Party Food Archives - Nick's Of Calvert

It’s America’s Birthday, and what better way to celebrate the 4th of July than with a BBQ to entertain and feed your family and friends? There are probably some must-haves for this shindig, like hamburgers and potato salad. But your menu selection can be as diverse as you choose. If you need some inspiration, here is a guide to a delicious 4th of July BBQ celebration.

Salads

Dilled Potato Salad

This dill potato salad recipe is made with red potatoes, fresh dill, sour cream, cider vinegar, and mayo. It’s simple to make and a popular cold side dish at pot lucks and BBQs.

Caprese Pasta Salad

This simple Caprese pasta salad is always a crowd favorite at 4th of July cookouts, especially when summer tomatoes are in season. You can make this one ahead of time and it’s easy to put together.

Sweet and Salty Grilled Watermelon

If you’ve never tried grilled watermelon, put this on your list for your 4th of July gathering. You simply cut up the fruit into thick wedges and place them on the grill. Add some oil or seasonings to improve your experience.

Sides

Grilled Vegetable Platter

There’s no better complement to your main dishes at a backyard BBQ than a big platter of grilled vegetables. Gather everything that’s in season, such as onions, asparagus, zucchini, peppers, and carrots, slice them appropriately, and heat them up on the grill.

Smokey Baked Beans

Your guests will be talking about these saucy and smokey baked beans for years to come. Made from a variety of beans and infused with campfire flavor, these are an ideal side dish to include at your BBQ.

Skillet Mac & Cheese

While your grill is occupied, you can pull out the cast iron skillet to make this creamy and rich homemade skillet mac and cheese recipe that will be a hit with guests of all ages. Prep time is only about 30 minutes.

BBQ Mains

Smash Burgers

Smash burgers have been all the rage ever since they were featured on TikTok by various influencers. You start with balls of ground beef, brisket, or short rib that get “smashed” onto a hot griddle and cooked to your desired taste.

Grilled Sausage

A sausage on a bun is a classic summer meat that is ideal for your holiday BBQ. Simply grill up a bunch of sausages and have a platter of toppings available so people can customize their sandwiches.

Country Style Pork Ribs

These BBQ country-style pork ribs will have your guests lined up around the backyard. Just make sure you have plenty of BBQ sauce and napkins available.

Desserts

Red, White, and Blue No-Bake Ice Box Cake

Sometimes, it’s just too hot to hang out in the kitchen with the oven burning to bake a cake or pie. If you want to try something different, this red, white, and blue no-bake icebox cake might be just the answer.

Old Fashioned Apple Pie

What’s the 4th of July without a good old-fashioned apple pie served up with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. While the prep and cooking time is just under two hours, your guests will go nuts for this delicious treat.

Red Velvet Whoopie Pies With Blueberries

The fun red velvet whoopie pies with blueberries will be a hit when your guests can pick up the handheld cookies with cream cheese and white whipped cream filling garnished with fresh blueberries.

Beverages

Fresh Berry Lemonade

For your guests who don’t drink alcohol, you can take the standard lemonade up a notch by adding fresh berries. This fresh berry lemonade recipe includes strawberries, fresh lemon juice, and Simple Syrup.

Boozy Snow Cones

These All-American boozy snow cones are a fun and potent idea for your 4th of July BBQ. They include three layers of slushy, alcoholic mixtures to create a refreshing frozen cocktail.

Craft Beer

Don’t forget the craft beer or more traditional lagers, to quench your guest’s thirst as they eat all this delicious food. There are many patriotic beers you can include on your list like Samuel Adams, Yuengling & Son, and Liberty Ale.

Visit Nick’s of Calvert for High-Quality Products and Ingredients

Whatever items you decide to serve up at your 4th of July BBQ, you need a source for high-quality ingredients. Nick’s of Calvert has been serving customers throughout the area for over 50 years. Our store’s centerpiece is our full-service meat counter, where we even make our own sausage. We also sell ready-to-serve items in our deli and have the best selection of wine, craft beer, and spirits in the area. Visit us today or give us a call at (410) 414-7105 with any questions.

Need to feed a few hungry football fans at your Super Bowl party? Super Bowl Sunday is famous for the big game but also everything that comes along with it, such as getting together with friends and family and good eats.

Whether your home team is playing or you just want a reason to gather, you might need some inspiration when it comes to what to serve. Here are some crowd-pleasing Super Bowl dishes to keep everyone cheering, regardless of what happens on the field.

1. Buffalo Wings

You simply can’t have a Super Bowl party without serving wings. And classic buffalo wings are a crowd favorite. These wings are tossed in a buttery sauce and served up with celery and blue cheese sauce.

2. Homemade Potato Chips

Bags of chips are one option for your guests. But you can really impress them with a batch of homemade potato chips, served up crispy and delicious with your favorite dip.

3. Classic Beef Chili

If you don’t have a favorite beef chili recipe, this one will get everyone excited on game day. You make it with lean ground beef, tomato sauce, and red kidney beans. Don’t forget to add toppings like onions, cheese, and sour cream.

4. Vegetarian Chili

Not all football fans are carnivores. You can also make some delicious vegetarian chili with ingredients like black beans, pinto beans, sweet corn, sweet potato, and more.

5. Warm Spinach-Artichoke Dip

This warm spinach-artichoke dip is made with four types of cheese, frozen spinach, and tons of tender artichoke hearts. The dip is baked and served with a crispy, golden brown. Serve with crackers or toast.

6. Classic Deviled Eggs

People who normally don’t enjoy eggs seem to just devour deviled eggs at a party. This recipe for classic deviled eggs is sure to be a hit at your next gathering, where people need finger-sized snacks while watching the game.

7. Ultimate Nachos

Whether you’re making this tray of ultimate nachos for an appetizer or the main event, it’s sure to create an impression. It has a filling combination of tortilla chips, meat, cheese, beans, seasoning, and more.

8. Slow Cooker Barbecue Pulled Pork

This slow cooker barbecue pulled pork can be made into sliders or full-sized sandwiches for your guests. Set out additional toppings like sliced onion, coleslaw, cheese, and dill pickles so everyone can personalize their creations.

9. Slow Cooker Swedish Meatballs

There’s just something fun about stabbing meatballs with a toothpick as you eat them off of your football-shaped paper plate. These slow-cooker Swedish meatballs are simple to make and so tasty.

10. Firecracker Shrimp

Who doesn’t love shrimp at a party? Made with sweet chili sauce and sriracha, these firecracker shrimp have a bit of kick to them, which might be fitting when you’re watching the biggest game of the year.

11. Smoked Brisket

This smoked brisket recipe will take your Super Bowl party to the next level. Your guests will be thrilled with a Texas-style brisket that is melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Serve it with some rolls, beans, cole slaw, and other complements for an amazing meal.

12. Loaded French Fries

This is the french fry version of nachos. Instead of chips, you’ll cover your favorite type of french fries with cheddar cheese, gravy, bacon bits, sour cream, and other delicious ingredients.

13. Beer Cheese Fondue

If you want to give your guests something else fun to do, consider whipping up this beer cheese fondue. They can take turns dunking bread cubes, fruit, and veggies into the melted goodness as a snack.

14. Chocolate Brownie Cookies

Don’t forget the desserts! These double-chocolate cookies are both chewy and crispy at the same time. Your guests will continue talking about them long after the final whistle blows.

15. Football Cookies

Another dessert and snack idea for your Super Bowl party, and the littlest fans in the crowd, is football cookies. These are simple sugar cookies shaped like footballs and topped with chocolate icing. You can get as elaborate as you want with your decorations.

Visit Nick’s of Calvert for High-Quality Ingredients and Pre-Made Dishes

Whatever you decide to prepare for your Super Bowl gathering, make sure you are using high-quality ingredients. At Nick’s of Calvert, our full-service meat counter is the centerpiece of our store. We also offer quality and affordable grocery items as well as pre-made items at our deli. Visit us today to pick up all your Super Bowl supplies, or give us a call at (410) 414-7105 with any questions.