We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness. — Preamble, Declaration of Independence
American flags and red, white and blue bunting are favorite decorations for the holiday. Typical Fourth of July celebrations include hometown parades, picnics and backyard barbecues. Since the holiday falls in the hot days of mid-summer, seasonal, hot-weather fare is popular.
All-American favorites like hamburgers and hot dogs rule the day, along with potato salad, coleslaw, corn on the cob, pies, cobbler, watermelon and ice cream. If the day is extra hot, pitchers of ice tea and fresh lemonade are quickly drained, and coolers of soda-pop and ice cold beer are soon filled with nothing but puddles of melting ice.
Independence Day is often finished up with patriotic music in the park and a final display of colorful fireworks at sundown. “Ooooos” and “aaaahs” from the crowd are obligatory.
Fourth of July Recipes
Try these recipes for any Fourth of July barbecue, picnic or other celebration. And don’t forget to check out our barbecue recipes, grilling recipes and pie recipes while you’re at it!
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