Picnic Recipes

Since I have a large vegetable and herb garden, many of the ingredients in this recipe are truly "homegrown". I...

A fun snack mix pressed into chewy bars, this treat is popular with kids of all ages. Someone is always...

This big sandwich, inspired by one I tried at a New York deli, is a favorite with our football-watching crowd....

Soft, tender and filled with bright, zippy orange juice and zest, our orange cookies with a homemade icing are sure...

It is hard to resist cookies, let alone pumpkin chocolate chip cookies made with oats and cinnamon. No surprise here...

To add tang to this cheesy zucchini quiche, we spread the crust with mustard like we're building...

This barbecue burger makes a quick and easy weeknight dinner or special addition to your summer grilling spread.

My family runs a maple syrup operation, and I'm always looking for new ways to incorporate maple syrup into my...

You won't miss the salt in this refreshing tomato salad! It's well-seasoned with cayenne pepper, mustard seed and vinegar but...

You don’t need a smoker to make a juicy, tender barbecue brisket. Simply set your grill up to cook with...

My son has an egg allergy, so this potato salad is perfect for him. For extra color, add radish, apple...

This simple blueberry tart showcases the best of peak-season fresh fruit. It’s so good you can serve it alone, but...

It’s rich. It’s juicy. It’s sweet. Pineapple coleslaw is the tropical twist that has been missing from picnics and backyard...

Apple slab pie is a terrific contribution to a covered-dish supper, picnic or potluck. It’s baked in a large 15x10...

"MY SISTER and I loved this salad because we thought it tasted like a dessert. We ate a lot of...

Summer's the perfect time to toss up this watermelon salad. You'd never expect it, but spinach is awesome here. Eat...

A crab-stuffed avocado recipe blends savory and spicy seafood with the creamy luxury of avocado. Broiled and topped with melted...

Hand-held and picnic friendly, these chicken-stuffed pockets pack a double dose of whole grains from brown rice and whole wheat...

Put a fruity twist on lemonade with our peach lemonade recipe. Juicy peaches add summer sweetness to a pitcher of...

These refreshing Key lime bars have the perfect balance of sweet-tart flavors. Offer them up as handheld treats for a...

The fresh flavors of the salmon and herbs are just unbeatable. I serve these as full-size burgers on kaiser rolls,...

These bacon deviled eggs are the perfect potluck or barbecue party snack when you need an easy, crowd-pleasing appetizer for...

Cheesy, tangy, and super juicy, these mini loaves are a total treat.

Pan sauteing the gnocchi eliminates the need to boil them, while creating a wonderful tasty crispy coating on them. The...

Barbecued beans are a simple, classic recipe and cooking them on the grill adds great smoky flavor. —Millie Vickery, Lena,...

This bright lemon orzo salad recipe is just the thing you’ll want to have on hand when you’re in need...

These honey-barbecue wings will satisfy even the biggest game-day snacks enthusiast! The wings are fried until crisp, and the sweet-and-savory...

Strawberry-rhubarb pie is the best way to celebrate the coveted summer season of fresh strawberries and rhubarb.

Wholesome lunch and dinner entrees don't get much simpler than baked salmon patties. A quick mixture of canned salmon, bread...