Independence Day–—Fire up that grill, get out the fireworks, and get ready to toast the founding fathers.

The Main Course:
The 4th means it’s definitely time for a cookout. If you’re putting your grill to use, we’ve got you covered with an excellent list of grilling how-tos – anything and everything from  How To Grill The Perfect Burgers to even Pineapple.

Refreshments:
Our founding father’s knew how to party. On top of sporting some fab-u-lous wigs, they liked to spend some time tossing a few back. Check out How To Make Founding Fathers’ Planters Punch and guzzle down the glory, 1776 style.

Dessert:
Anything goes as long as it’s red, white, and blue. This year, match your food to the flag and check out the festive How To Make A Flag Cake. And if you need something to help with the heat, check out How To Make Patriotic Popsicles.

Entertainment:
If you’re planning to set off fireworks, be sure to watch How To Set Off Fireworks Safely before coloring the sky with your favorite sparks.

Now go get your Independence on!