All American Favorites: 35 Delicious Family Recipes That Will Make You the Star of the Show (Unabridged‪)‬

Some of the best times I ever had as a kid were when my whole family would get together at somebody's house for a simple cookout. Burger, hot dogs, fried chicken, pies - the best foods in America!

Here are some of the most delicious, mouth-watering recipes collected from my family members over the years, plus lots of new ones that my wife and I have created in our home. From a simple healthy hummus to amazing sausage balls, southern fried chicken, perfect pies, you will enjoy discovering these family treasures. Some foods are meant to be enjoyed. Use fresh ingredients and don't rush. Sip a glass of wine and enjoy your family while everybody gathers around the grill to chat and play like we did when we were kids.

The food was great at those family cookouts because it was made with love - that's the secret ingredient. Have fun with it, because we're all friends in the kitchen, and summertime cooking is supposed to be fun.