All About "summer" and "fourth of july"

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Celebrate Fourth of July With Crafts

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For most American families, Independence Day probably signifies a picnic, a parade and fireworks. As we all kick back for the needed respite, it is easy to forget that we are celebrating our nation's birthday.

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Picnic Oven-Fried Chicken

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Whether you take it along on a picnic or serve it at home for a family supper, this updated "fried" chicken is a crowd pleaser. Marinating the chicken in buttermilk keeps it juicy, and the light coating of flour, sesame seeds and...

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Sweet-&-Sour Chicken Drumsticks

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Chicken drumsticks stay deliciously moist when grilled—even with the skin removed. Minty sweet-and-sour dipping sauce adds a refreshing twist to "ordinary" grilled chicken.

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Kids a Cookin' - Ice Cream in a Bag

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What fun! Kids can see what's happening as they shake up simple ingredients and turn them into homemade ice cream.

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Strawberry Coolers

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A batch of this good-for-you refresher turns a lazy summer afternoon into a party, with appeal for thirsty kids of all ages.

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Cilantro-Lime Shrimp & Plum Kebabs

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Toss quick-cooking shrimp, juicy summertime plums and zesty jalapenos with a simple cilantro-lime marinade for a deluxe meal in minutes. If you like, use peaches or nectarines in place of the plums and red or green bell peppers...

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Creamy Tarragon Chicken Salad

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Mound this creamy and satisfying chicken salad on a bed of salad greens or scoop onto a soft whole-wheat roll.

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Grilled Chicken with Chipotle-Orange Glaze

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Smoky chipotle peppers make this quick, citrusy barbecue sauce special. Try this recipe with shrimp or pork chops on the grill as well.

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An Easy Summer Menu

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For an easy summer menu try this CrockPot shredded barbecue and salad. You can make both up ahead of time, then serve with vegetables, dip and lemonade for a great backyard meal!

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Lemon-Raspberry Muffins

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The secret to the sparkling flavor of these delicately crumbed muffins is the strips of lemon zest finely ground into the sugar. Enjoy the muffins warm right from the oven.

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