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22 Favorite Labor Day Recipes

By: Joanna Cismaru •9/2/22 Leave a Comment

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It’s time to say goodbye to summer and plan your Labor Day feast! Whether you want to break out the BBQ or turn your oven on you’ve got lots of yummy options. And the good news is I’m here to help with these 22 Favorite Labor Day Recipes to choose from!

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Easy Labor Day Recipes

The school year has begun, it’s finally starting to cool off, and autumn is near, but Labor Day is that one final chance to celebrate the end of summer! It’s still light out in the evenings and warm enough to enjoy eating all your grilled finger-licking good favorites, fresh fruit salads, and tasty summer side dishes on the patio!  

But it’s also a busy time of year and no one wants to spend hours looking up recipes or figuring out what to cook. No! You want to relax and enjoy your three day weekend drinking your ice cold beer, Aperol Spritz, or Italian Ice Tea as you watch the kids playing in the yard. It’s a holiday after all, not a work day!

Well, you’re in luck! I’ve got a whole list here of favorite Labor recipes for you to plan your entire menu. I’ve compiled a selection of dishes that are perfect for just feeding your family or throwing a big bash. From perfectly cooked honey glazed ribs, juicy burgers with all the fixings, and grilled brats to super easy savory summer sides and simple sweet desserts there is something for everyone. 

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Baked Honey Glazed Pork Ribs

Baked Honey Glazed Pork Ribs – This easy recipe includes instructions for both the oven and grill. Enjoy a BBQ favorite any time of the year! Sticky, sweet & savory, caramelized, smoky goodness in every bite. Say hello to your new go-to ribs recipe!
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Grilled Pork Chops

Juicy, tender, Grilled Pork Chops are so darn tasty, yet so easy to make! Marinated in a delicious soy sauce mixture that’s so savory good with hints of garlic, honey, and just the right amount of black pepper, these pork chops are a fantastic 20-minute make-ahead meal!
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Grilled Bratwurst

Perfectly crispy charred on the outside and juicy good on the inside, this simple and delicious Grilled Bratwurst recipe is going to blow your mind! So full of smokey chargrilled flavor, this classic sausage is served on a soft yummy hotdog bun and then topped with your favorite German mustard and tangy sauerkraut.
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Chicken Ranch Burgers

Jam-packed with classic ranch dressing flavors, these char-grilled juicy Chicken Ranch Burgers are incredible! Seasoned perfectly with the surprise twist of ranch and gooey cheddar cheese, this 20-minute recipe is super easy to make and sure to impress! 
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Air Fryer Corn On The Cob

Air Fryer Corn On The Cob that's super easy and quick! The air fryer comes through for us again, with this corn on the cob recipe, and what a way to enjoy a summertime favorite! In just 15 minutes you can be munching on this delicious air fried corn!
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Instant Pot BBQ Ribs

These Instant Pot BBQ Ribs are fall off the bone tender, delicious, and super sticky from a delicious Whiskey BBQ sauce. But most importantly they will be on your dinner table in under an hour!
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Chicken Souvlaki

Learn how to make your own Chicken Souvlaki from scratch in the comfort of home. With a small list of ingredients and a few basic steps, you're guaranteed a successful meal no matter your culinary prowess. Featuring lots of garlic, oregano, and fresh lemon juice, the Mediterranean will be calling your name.
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Mini Corn Dogs

These Mini Corn Dogs are super easy and fun to make! A delicious little treat on a stick, these are guaranteed to be a crowd pleaser no matter the occasion! 
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Classic Potato Salad

This Classic Potato Salad is super creamy, crunchy and absolutely delicious. It's the perfect side dish for your summer BBQs or any protein packed entree, super easy to make and ready in just 30 minutes.
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Lamb Souvlaki

Easy Lamb Souvlaki, Greek Style! Get the fire started because you're in for a treat with this tender and succulent Lamb Souvlaki, also known as lamb kebab! Perfectly seasoned lamb, grilled to perfection, this souvlaki will simply melt in your mouth!
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Easy Grilled Chicken Breast

So tender and juicy, this healthy Easy Grilled Chicken Breast is going to become your new favorite quick and easy meal! Seasoned with garlic, smoked paprika, and Italian seasonings with a secret touch of lemon zest, this flavorful grilled chicken recipe is incredible!
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Blue Cheese Burgers with Crispy Fried Onion

Blue Cheese Burgers with Crispy Fried Onion – These incredible burgers are topped with tangy, creamy, melty blue cheese and crispy onions fried in butter. It's so easy to make this classic comfort food gourmet!
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Grilled Tomahawk Pork Chops

Grilled Tomahawk Pork Chops – This stunning cut of pork deserves royal treatment! Using a 5 ingredient dry rub and a compound butter to seal the deal, this easy recipe feels gourmet with every bite. It's simple enough to make any night of the week!
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Macaroni Salad

My Macaroni Salad recipe is tossed with fresh, crunchy veggies, a homemade creamy dressing, and my secret ingredient: bacon. It's always a hit at the dinner table on a busy week night, a potluck, or a sunny summertime BBQ.
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Taco Pasta Salad

My Taco Pasta Salad recipe with Doritos and French dressing is a must try. Loaded with everything you'd want to see on your taco and more, this is a great recipe to serve to guests or even enjoy with your family at the dinner table!
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Mexican Street Corn Salad

This Mexican Street Corn Salad, also known as Esquites, is smoky, spicy, tangy and incredibly delicious. If you love the Mexican corn on the cob then you will love this version.
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Perfect Peach Pie

This Perfect Peach Pie is a classic American Dessert loaded with fresh peaches, cinnamon and a hint of nutmeg. This incredible peachy filling is all encased in a perfectly crisp and flaky melt in your mouth, totally made from scratch crust.
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Apple Galette

Tender caramelized fresh baked apple slices are layered on top and encased in a super flakey buttery pie crust to make this divinely delicious Apple Galette! It’s a simple pastry like an easy to make rustic pie that goes perfectly with a cup of coffee or scoop of vanilla ice cream!
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Strawberry Tiramisu Trifle

This Strawberry Tiramisu Trifle is a classic dessert that gets a berry twist thanks to lots of strawberries, chocolate and a fabulous mascarpone and pudding cream. It's still packed with lots of coffee flavor!
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Air Fryer Apple Pie Bombs

These delicious Air Fryer Apple Pie Bombs are incredibly simple to make using refrigerated biscuits filled with apple pie filling, cooked in the air fryer then coated in butter and cinnamon sugar.
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Peach Cobbler

Introducing: the perfect Peach Cobbler! Made with ripe, juicy peaches, fresh lemon, perfectly sweetened, and a rise-to-the-top cobbler. It's not just magic as it bakes, it's magic in your mouth! Served warm with a big scoop of vanilla ice cream; you'll be in heaven.
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Classic Apple Pie

A Classic Apple Pie made completely from scratch that’s buttery, flaky, easy to make, and perfect for any time of the year.
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