July Fourth commemorates a special time in American history when the Declaration of Independence was signed and adopted--making us officially free from Great Britain. To this day we continue to celebrate this monumental occasion by coming together as a community to watch fireworks, attend patriotic parades and of course eat! To help you get ready for your July Fourth party I've created a whole menu with mouth-watering recipes, from my cookbook, I know you will enjoy. From starters to dessert, you've got plenty of options to choose from. Enjoy and Happy Independence Day!

Starters

Bourbon Hot Dogs

1 Cup of Bourbon

1 12-Ounce Bottle of Heinz Chili Sauce

1 Cup of brown sugar

3 Packs of Best Hot Dogs, cut into 1/3 bite-sized pieces

Buffalo Chicken Dip

2 Pounds of chicken tenders or thin chicken cutlets

1/2 Cup of Frank's Red Hot sauce

8 Ounces of cream cheese, room temperature

1/2 Bottle of ranch dressing

1/2 Small bottle of blue cheese

1 Cup of extra sharp shredded cheddar cheese

 

Mains

 

Drinks

 

Dessert

Jersey Fresh Blueberry Sour Cream Cake

Combine in a large bowl:

1 1/2 Cup of flour

1/2 Cup of sugar

1 Stick of softened margarine

1 1/2 Teaspoon of baking power

1 egg

1 Teaspoon of vanilla

Combine and pour over blueberries

2 Cups of sour cream

2 Egg yolks

1/2 Cup of sugar

1 Teaspoon of vanilla

Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 1 hour or until edges are lightly brown.

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