Good Eats: Recipe Ideas for Juneteenth
Set off your Juneteenth celebration with some good eats! WE've compiled a list of recipes from Black chefs and food bloggers that you can enjoy with your family and friends. From BBQ to red drinks (and everything in between), these dishes are sure to please.
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EASY BBQ PORK RIBS
What would Juneteenth be without a little BBQ? Chef Nikki Miller-Ka has a super simple recipe for mouthwatering pork ribs.
(Credit: niksnackonline.com)
MUSHROOM & SWISS SLIDERS
Eric Jones combines the classic flavors of mushrooms and Swiss cheese for these juice sliders. They're perfect for a party when you want to nibble on a little bit of everything!
(Credit: @dudethatcookz | dudethatcookz.com)
HERBED RED POTATO SALAD
Don’t forget the sides! Home cook and food blogger Angela Davis (a.k.a. The Kitchenista) has an herbed red potato salad that is delicious.
(Credit: @thekitchenista | kitchenistadiaries.com)
MEDITERRANEAN PASTA SALAD
Pasta salad season is quickly approaching, making it the perfect side dish for Juneteenth. Check out Jenné Claiborne’s recipe.
(Credit: @sweetpotatosoul | sweetpotatosoul.com)
RED VELVET PARFAIT
Red velvet cake is traditionally served at Juneteenth celebrations. These adorable parfait cups from Peaches 2 Peaches blogger Monique Polanco are perfect for a party.
(Credit: @peaches2peaches | peachestopeaches.com)
CARAMELIZED BANANA PUDDING
Satisfy your sweet tooth with Chef Millie Peartree’s recipe for caramelized banana pudding.
(Credit: @chefmilliepeartree | @nytcooking | cooking.nytimes.com)
STRAWBERRY TEQUILA SODA
Boston-based blogger @nailthecocktail created a special Juneteenth drink just for us. Enjoy a glass – or two!
(Credit: @nailthecocktail)
CHERRIES JUBILEE
WE also created a cocktail of our own in celebration of Juneteenth! Try this "Cherries Jubilee," a fruity gin-based drink that gets a generous splash of bubbly.