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Thank You For Your Service! - 28 recipes

Show the valued Veterans in your life some extra love by throwing them a festive party filled with some of our favorite summertime-themed and patriotic recipes. From American flag cakes to BBQ brisket and more, here are some of our favorite recipes to celebrate Veteran's Day with!

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Rate this recipe 4.6/5 (9 Votes)
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Servings 12
Preparation time 30
Cooking time 80

  • CAKE:
  • nonstick cooking spray
  • 1 3/4 cups flour
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 sticks unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • CREAM CHEESE FROSTING:
  • 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 1 stick unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted
  • 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 pint blueberries
  • 1 1/2 pints raspberries

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These rapscallion burgers with pimento cheese and bacon are so flavorful! Perfect for lunch or dinner

  • BURGER:
  • 8 ounces ground beef (80/20 is ideal)
  • 1 1/2 ounces Rapscallion pimento cheese (recipe follows)
  • kosher salt and black pepper for seasoning
  • pan au lait bun (or brioche bun)
  • 1 tablespoon Zatarain’s Creole mustard
  • 2 slices tomato
  • Bibb lettuce leaves
  • 1 slice onion
  • 2 strips thick-cut black pepper bacon, cooked
  • PIMENTO CHEESE:
  • 8 ounces extra sharp cheddar, grated
  • 2 ounces goat cheese
  • 3 ounces parmesan cheese, finely grated
  • 1/2 cup Duke's mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons minced onion
  • 2 tablespoons minced shallot
  • 2 tablespoons minced peppadew peppers
  • 1 teaspoon no-salt barbecue spice blend or chicken rub
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Crystal hot sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Tabasco
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Zatarain’s Creole mustard
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
  • 1 tablespoon chopped chives
4.6/5 (8 Votes)

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Caraway Coleslaw with Citrus Mayonnaise is a great way to switch up a classic side dish! This is perfect for any pi

  • DRESSING:
  • 1 medium head cabbage, finely shredded
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2/3 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
  • 1/3 cup orange juice
  • 3 tablespoons cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons caraway seeds
  • 2 teaspoons grated orange peel
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
4.8/5 (5 Votes)

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Make your own patriotic treats for the Fourth of July, Memorial Day, Veteran's Day, or any day celebrating everythi...

  • 1 (8.75-ounce) bag Chex Mix® Honey Nut snack mix
  • 1/4 cup dried blueberries
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/4 cup roasted sunflower seeds
  • 2 cups white chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup blue and red candy-coated chocolate candies
0/5 (0 Votes)

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Beer + Cheddar Cheese = Delicious Fondue! This beer and cheese fondue recipe can be easily doubled or tripled, so m...

  • 3 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (12-ounces)
  • 2 cups American cheese, shredded (8-ounces)
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 clove garlic, halved, optional
  • 2 cups beer
  • 1 teaspoon instant chicken bouillon granules
  • Nonstick cooking spray or disposable slow cooker liner
  • Desired dippers (such as French or Italian bread pieces, soft pretzels, breadsticks, red sweet pepper pieces, broccoli florets, and/or carrot sticks)
4.3/5 (12 Votes)

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So simple and delicious! Sauted onions on burger patties in toasted buns smothered with butter

  • 1 stick plus 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 2 onions, chopped
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
  • 1 pound ground beef sirloin
  • 6 soft hamburger buns, split
4.5/5 (101 Votes)

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Serve The Cheese Dip That Will Make You Famous! at your next game day party, serve it at a cocktail party, serve it...

  • 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese
  • 2 cups grated cheddar cheese or grated jalapeño jack
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 small purple onion or onion of your choice, diced
  • serve with Wheat Thins, Frito’s Scoops, or vegetables for dipping
4/5 (157 Votes)

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The dulce de leche drizzled on the dulce de leche buttercream frosting really compliments the cupcake and creates a...

  • CUPCAKES:
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3 eggs, separated
  • 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup evaporated milk
  • 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk
  • DULCE DE LECHE:
  • 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened, condensed milk
  • DULCE DE LECHE FROSTING:
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup shortening
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 pound powdered sugar
  • pinch salt
  • dulce de leche
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
4.3/5 (92 Votes)

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Filled with the flavors of sweet peach tea yogurt, crispy salad greens, fresh mango, strawberries, and crunchy peca...

  • FOR THE SALAD:
  • FOR THE DRESSING,
  • 1 (6-ounce) container Yoplait Original 99% Fat Free Peach Sweet Tea Yogurt or similar flavor
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 6 cups spring mix salad greens
  • 1 large mango, peeled, sliced, about 1 cup
  • 1 cup sliced strawberries
  • 1/4 cup broken pecans
4.9/5 (7 Votes)

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Delicious burgers made with fried onions for added flavor resulting in the perfect recipe for making hamburgers ind...

  • 1 large onion, peeled, halved, and thinly sliced
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 4 to 8 slices of American cheese
  • mayo, mustard, and pickles, for serving
  • 4 hamburger buns, toasted
4/5 (87 Votes)

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This cobbler recipe inspired by Ree Drummond's is perfection

  • FRUIT:
  • Butter, for greasing baking dish
  • 3 pounds peaches, frozen
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • Pinch of salt
  • TOPPING:
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 heaping tablespoons sugar, plus extra for sprinkling over the top
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons baking powder
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable shortening or lard
  • 3/4 cup whole milk
  • 2 whole eggs
3.7/5 (292 Votes)

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A classic American burger combination, Swiss cheese uniquely complements savory sautéed mushrooms

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cups mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 1/2 pound ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 6 slices Swiss cheese
  • 6 hamburger rolls
4.8/5 (12 Votes)

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These no frills burger patties can serve as the basis for however you choose to dress up your burgers

  • 1 1/4 pound ground beef
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 4 hamburger buns
4.7/5 (16 Votes)

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Easy classic deviled eggs are a delicious finger food for people to snack on at any fun get together

  • 6 hard-boiled eggs
  • 1/3 cup shredded taco-seasoned cheese or Cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 3 tablespoons minced green onions
4.5/5 (28 Votes)

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The best appetizer to serve at your next gathering, jalapeño poppers stuffed with ooey, gooey melty cheese and chi...

  • 4 small chicken breasts, pounded thin
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 jalapeños, diced
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 8 slices bacon
4.3/5 (30 Votes)

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