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What to Make for Labor Day

June 1, 2023

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Here’s what to make for Labor Day. I’ve got everything from burgers to sides, to BBQ covered so you can kiss summer goodbye with a great menu.

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Tropical Shrimp Cocktail

Start your meal with this summery spin on a shrimp cocktail appetizer.

Glass with tropical cocktail sauce and shrimp hanging off the side.

Best Burger Recipe

This is my best recipe for a great, classic burger.

Best Basic Hamburger with ketchup, mustard, and cheese.

Grilled Chicken Breasts

Get all the tips you need for perfectly juicy grilled chicken breasts.

Chicken breasts on the grill.

Mexican Corn on the Cob

Also known as elote, this corn on the cob is sure to please!

Elote corn on the cob on a white plate with lime slices.

Instant Pot Ribs

Ribs in under an hour? It’s possible with the Instant Pot!

Ribs with BBQ sauce on a wooden cutting board.

Caprese Pasta Salad

This pasta salad with Caprese flavors is a favorite at BBQs and potlucks.

Pasta salad with tomato, basil, and slices of fresh mozzarella.

Lemon Bars

Finish your day with some lemon bars. This tart treat is prefect for the end of summer.

Not seeing what you’re looking for? Browse our summer recipes for more great ideas.

This post originally appeared in August 2019 and was revised and republished in August 2022.

What to Make for Labor Day

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