Game-changing summer recipes you need for the long weekend

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Whether you're throwing a party or laying low.

It's our first official long weekend of the summer! That means we can dig into platters of roasted peppers with burrata, grilled Caesar salads and skewers of marinated shrimp. We've got recipes for all of that below, plus loads of sangria, strawberry shortcakes and of course the classic flag desserts that make every Fourth of July complete. Here's to a happy and healthy Independence Day celebration!

XO, Kristen

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Summer plans are still a bit wonky this year, so you may not always know exactly how many people you’ll be hosting over a long holiday weekend ― if any at all. For these occasions, we’ve rounded up a list of fresh, summery, low-maintenance dishes that can either be served as part of a larger menu or solo for a quiet night in.

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