Eat With Your Hands!
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Drippy: S'mores Ice-Cream Sandwiches
Whether you're in the mood for a spicy watermelon wedge or chicken slathered in sweet and fiery sauce, these recipes are sure to please your tastebuds. Gather your friends and celebrate the season with the best and messiest foods of summer.
Can you improve upon the beloved s'more? Toasted marshmallow ice cream might do the trick.
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Crispy: Pulled Pork Lettuce Wraps
Inspired by Momofuku chef David Chang's Korean bo ssäm pork, these deliver crunch and succulence, all in one bite.
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Juicy: Chile-Lime Watermelon Wedges
A dusting of smoky chile powder, earthy cumin, zingy lime rind, and a hit of salt turns watermelon's flavor up to 11.
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Sticky: Red, White, and Blue Pops
Nothing says warmer weather better than a fruity, frosty pop that melts in your mouth. Keep the layers distinct by fully freezing each one before adding the next.
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Cheesy: Grilled and Dilled Corn on the Cob
Here's a riff on elote, Mexican street corn. We love how sweet dill plays of the richly caramelized corn and briny cheese.
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Saucy: Buffalo Chicken Drumsticks
Finger-stickin' good: grilled drumsticks slathered in tangy, spicy Buffalo sauce. Bibs and Wet-Naps recommended.
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Messy: Boiled Shrimp with Tangy Cocktail Sauce
Finger food with a Chesapeake accent. A hefty pile of horseradish in the sauce will bring tears of joy to your eyes.