scant 1/2 cup
- 1/2 small green bell pepper, chopped, about 1/3 cup
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil, or bacon fat
- 1/4 to 1/3 cup K.C. Masterpiece Original Barbecue Sauce
- 1/3 cup packed dark brown sugar
- 1/4 cup ketchup (I used Hunt's)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 or 2 drops liquid smoke, optional (I used Hickory)
- 1/3 cup crisply cooked and crumbled bacon (or packaged 'Real' bacon pieces)
- Additional cooked bacon for garnish, optional
Pioneer Woman's Beef Brisket
![Pioneer Woman's Beef Brisket](/media/9d/56/c75e9c98d8da8ec9d34d44156eb76f7c27b4.jpg/tsp/pioneer-womans-beef-brisket.jpg)
By CutlerRealEstate
This Beef Brisket is great with mashed potatoes with the juice spooned over the top and your favorite roasted veget...
- 2 (10.5-ounce) cans beef consommé
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 1 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 5 cloves garlic, chopped
- 2 tablespoons liquid smoke
- 1 (10-pound) beef brisket
Banana Pudding Bark
![Banana Pudding Bark](/media/f6/9e/accee23da1f3ca4e45b3b02a6e3d83ec5f37.jpg/tsp/banana-pudding-bark.jpg)
By msippigrl
All the flavor of banana pudding in a creamy, melt-in-your-mouth candy bark, and it's only 4 ingredients! Perfect t...
- 1 (11 to 12-ounce) bag white chocolate chips
- 4 tablespoons Jell-O Vanilla Instant Pudding Mix
- 1/2 cup coarsely broken vanilla wafers
- 1/2 cup dried banana slices/chips
Amish Macaroni Salad
![Amish Macaroni Salad](/media/0c/1a/2659085fdec0a8ff71d1ad2505d5502226b9.jpg/tsp/amish-macaroni-salad.jpg)
By Renna
A summer staple that's so good, it should be made year round, not just for barbecues -This sweet and tangy, super c...
- 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
- 3 hard-cooked eggs, chopped
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 3 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 small red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
- 2 tablespoons dill pickle relish
- 2 cups creamy salad dressing (e.g. Miracle Whip)
- 3 tablespoons prepared yellow mustard
- 3/4 cup white sugar
- 2 1/4 teaspoons white vinegar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 teaspoon celery seed
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Pecan Praline Bark
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Cowboy Caviar
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Barbecued Beef Brisket Recipe
- BRISKET:
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup cider vinegar
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- 3 tablespoons dark corn syrup
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Hot Dogs for a Crowd Crock Pot
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Grilled Pineapple with Lime Dip
- LIME DIP:
- 1 fresh pineapple
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 package (3-ounce) cream cheese, softened
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Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Bark
- 1 package chocolate candy coating (almond bark or candy melts)
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Pressure-Cooker Kiss-the-Cook Baby...
- 1 tablespoon paprika
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- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 teaspoon pepper
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Clinton Kelly's Strawberry Basil...
- 4 ounces Sauvignon blanc
- 4 medium strawberries, diced small
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Kim's Coleslaw
- 1 (16-ounce) bag cabbage/coleslaw mix
- 1/4 teaspoon parsley
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 minced onion
- 1/4 teaspoon celery seed
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper
- 2 tablespoons Dijon or horseradish mustard
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1/3 cup mayo
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon white or apple cider vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic
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