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The Ultimate 4th of July BBQ Spread: A 12-Person Backyard Feast

Classic American 4th of July BBQ Buffet

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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings 12

Ingredients
  

  • 12 each Beef patties
  • 12 each Beef hot dogs
  • 12 each Hamburger buns
  • 12 each Hot dog buns
  • 12 slices Sliced cheese
  • 16 oz Beef chili
  • 1 cup Shredded cheese
  • 1 head Iceberg lettuce
  • 2 large Tomatoes
  • 1 large Red onion
  • 1 cup Dill pickles
  • 1/2 cup Ketchup
  • 1/2 cup Mustard
  • 16 oz Rotini pasta
  • 3 whole Bell peppers (red, green, yellow)
  • 1 cup Black olives
  • 8 oz Mozzarella balls
  • 4 oz Beef salami
  • 4 oz Beef pepperoni
  • 1 bag Frito corn chips
  • 1 bag Tortilla chips
  • 1 bag Flavored corn chips
  • 1 cup Sour cream
  • 1 cup Guacamole
  • 1 cup Salsa
  • 1 cup Ranch dip
  • 1 medium Watermelon
  • 1 pint Blueberries
  • 2 cups Red grapes
  • 1 medium Pineapple
  • 1 cup Baby carrots
  • 1 cup Cucumber
  • 1 cup Celery

Instructions
 

  • Prep the Cold Sides: Cook the rotini pasta according to package directions, rinse with cold water, and let cool. In a large bowl, toss the pasta with diced bell peppers, black olives, mozzarella balls, beef salami, and beef pepperoni. Cover and refrigerate.
  • Assemble the Produce: Wash and cut the watermelon, pineapple, carrots, cucumber, and celery. Arrange the fruit (including blueberries and grapes) on one platter, and the vegetables on another next to the ranch dip. Cover and refrigerate.
  • Set Up the Stations: Arrange the hamburger and hot dog buns, tortilla chips, Frito corn chips, and flavored corn chips in serving bowls. Place the ketchup, mustard, sour cream, guacamole, and salsa in small bowls. Layout the lettuce, sliced tomatoes, onions, pickles, and shredded cheese on a toppings tray.
  • Fire Up the Grill: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Grill the beef patties for 4-5 minutes per side for medium doneness. Add the sliced cheese during the last minute of cooking to melt. Grill the beef hot dogs for 5-7 minutes, turning frequently until slightly charred.
  • Warm the Chili & Serve: Heat the beef chili in a saucepan over medium heat until simmering. Transfer the grilled meats and warm chili to the buffet table. Let guests assemble their own plates.