The Fourth of July is a national holiday that basically promotes everyone having a great time and celebrating America's birthday. Between all the fireworks, time with friends and family, and the great outdoors, there are so many positive things about this incredible holiday.
However, the best part is arguably the BBQ, filled with amazing food that is usually part of the celebration. In honor of one of the best holidays of the year, here are 11 things your Fourth of July BBQ just won't be complete without this year, besides some red, white, and blue decor:
1. Burgers
Pretty self explanatory. What's a barbecue without a good burger?
2. Hot Dogs
If you don't know what this gif is from, are you even American? Hot dogs are an American barbecue staple and a Fourth of July must have.
*Side note: the best July 4th tradition, aside from barbecues and fireworks, is the Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest. That's a fact.*
3. Corn on the Cob
Probably the healthiest thing you'll eat all day, but it's a national holiday! So, therefore it's okay!
4. Mac n Cheese
One of the top ten foods ever, no one @ me. If there's no mac n cheese at the BBQ party, I'm not coming.
5. Lemonade
A little lemonade (regular, spiked, or Beyoncé's version) never hurt nobody.
6. Popsicles
There is literally nothing better than a good cold popsicle after a hot day of swimming, barbecuing, and being with the people you love in the summer month of July.
7. Watermelon
That's it, that's the reason why you have to have watermelon on the Fourth.
8. Baked Beans
Though these aren't my favorite, so many people view these as a barbecue staple!
9. Cracker Jack
Maybe not a total BBQ must have, but a total must have for a BBQ on the Fourth of July.
10. Pies/Cobblers
*Cue American pie, the movie and the song.*
11. Salads
Whether it be a leafy green salad, a potato salad, or a macaroni salad, no barbecue is complete without at least one of these bad boys.
This year when you're celebrating the Fourth, make sure to include a few- if not all of these superb BBQ staples... you'll thank me later while you're lounging by the pool or at the beach.
Don't forget to decorate and dress in your best USA pride outfit. Happy Independence Day!