Last Minute: Fourth of July Recipes

This story was reported and written by Patch Local Editor Rachel Jolley

The big day is here, and you still don't know what to make for the cookout. Don't panic, though. Here are some last-minute recipes that will spice up your celebration.

It's all about the red, white and blue on July 4, so here are some dishes that will satisfy in a group setting:

• Asparagus and corn salad
  
• Bacon ranch pasta salad
  
• BBQ baked beans
  
• Crunchy broccoli slaw
  
• Fourth of July fried chicken
  
• Fourth of July pizza
  
• Grand old flag cheese spread
  
• Hot dog bar
  
• Patriotic taco salad
  
• Picnic chicken

What would a holiday celebration be without a sweet encore? Here are five desserts that will have your family and guests raving:

• Blueberry tart
  
• Firecracker float
  
• Patriotic cupcakes
  
• Red white and blue dessert
  
• Strawberry rhubarb shortcake
  

Grab the ingredients with a quick trip to Land O' Lakes Publix.

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