37 Memorial Day Recipes for the Ultimate Summer Party

Smash burgers, citrusy carne asada, hot dogs—plus the sides, desserts, and drinks you need for a complete Memorial Day cookout.

Photo by Travis Rainey, Food Styling by Kaitlin Wayne, Prop Styling by Alexandra Massillon

Memorial Day weekend is the soft launch of summer . The group chat comes to life, the grill gets dusted off, and meals migrate outdoors. These 37 Memorial Day recipes—including cheesy brats, classic coleslaw, and no-bake cheesecake bars—are built for easy hosting, with everything you need for a backyard barbecue or casual cookout. Consider this your long-weekend game plan for starting the season right, with all the burgers , potato salad, and cobbler you could ever want.…