Whether youโre hosting a barbecue in the backyard or heading to a potluck picnic, planning a great Memorial Day menu is the best way to kick off summer! With Memorial Day as the unofficial start of warm weather season, itโs also the first cookout of many for many Americans. From patrioticย dessertsย to tender meats hot off the grill, weโre sharing the most delicious Memorial Day recipes that you canโt go wrong with!
Buffalo Chicken Dip
This Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe is the perfect easy appetizer to enjoy in the crockpot or oven! Filled with chicken, buffalo sauce, ranch, and cheese for the ultimate Buffalo Chicken Dip to enjoy anytime!
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Buffalo Chicken Nachos
If youโre looking for a quick and easy appetizer recipe, this Buffalo Chicken Nachos recipe is it! It’s a perfect Memorial Day recipe to celebrate with.
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Fruit Salsa with Cinnamon Chips
Fruit Salsa is a perfect Memorial Day recipe dessert dip! Loaded with fresh fruit and a side of baked cinnamon chips, this is the ultimate party food! All you need for this delicious fruit salsa is fresh fruit, tortillas, cinnamon, and sugar.
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Avocado Dip
Avocado Dip made with only 3 ingredients โ avocados, greek yogurt, and ranch! This easy dip recipe will be one of your go-to party appetizers with the first bite!
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Chili Cheese Dip
With only 2 ingredients, this Chili Cheese Dip is always a hit! Make this quick & easy appetizer in theย slow cookerย or microwave for a crowd-pleasing recipe!
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Healthy Buffalo Chicken Dip
Healthy Buffalo Chicken Dip is a delicious, lighter, no-guilt version of your favorite game-day appetizer! Perfect for a Memorial Day recipe celebration!
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Spinach Artichoke Dip
Few things beat the salty perfection of spinach artichoke dip at a cookout or just with your family. Itโs the perfect snack and goes with just about every party and celebration.
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Broccoli Salad
This Easy Broccoli Salad recipe is an amazing addition to your summer salad menu! Raw, crunchy broccoli, lots of salty bacon and cheddar cheese, and a creamy dressing will make this one a family favorite!
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Macaroni Salad
A macaroni salad recipe is something we all need in our back pockets. If youโre looking for a dish to make for a cookout, potluck, picnic, or summer get-together, you canโt go wrong with classic macaroni salad with creamy mayo dressing.
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Pea Salad
Simple Pea Salad is a delicious southern side dish that is filled with frozen peas, bacon, chopped red onions, and cheddar cheese.
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Bow Tie Pasta Salad Recipe
This easy bow tie pasta salad recipe is quick and pleases everyone! Itโs perfect for potlucks, picnics, or as aย side dishย to any weeknight meal.
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Watermelon and Feta Salad
This one-bowl, one-step recipe for Watermelon and Feta Salad will become a summertime staple! Juicy watermelon, crunchy cucumber, and salty feta are dressed in a tangy vinaigrette and topped with a shower of fresh herbs.
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Southern Deviled Eggs
These Southern Deviled Eggs are packed with a creamy, lightly spiced filling that is ultra flavorful! Great on the buffet table, at brunch, or as an appetizer anytime.
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Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower
Air fryerย buffalo cauliflower is a fun, flavorful appetizer or side thatโs actually healthy, too! Cauliflower is tossed with spicy buffalo sauce and seasonings and air-fried to crispy perfection.
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Pasta Salad
This is the perfect Easy Pasta Salad Recipe! Loaded with veggies, it’s dressed with creamy bottled dressing to make your life even simpler. Don’t wait to make this classic, go-to summer side dish that never goes out of style!
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Broccoli & Rice Casserole
The perfect side dish, this Broccoli Casserole uses just a few ingredients and is super easy to toss together. It’s a Memorial Day recipe that everyone will love!
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Creamy Bacon Mac & Cheese
This Creamy Bacon Mac and Cheese makes the perfect side dish for any meal, and it’s simple to make at home with only a few ingredients! Add this Memorial Day recipe to your menu for a true crowd-pleaser.
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Cheesy Potatoes Recipe
Cheesy Potatoes is a crowd-pleasing side dish that goes by many different names but never leaves any leftovers! It’s comfort food at its best!
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Scalloped Potatoes
This easy scalloped potatoes recipe is a family favorite featuring tender Yukon Gold potatoes in an easy creamy, cheesy sauce! These thinly sliced potatoes are soft and creamy in the center with a crisp, golden crust. What’s not to love?
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Corn Casserole
Whole kernel corn, cream-style corn, sour cream, butter, and Jiffy Corn muffin mix make this yummy Corn Casserole Recipe amazingly goodโฆand EASY!
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Roasted Brussel Sprouts
These oven-roasted Brussels Sprouts are easy to make with only 4 ingredients! A simple side dish for any gathering!
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Crockpot Cheesy Potatoes
This recipe for crockpot cheesy potatoes is going to quickly become your new favorite potato side dish. They are fast, loaded with flavor and perfectly cooked every single time.
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Southern Green Beans
Southern green beans are packed with the savory flavors of bacon, garlic, and onions. They are an incredible vegetable side dish that may taste better than the main meal!
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Homemade Corn Muffins with Honey Butter
Homemade corn muffins are light and tender, with an incredibly sweet flavor. Honey butter is the perfect finishing touch!
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Asparagus Casserole
A unique way to use asparagus, this casserole is savory, cheesy, and always a favorite. It’s so flavorful you’ll forget you’re eating veggies!
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California Grilled Chicken
California Grilled Chicken โ marinated chicken breasts, grilled to perfection and topped with tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and avocado then drizzled with a balsamic reduction. Perfection!!
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Crock Pot Pulled Pork
Crock Pot Pulled Pork! A delicious pork loin is slow-roasted in the crockpot and topped with a delicious homemade barbecue sauce for an easy meal idea!
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Baked Chicken Thighs
A classic Memorial Day recipe, these baked chicken thighs turn out tender and juicy in the center, crisp on the outside, and loaded with flavor. A crowd-pleasing option, they pair well with all your favorite sides!
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BBQ Meatball Sliders
You only need three simple ingredients to make these easy BBQ meatball sliders. With juicy meatballs, tangy BBQ sauce, and soft rolls, you can make a perfect meal in a matter of minutes.ย
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Ham and Swiss Sliders
Sweet, savory, and oh-so cheesy, these sliders come together in 25 minutes and make for a handheld appetizer that doubles as a satisfying main course!
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All-American Burger
Make these All-American Burgers for Memorial Day and the Fourth of July, and your backyard barbecue will be the neighborhood party of the season!
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Grilled BBQ Chicken
Experience the ultimate summer delight with our easy grilled BBQ chicken recipe. Juicy and flavorful, this foolproof recipe will make your outdoor dining a hit. Explore different marinades, follow our step-by-step instructions, and pair them with delicious side dishes for a winning summer meal.
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Grilled Chicken Kabobs
Grilled Chicken Kabobs are a summertime staple! Tender, juicy chicken and fresh vegetables are marinated in a zesty Italian dressing, before being skewered and grilled to perfection.
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Grilled Shrimp Tacos
These grilled shrimp tacos will be your new favorite Taco Tuesday dinner! Juicy shrimp are marinated with lime juice, garlic, and spices, then grilled to perfection and tucked into soft tortillas with a creamy sauce.
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Oreo Dessert
This No-Bake Oreo Dessert is a quick and easy no-bake dessert you’re gonna love! This chocolate dessert is made up of pudding, cream cheese, Cool Whip, and Oreos, of course.
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No-Bake Cherry Cheesecake
No-Bake Cherry Cheesecake is the perfect quick and easy, no-bake dessert! With a crisp crust, creamy center, and sweet cherry topping, it’s loaded with summer flavor to tantalize your tastebuds.
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No Bake Oreo Cheesecake Dessert
This No-Bake Oreo Cheesecake is the perfect summer no-bake dessert! Made with Golden Oreos, cream cheese, pudding, and cool whip it’s always a hit!
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7UP Cake Recipe
A new way to use your favorite soda, this cake turns out soft and tender with a subtle tang. Easy to make, it’s perfect for feeding a crowd. Especially when you top it with a lemon-lime glaze!
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Dr Pepper Cherry Cake
This old-fashioned cake gets a new spin with the addition of Dr. Pepper Cherry! Serve up this Memorial Day recipe for a crowd.
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Cherry Pineapple Dump Cake
This Cherry Pineapple Dump Cake is the most delicious and easy dump cake recipe youโll ever try! Made with only 4 ingredients all you have to do is dump the ingredients into a baking pan, bake, and eat!
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Blueberry Bundt Cake
This Blueberry Bundt Cake recipe is an easy, super moist, and tender bundt cake made with sour cream and bursting with fresh blueberries!
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Banana Split Pie
Banana Split Pie? Yes! Because the only thing better than a banana split from your favorite ice cream shop is an easy, no-bake Banana Split Pie from your very own kitchen.
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Bisquick Strawberry Shortcake
Bisquick Strawberry Shortcake is a quick and easy way to get this classic dessert on the table in less than 20 minutes! Celebrate Memorial Day with this seasonal recipe.
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Strawberry Cobbler
Strawberry cobbler is the perfect recipe to make in spring and summer when fresh strawberries are cheap and plentiful! Top it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream while itโs still piping hot, and youโve got yourself a winning dessert.
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Red White and Blue Popsicles
These homemade red white and blue popsicles are made with fresh fruit, yogurt, and just a little bit of extra sugar. They are a great choice for both kids and adults!
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Blueberry Hand Pies
These sweet, fruity blueberry hand pies are the perfect summer treat and a great Memorial Day recipe. They are easy to make and also very easy to eat!
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Fruit Tart
A fruit tart is a classic dessert found in fancy French bakeries, but itโs easy to make at home!
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Strawberry Crunch Ice Cream Cake
This strawberry ice cream cake has layers of vanilla ice cream, strawberry ice cream, and a fluffy whipped topping. The strawberry crunch on top makes it completely irresistible!
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