Fire up the grill, grab your favorite cold drink, and get ready to impress—these 35 Memorial Day recipes deserve a spot on your table! You’ll find backyard party essentials like juicy chicken wings, crispy kabobs, and perfectly seasoned rubs, plus crowd-pleasing sides like creamy mac and cheese, Southern-style potato salad, and vibrant corn salsa. And don’t forget the no-bake strawberry desserts, fruit-filled pies, and gooey s’mores bars to end your meal on a sweet note. Trust us—you’ll want to scroll through every last dish to plan the most delicious Memorial Day gathering yet!

Classic Beer Chili Hot Dog Topping

Chili on top of hot dogs in a bun with cheese sprinkled on top
Classic Beer Chili Hot Dog Topping. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

 A southern classic beer chili recipe made with beer in honor of the master of golf himself, Bobby Jones. In Southern tradition, this chili has a unique twist. It’s made with grass-fed ground beef, tomatoes, classic chili seasonings, white corn, black-eyed peas, and Calamity Jane beer from PGA Georgia Selection.
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Flavorful & Tender BBQ Pulled Pork

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Flavorful & Tender BBQ Pulled Pork. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

Do you want to make your BBQ pork fall-off-the-bone tender? I’m going to teach you how to make super tender BBQ slow cooker pulled pork in under 10 minutes of prep to cooking time.
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Grilled Corn In Husk With BBQ Coffee Rub

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Grilled Corn In Husk With BBQ Coffee Rub. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

Nothing says summer like grilling and corn on the cob, so this Grilled Corn In Husk with a BBQ coffee rub is the essence of summer flavors all combined with the punch of coffee, grilled bbq flavors, and a pinch of heat.
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Fall Off The Bone Tender Oven-Baked Ribs Recipe

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Fall Off The Bone Tender Oven-Baked Ribs Recipe. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

Get your napkins ready when you make these super tender pork ribs with a sweet maple dry rub in your oven. These easy to make bbq pork ribs always turn out perfect and literally fall off the bone every time.
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Baked Macaroni Pie With Just 5 Ingredients

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Baked Macaroni Pie With Just 5 Ingredients. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage

Baked macaroni and cheese has a rich, creamy texture and is so easy to make. Prep in under 30 minutes, with only 5 ingredients.
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Strawberry Angel Food Cake (No-Bake Dessert)

A plate with a slice of pink strawberry dessert topped with whipped cream, a strawberry slice, and a mint leaf sits in the foreground. In the background, a glass dish filled with more of the same dessert shows additional strawberries and whipped cream on top. Fresh strawberries and a pink striped cloth are also visible.
Strawberry Angel Food Cake (No-Bake Dessert). Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

This beautiful Strawberry Angel Food Cake dessert recipe is so easy to make. Plus, it’s a no-bake recipe with only 4 basic ingredients: angel food cake, jello, whipped topping, and fresh strawberries.
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Best Boston Baked Beans Crock Pot Recipe

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Best Boston Baked Beans Crock Pot Recipe. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

The best homemade slow cooker Boston baked beans are made with molasses, brown sugar, and plenty of chunks of bacon for an unforgettable flavor and perfect texture. Easily cooked in the Crock Pot, this easy recipe takes just 15 minutes to prepare and bubbles away all afternoon. Sweet, savory beans are easier than you thought, and come together perfectly every time.
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Easy Make-Ahead BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders Recipe

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Easy Make-Ahead BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders Recipe. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

The recipe takes you through the steps of preparing the shredded pulled pork sliders. There is also a secret sandwich sauce that adds a delightful creamy flavor, perfectly complementing the meat. The best part is this is an easy make-ahead.
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Homemade Blackberry Pie with Double Crust

A freshly baked berry pie with a golden-brown lattice crust, set on a gray surface. Partial view of stacked white plates with a fork resting on top is visible in the background.
Homemade Blackberry Pie with Double Crust. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts

This Blackberry Pie is a true Southern classic that combines the best of traditional desserts. With a thick, juicy filling that holds its shape and a perfectly flaky double pie crust, it’s the kind of pie that makes you feel right at home. The lattice top adds a touch of rustic charm, a little trick makes it super easy, and the end result is more than worth it.
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Slow Cooker Hot Dogs Recipe For A Crowd

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Slow Cooker Hot Dogs Recipe For A Crowd. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

Are you hosting a party and need an easy way to feed a crowd? Making slow cooker hot dogs is the perfect solution: it takes only a few minutes to set up, and all you need is 3-4 hours of slow cooking, and you’ll be able to serve up a ton of hot dogs from your crock pot!
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Easy Bacon Whiskey BBQ Sauce

A square glass container filled with dark, rich BBQ sauce is placed on a wooden surface. Next to it, a wooden spoon with "Bacon Whiskey BBQ Sauce" printed on the handle holds a small amount of sauce. A bottle is partially visible in the background.
Easy Bacon Whiskey BBQ Sauce. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

Bacon and Whiskey BBQ Sauce is sure to make you a superstar cook at your next BBQ. This sauce has a sweet smoky bacon flavor and punches of whiskey, garlic, and maple.
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Texas BBQ Rub Recipe

Texas BBQ dry rub
Texas BBQ Rub Recipe. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

This Texas BBQ Rub recipe is an easy way to turn ordinary barbecue into extraordinary!  This classic Texas-style combination of spices, salt, and sugar is a surefire way to make your grilled meats a star. This BBQ rub is a great seasoning for all kinds of meats such as briskets, pork ribs, pork butt, beef ribs, chicken, and prime rib.
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Best Whiskey Steak Marinade | Juicy & Flavorful

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Best Whiskey Steak Marinade | Juicy & Flavorful. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

If you want a fabulous juicy steak, then you need to make this juicy Whiskey Steak Marinade the next time your grill. Learn how to use different types of whiskey to create savory tender stakes.
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30-Minute Pulled BBQ Chicken Recipe

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30-Minute Pulled BBQ Chicken Recipe. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

Need BBQ in a hurry? Try using your Instant Pot to create this delicious and quick-to-make Instant Pot Pulled BBQ Chicken Recipe. This pulled chicken recipe is perfect for sandwiches, BBQ plates, or tacos in just 30 minutes.
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Old-Fashioned Amish Potato Salad

A bowl of creamy potato salad with diced potatoes, topped with a sprinkle of paprika. A wooden spoon is partially visible next to the bowl.
Old-Fashioned Amish Potato Salad. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

Sweet, tangy, and creamy — this is your go-to classic potato salad. If you need a side dish that’s guaranteed to shine at your next picnic or potluck, Amish potato salad is the one to try. With tender potatoes coated in a creamy, sweet-and-tangy dressing made from mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, and mustard, every bite is a delicious balance of comfort and zing.
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S’mores Brownie Bars

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S’mores Brownie Bars. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

Make this quick and easy s’mores brownie recipe for a fun dessert! Combine boxed brownie mix, graham crackers, chocolate, and toasted marshmallows. Perfect for gatherings!
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Chicken Kabobs

Grilled chicken and vegetable skewers with red onion, zucchini, red and yellow bell peppers served on a wooden board with a dipping sauce on the side.
Chicken Kabobs. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest

Chicken Kabobs marinated in a delicious honey and soy sauce mixture are a tasty variation to bring to the grill. Don’t have a grill? No problem, just cook them in the broiler and enjoy all year round. A perfect and easy meal paired with veggies and my famous butter rice.
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Bacon and Bourbon Baked Beans (Slow Cooker Recipe)

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Bacon and Bourbon Baked Beans (Slow Cooker Recipe). Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

Here is the perfect side dish for your next potluck, BBQ, or summer party – slow-cooked sweet and savory bourbon baked beans. This yummy recipe features a medley of flavors, including sweet barbecue sauce, crispy bacon, brown sugar, and a touch of your favorite bourbon. Best part, it’s super easy to make with minimal cleanup.
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Easy 3-Ingredient BBQ Chicken Wings Recipe

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Easy 3-Ingredient BBQ Chicken Wings Recipe. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

Looking for an easy and delicious recipe for juicy BBQ chicken wings? This Easy 3 Ingredient Crockpot BBQ Chicken Wings Recipe will become your favorite go-to recipe. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can have juicy and flavorful chicken wings that will surely be a hit at your next party or gathering.
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Cheesy Crock Pot Mac and Cheese Recipe

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Cheesy Crock Pot Mac and Cheese Recipe. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

This slow cooker mac and cheese recipe will become a family favorite, I promis! There’s nothing like the creamy, cheesy goodness of digging into a hearty helping of homemade mac and cheese. It’s especially delicious when it’s cooked in the slow cooker, mostly because it requires almost no effort. The hardest part is cooking the pasta. For real!
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BBQ Coffee Dry Rub for Ribs, Steak, Pork & Brisket

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BBQ Coffee Dry Rub for Ribs, Steak, Pork & Brisket. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

Easy BBQ Coffee Dry Rub Recipe for Ribs, Steak, Pork & Brisket is the perfect rub for kicking up your vegetables and meats when grilling.  It infuses your taste buds with a sweet slightly nutty flavor and can be kicked up with some heat if you double up on the cayenne pepper.
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Easy Strawberry Shortcake Recipe

A layered strawberry shortcake on a white plate. The dessert features biscuit layers with whipped cream and sliced strawberries, topped with a strawberry and mint leaf. The background is a light pink striped cloth.
Easy Strawberry Shortcake Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

Bisquick strawberry shortcake is a sweet, nostalgic dessert that’s quick and crowd-pleasing. Made with tender Bisquick biscuits, juicy strawberries, and fluffy whipped cream, this treat is perfect for summer gatherings or weeknight indulgence. Enjoy it with family or share it with friends for an easy, heartwarming dessert that celebrates hospitality.
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Flavorful Fresh Corn Salad Recipe

A vibrant bowl of colorful corn salad sits on a red plate. The salad includes yellow corn kernels mixed with diced red peppers, onions, and fresh herbs. A sprig of basil and parsley garnish the dish. A yellow and white striped napkin is beside the plate.
Flavorful Fresh Corn Salad Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

This simple-to-make fresh corn salad recipe is a delicious and colorful side dish or salad. The combination of fresh corn, multicolored diced sweet peppers, and onions, all tossed in a slightly sweet tangy dressing, will be a hit at your next dinner.
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Chicken Wings Dry Rub Recipe (Oven Baked)

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Chicken Wings Dry Rub Recipe (Oven Baked). Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

Looking for a quick tasty way to make crispy oven baked chicken wings? The secret is this easy, dry rub chicken wings recipe along with a few tips and tricks I will share with you.
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Sweet Maple Dry Rub for Ribs

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Sweet Maple Dry Rub for Ribs. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

If you want a great dry rub recipe for ribs, you need to mix up this Award Winning Dry Rub For Ribs. This homemade dry rub has a sweet maple-infused flavor with savory spices and just a touch of heat. Friends and family will say you are a pit master with this award-winning dry rub for ribs at your next BBQ.
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Cucumber Salad With Fresh Dill

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Cucumber Salad With Fresh Dill. Image credit: Intentional Hospitality

This light cucumber salad with fresh dill and a honey vinaigrette is a delicious and easy recipe you can make year-round.  This crisp cucumber salad is incredibly simple to make in less than 10 minutes and requires only a few ingredients. 
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No-Bake Orange Jello Pie Dessert

Five mini orange creamsicle pies are arranged on a white surface. Each pie has a graham cracker crust, smooth orange filling, a dollop of whipped cream, and a slice of orange on top. An orange and white cloth is partially visible on the left side.
No-Bake Orange Jello Pie Dessert. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

If you need a quick, no-bake dessert, this easy-to-make three-ingredient Orange Creamsicle Jello Pie will surely be a hit with friends and family.
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Vibrant Fresh Fruit Salad Recipe

A bowl of fruit salad containing strawberries, apples, grapes, kiwi, and pear, garnished with pomegranate seeds. A lemon half, a bowl of honey, and a spoon are placed around the bowl on a white surface.
Vibrant Fresh Fruit Salad Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

This vibrant fruit salad with a zesty honey-lemon dressing is a refreshing mix of apples, kiwis, strawberries, and more! Ready in under 15 minutes, it’s a healthy, flavorful dish perfect for brunch, dinner parties, or a simple dessert for dinner.
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Cheesy Macaroni Salad Recipe For A Crowd

A bowl of creamy macaroni and cheese with green peas, topped with shredded cheddar cheese, served in a white dish on a yellow surface.
Cheesy Macaroni Salad Recipe For A Crowd. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

This is a simple and quick recipe that is easy to make, chopping your ingredients while giving the noodles about 15 minutes to cook, then assemble in 5 minutes.
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Old-Fashioned Tart Cherry Pie

A freshly baked cherry pie with a golden-brown lattice crust on top, sitting on a textured white surface. The edges of the crust are crimped, and some cherry filling is visible between the lattice.
Old-Fashioned Tart Cherry Pie. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest

An old-fashioned Tart Cherry Pie made easy by using tapioca! Topped with a gorgeous lattice this homemade pie is perfect for summer!
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Cracker Barrel Hashbrown Casserole Copycat Recipe

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Cracker Barrel Hashbrown Casserole Copycat Recipe. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

This hash brown casserole copycat recipe is made with thawed hash browns, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, onion, and cheddar cheese and can be prepared in the oven or slow cooker. It is the perfect side dish for any meal, and the whole family will love it.
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Easy Yogurt Dill Dip Recipe

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Easy Yogurt Dill Dip Recipe. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

Creamy Yogurt Dill Dip is an ideal quick party dip that only takes two minutes to prepare. With a blend of Greek yogurt, mayo, minced onion, garlic, and dill perfect with veggies and chips.
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Berry Cream Cheese Pie Recipe

Berry Cream Cheese Pie Recipe. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts

This Cream Cheese Pie is much easier to make than a cheesecake, but just as delicious! With its buttery crust, robust berry flavor, and creamy filling, this decadent dessert is perfect for any occasion but is easy enough for first-time bakers to tackle. Try with just one type of berry or a mixture with blueberries, blackberries and raspberries.
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Fresh Corn Salsa Recipe

Chipotle's corn salsa
Fresh Corn Salsa Recipe. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

I love serving this corn salad over a bed of lettuce. I’m going to show you how to recreate the popular fresh corn salsa from Chipotle Mexican Grill at home with this easy step-by-step recipe. It’s perfect for topping your favorite Mexican recipes, such as tacos, burritos, and nacho casserole, or the perfect appetizer: corn salsa and chips. 
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Seasoned Crock Pot Asparagus

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Seasoned Crock Pot Asparagus. Image credit: Intentional Hospitality

Learn how to cook crockpot asparagus perfectly every time. With this easy recipe, you can cook asparagus in a crock pot with only five minutes of prep work, and then your slow cooker will do the rest of the work.
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36 Crockpot Dinners for Busy Weeknights (and Happy Families)

A bowl of creamy chicken spaghetti with shredded cheddar cheese on top. Spaghetti noodles are mixed with a cheesy sauce and diced tomatoes. A fork is lifting a portion of the dish. A red napkin and small bowls are in the background.
36 Crockpot Dinners for Busy Weeknights (and Happy Families). Image credit: Intentional Hospitality

Make dinner the easiest part of your day with these lazy slow cooker recipes made just for busy weeknights and hungry families. From creamy crockpot chicken and dumplings to cheesy Rotel chicken spaghetti, juicy pulled meats, hearty soups, and comforting pasta dishes, these 36 crockpot dinners bring big flavor with minimal effort. Just toss in your ingredients, let the slow cooker do its thing, and come home to a warm, satisfying meal everyone will love. Get All The Recipes: 36 Crockpot Dinners for Busy Weeknights (and Happy Families)