The 5 Food Groups for Your Memorial Day Party [RECIPES]

It's always a good idea to have, at least, a couple of different beverage choices for guests. So, in addition to beer, soda, iced tea, etc., you can try incorporating these cocktails into your party menu. I'm pretty sure the "Beergaritas" would be a big hit!

Red Wine Sangria from Alton Brown

Lime Sorbet Margaritas from realsimple.com

Beergaritas from thekitchen.com

The Rocket from Allrecipes.com

Lemonade Punch from Allrecipes.com

While everyone is waiting for the grilling to be done, it's a good idea to have some snacks out for people to munch on. You can also bring these if you are attending a party.

Deviled Eggs from All Recipes

Cinnamon-Dusted Apple Chips from Rachel Ray

Pigs in a Blanket from Pillsbury

Spinach and Cheese Dip from the Cooking Channel

Sides are just as important as main dishes at a party. They help to compliment the main dish and tie the meal together.

Cold Fashioned Potato Salad from Alton Brown

Grilled Corn on the Cob from tasteofhome.com

Southern Coleslaw from Allrecipes.com

Red, White, and Blueberry Fruit Salad from Allrecipes.com

Potato Salad (red skinned potatoes) from Food Network

Here are some suggestions for fun (and yummy!) main dishes.

Ribs from Martha Stewart

Cowboy Burgers from Food.com

Pepperoncini Roast Beef Sandwich from All Recipes

Beer Brats from All Recipes

Grilled Chicken with Sweet Mustard Barbacue Sauce from Food and Wine

This is the part that I have the most fun with when preparing food for parties. I love baking desserts! Here are some cute ideas I found for your Memorial Day party.

Vanilla-Raspberry Sundae with Spoon Shaped Cookies from Martha Stewart

Classic Strawberry Shortcake from Betty Crocker

Patriotic Pie Squares from Hoosier Made

Easy Rum-Soaked Grilled Pineapple from Gimme Some Oven

Firecracker Cake from Betty Crocker