Planning a 4th of July bash means juggling the grill, the drinks, and the fireworks. The last thing you need is to be stuck in the kitchen when the party starts. These 20 make-ahead appetizers let you ...

If making ahead: Place baking sheet in the freezer for at least 1 hour. When very firm, wrap in plastic wrap and foil and keep frozen for up to 1 month.

Make it at least 30 minutes ahead of time or even the night before, to allow the flavors to develop. You can wash and cut the veggie sticks in advance. Get the Dill Dip recipe.

With made-ahead gravy, all you have to do is heat and whisk. (Pro tip: Use the deglaze of the roasting pan to make a gravy for next time, so you always have a homemade stash on hand in the freezer.) ...

Bacon Pastry Twists If you're looking for the perfect vessel for delectable dips, look no further than this crunchy bacon pastry twist. Place in the over for 20-25 minutes and then you'll have a ...

When deciding what to bring to a party, make sure it doesn’t require much, if any, prep in the host’s kitchen.