Gathering with great food and company is a good way to celebrate. Some recipes can help create a memorable menu. A blackened tri-tip is one option, featuring a spiced rub and caramelized crust. It is meant to be shared with family.

Further details are available about this and other recipes. These include options for chicken and vegetable skewers, as well as sides like pasta salad and garlic potatoes.

The recipes are designed to make the most of summer ingredients and elevate a backyard barbecue. They offer bold flavors and are juicy and tender.