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Summertime is for enjoying time with your friends and family, and my family and I love to do that around a bunch of food and games!

However, sometimes it is hard to determine what I want to make or bring with us the the BBQ’s or gatherings with friends.

Enter this post for the best potluck recipes to make when you want to have the perfect get together and not have to think too much about it.

I have everything listed below that will give you all the tasty flavors of summer, grilling, and fun all wrapped into one post.

simple family meal recipes

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You’ll love having all of these family favorite recipes!

What is so great about these recipe posts is that you can choose from a more concise list to help make your choice easier, plus I can promise you they are all amazing. They will create an awesome recipe lineup for your next family get together!

10 of the Best Potluck and Backyard BBQ Recipes:

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Classic Coleslaw

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Avocado Corn Salad

Avocado Corn Salad

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no bake avalanche cookies

No Bake Avalanche Cookies

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Doritos Taco Pasta Salad

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the best fruit salad for the 4th of july

Red White and Blue Cheesecake Fruit Salad

Red, White, and Blue Cheesecake Fruit Salad the the easiest dessert you can make this summer for fresh flavor and creamy deliciousness.
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Twice Baked Potato Casserole

Twice baked potato casserole — creamy, cheesy potatoes are topped with bacon and even more cheese for a delicious and hearty side dish.
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flavorful queso recipe

Baked Loaded Queso

Baked Loaded Queso is one of the best, cheesiest, most flavorful queso recipes. Just make up the meat and bake the rest in the oven!
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easy slow cooker baked potatoes

Slow Cooker Baked Russet Potatoes

Slow Cooker Baked Russet Potatoes — the easies way to make the perfect baked potatoes and with great flavor.
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the best ice cream cake

Buster Bar Ice Cream Cake

All the delicious flavors of a Dairy Queen Buster Bar all in one ice cream cake with simple ingredients to serve a sweet summer treat.
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peanut butter pieces cake

Classic Ice Cream Pie

Enjoy this perfect Classic Ice Cream Pie recipe that is super simple to put together and the whole family can enjoy any time!
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Can I make these recipes ahead of time?

Yes! That is what makes these recipes great, most, if not all of these recipes are perfect to make ahead the day before you need it, and then you can grab it and go.

I love doing this since I am always busy getting the family ready to leave, making these simple make-ahead recipes essential!

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Will this recipe feed a crowd?

They definitely will. If I know there will be more than 10 people, I will often double the recipes. Even if there is too much, the leftovers are super delicious.

Delicious entrees to make for summer:

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If you give these recipes a try, make sure to tag us on Instagram @julia.pacheco.cooking and let us know how much you liked the recipes!

About Julia Pacheco

Hello, I’m Julia Pacheco, and I’m so glad you’re here! I’m a published cookbook author with a passion for creating delicious, budget-friendly meals. My blog focuses on recipes that are accessible and enjoyable, because I truly believe in the power of food to heal, inspire, and bring people together. From early lessons in the kitchen with my mom to navigating life on WIC and food stamps, I’ve learned the value of making every meal count. Cooking has been my creative outlet, a way to connect with others, and it even helped me land my dream job.

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