Blue Star Families
Strengthening Military Service Members, Military Families, Veterans, and Veteran Caregivers
06/13/2026
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06/05/2026
Every recipe tells a story.
For Blue Star Families member Vicki, that story starts with a bowl of Rainbow Sherbet Punch — a colorful family favorite that's become part of celebrations, gatherings, and making memories together.
As part of our Shared Table series powered by Instacart with host Capri S. Cafaro, military families are sharing the recipes that connect generations and create a sense of home wherever military life takes them.
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Want to swap recipes and connect with other military families?
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Hosting this Fourth of July? 🇺🇸 We’ve got your menu handled.
On USA TODAY, TV host and culinary storyteller Capri S. Cafaro steps into the kitchen with Blue Star Families members to create something more than a holiday meal — a full summer menu shaped by real stories from military life.
From a refreshing drink to dessert, each of the five recipes is paired with a personal story that brings to life the joys, challenges, and connection points of military families across the country.
It’s not just a menu — it’s a window into community, resilience, and tradition.
Tap in to explore the recipes, the stories behind them, and a ready-made Fourth of July spread designed to bring people together.
Read the article here: https://bit.ly/4o2JTkQ
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