Residents of our Lowry apartments have access to a resort-style pool, rooftop deck, fire pits, community lounge, and so much more – if that doesn’t sound like the perfect place for a Fourth of July celebration, we don’t know what does. This year, make your Independence Day a day to remember by hosting a party, and, of course, no party is complete without delicious food. Here are some delicious recipes to try for your patriotic Fourth of July bash at Alas Over Lowry.
Pull-Apart Cheeseburger Sliders
Serves: 12 sliders
Time: Prep: 10 minutes Cook: 30 minutes
Basic Ingredients
- Ground beef
- Slider buns
- Cheese
- Onion and garlic
- Seasonings
- Condiments
Overview: While the oven is preheating, cook onion in a saucepan until soft before adding garlic. Add ground beef and cook until no longer pink. Stir in mustard and other seasonings. Place bottom halves of slider buns topped with beef mixture and cheese in a baking dish. Top with pickles, tomatoes, and the top slider bun. Brush with butter and bake for 10 minutes. Find the full recipe here.
BBQ Grilled Chicken
Serves: 4
Time: 30 minutes
Basic Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Barbecue sauce
- Lime juice
- Honey
- Hot sauce
- Salt
Overview: Whisk barbecue sauce, honey, lime juice, and hot sauce in a bowl. Add the chicken to the bowl and toss. On a high-heat grill, grill the chicken until charred, basting with extra marinade – around 8 minutes per side. Find the full recipe here.
Hot Dog Board
Serves: Varies
Time: Varies
Basic Ingredients
- Hot dogs
- Hot dog buns
- Choice of condiments
- Choice of toppings
Overview: We all know about cheeseboards and charcuteries boards – they’re delicious. But when you want to take a “summer twist” on a board, why not try a hot dog board for your party at our Lowry apartments? Start by building your board with small bowls and ramekins of your favorite toppings and condiments. Then, arrange buns and dogs around the sides and fill in the gaps with potato chips. So fun! Learn how to build your own hot dog board here.
Classic Potato Salad
Serves: 6
Time: 25 minutes
Basic Ingredients
- Potatoes
- Hard-boiled eggs
- Mayonnaise
- Onion
- Mustard
- Lemon juice
- Chives
- Seasonings/spices
Overview: Boil and cook potatoes until easily pierced with a knife – drain and let cool. Combine other ingredients in a large bowl and stir until well combined. Fold in eggs, potatoes, and chives. Refrigerate until ready to be served. View the full recipe here.
Refreshing Watermelon Feta Salad
Serves: 4
Time: 10 minutes
Basic Ingredients
- Cucumbers
- Seedless watermelon
- Mint
- Red wine vinegar
- Feta
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper
Overview: Combine the cucumber, melon, feta, mint, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Drizzle with oil and vinegar, then toss well. Spoon onto a platter then sprinkle with more feta and mint. For measurements and details, find the full recipe here.
July 4th S’mores Dip
Serves: 10
Time: 20 minutes
Basic Ingredients
- Hershey’s chocolate
- Marshmallows
- Red, white, and blue sanding sugar
- Graham crackers (for serving)
Overview: Preheat your oven. Layer Hershey’s to cover the bottom of a glass baking pan. Dip marshmallows in water and roll in sanding sugar, set aside to dry. Repeat the process to make 6 red marshmallows, 5 blue marshmallows, and 8 white marshmallows. Cut marshmallows in half and layer on chocolate to make a flag. Bake for 10 minutes and serve with graham crackers for dipping. Find all the details here.
Cheesecake Cupcakes
Serves: 16
Time: 2 hours and 50 minutes
Basic Ingredients
- Graham crackers
- Butter
- Cream cheese
- Sour cream
- Eggs
- Sugar
- Vanilla
- Salt
- Marmalade and berries for topping
Overview: These mouthwatering, creamy cupcakes are sure to be a hit for your guests. There are some small steps that need to be followed in detail, and you can find the full recipe right here.
Blueberry Surprise
Serves: 12
Time: 5 hours and 30 minutes
Basic Ingredients
- Flour
- Butter
- Cornmeal
- Berries
- Powdered sugar
- Heavy cream
- More in the full recipe below
Overview: This blueberry dish practically tastes like heaven and it’s going to take some time to make – but trust us – it’s worth it. You’ll need to make the crust, filling, toppings, and a couple of other steps to create this dish but you can find all the steps and directions here.
Your party guests will be leaving with full bellies after serving them these delicious dishes – and they’ll definitely be looking forward to the next party you throw at our Lowry apartments. Stop by Alas Over Lowry today to view our stunning property and spacious floor plans.