I'm sure you have your tried-and-true favorite recipes you will be making for Father's Day. But maybe you need some inspiration, like the East Carolina Barbecue Sauce you see above. Or maybe you just want to surprise Dad with something different and/or special. Hopefully this post will help lead you in the right direction.
So first, figure out what kind of "eater" Dad is, and go from there! Or let us know what you are making for Father's Day, we'd love to know!
Is Dad a "Leg Man"?
Crunchy Lemonade Drumsticks
Crisp Spiced Chicken with Hummus Vinaigrette
Best Grilled Chicken
Is Dad a "Meat and Potatoes Guy"?
Surf and Turf Sizzle
Root Beer Short Ribs
Beef Bourguignonne
Rib Eyes with Red Wine-Feta Vinaigrette
Beef Short Ribs
Creamy Bacon-and-Green Onion Mashed Potatoes
Salt and Vinegar Potatoes with Rosemary
Is Dad a "Cheesy Guy"?
Gnocchi Mac n' Cheese
Buffalo Chicken Macaroni and Cheese
Quadruple Cheese Macaroni with Smokey Bacon
Ranch Mac & Cheese
Is Dad a "Spice Lover"?
Black Pepper and Molasses Pulled Chicken Sandwiches
Spicy Chicken Thighs with Apricots and Olives
Cashew Kung Pao Chicken
Chile-Lime Pork Tenderloin
Asian Lime Ribs
Does Dad Like to "Veg-Out"?
Basil Spaghetti with Cheesy Broiled Tomatoes
Simple Herbed Ricotta Tart
Mushroom and Fettuccine with Red Pepper Flakes
Pasta with Brie and Mushrooms and Arugula
Does Dad have a "Sweet Tooth"?
Mini Peanut Butter-Finger Cheesecakes
Sour Cream Fudge Cake with Creamy Peanut Butter Frosting
Frozen Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate
Snickerdoodle Ice Cream
Alton Brown's 18-Carrot Cake
PB & J Sundae
Old Fashioned Chocolate Cake with Glossy Chocolate Icing
Mini Snickers Caramel Cheesecakes
Our town is hosting a “Ribfest” the Father’s day weekend…. that is where we will be
These all look good, it is difficult to choose one as a favorite. But I know the surf and turf will appeal to my man and I choose that one. He will be coming home from rehab for arthritic knees, and it will thrill him to have a welcome home Father’s Day dinner of surf and turf.