When I think of the 4th I think of grilling and fruit! So random I know but I think of freshness and summer and being outside. It will probably be a scorcher here so who knows how long we will be outside 🙂 But here are some straightforward menu options for either a simple gathering or a crowd!
Appetizers
Side Dishes
- I know it’s not for everyone but I LOVE potato salad for summer events!
- Fruit skewers are easy and everyone will enjoy them.
- This cheesy and bacony baked bean dish is a favorite over here!
Main Dish
- Pulled Pork is easy to make a great for a crowd. Sweet Baby Ray’s is my favorite BBQ sauce – use some for cooking and be sure to have some for eating.
- Smash Burgers sound like a fun twist on a normal burger!
- Loaded hot dogs – basically build your own hot dogs or brats! – are an easy options as well.
Dessert
- We *love* fruit pie.
- You can’t go wrong with a homemade ice cream cake!
- How fun are these s’mores?
Here are some tablescapes I love for inspiration! You can easily use blue items all year so it’s simple to add some red and white accessories. I used these tablecloths for my son’s birthday and they would be great for the 4th! I have more party gear at the bottom of the page.
Also, if you want some outfit inspiration, be sure to read this post!
Happy Celebrating!
