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Labor Day Recipes

Our Labor Day weekend recipes flavor summer's last holiday with a feast of great grilling recipes, appetizers, and desserts – perfect for a festive Labor Day celebration.

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Labor Day Sides, Sauces, and More

Find recipes, menu ideas, and grilling how-to's for hosting the perfect Labor Day party.
  • Warm Smoked-Trout Potato Salad

    Perfect Potato Salad

    Try these delicious variations on America's favorite summer side.
  • Rum-Spiked Grilled Pineapple with Toasted Coconut

    You Can Grill WHAT?

    From cobbler to clams, you'll be amazed at what you can grill.
  • Tangy Barbecue Sauce

    Mouthwatering Barbecue Sauces

    These homemade barbecue sauces add a delicious kick to classic grilling recipes.
  • Grill Maintenance 101

    Grill Maintenance 101

    Keep your outdoor grill in tip-top shape. All you need are a few inexpensive tools and a little bit of elbow grease.
  • Quick Baked Beans with Smoked Bacon

    All-American Barbecue

    We've acquired recipes, ideas, and tips to create a menu that can work for a family gathering or an entire block party. (Serves about 10)
  • Fruit Punch

    Plan a Poolside Luau

    Head poolside with an island-themed party full of tropical selections. We used an array of ingredients, such as coconut, pineapple, and macademia nuts, in these delicious recipes.(Serves 6)

Top-Rated Labor Day Recipes

  1. Herb-Grilled Salmon with Mango Salsa

    Cooking Light, May 1997
    5 stars
  2. Broiled Tilapia with Thai Coconut-Curry Sauce

    Cooking Light, September 2002
    5 stars
  3. Turkey Burgers with Goat Cheese

    Cooking Light, September 2005
    5 stars
  4. Caramel-Glazed Pear Cake

    Southern Living, September 2002
    5 stars
  5. Three-Cheese Mashed Potato Casserole

    Southern Living, April 2003
    5 stars
  6. Strawberry-Lemonade Slush

    Southern Living, July 2003
    5 stars
  7. Italian Squash Pie

    Southern Living, August 2002
    5 stars


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