Picnic Recipes

Pack a basket with your favorite dishes for outdoor dining, like potluck salads, finger foods, grilled burgers, cold drinks and more easy picnic recipes.

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    Apricot Fluff

    When we were young mothers, I asked my best friend if she had a recipe for an easy ambrosia salad...


    Edamame Hummus

    Change up your hummus game by swapping in soybeans for chickpeas. Edamame hummus is as good as traditional hummus as...


    Beef Wellington Fried Wontons

    These tasty appetizers scale down classic beef Wellington to an ideal party size. They feel fancy and fun! —Dianne Phillips,...


    Cleo’s Potato Salad

    My mom, Cleo Lightfoot, loved cooking all kinds of recipes, but her favorite meal was one she made when hosting...


    Ham and Cheese Roll-Ups

    Use up last night’s leftover ham with ham and cheese roll-ups. This delicious, bite-sized snack comes together in a snap...


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    Mississippi Mud Pie

    Mississippi mud pie is a classic, crowd-pleasing dessert. With a little help from boxed pudding mix and frozen whipped topping,...


    Chicken Pasta Salad

    Chicken pasta salad can be a light, healthy lunch in its own right, not just a side dish. This one...


    Zucchini Pico de Gallo Salsa

    I love veggies and fresh ingredients this time of year. I make big bowls of this salsa, which we eat...

    Beet Hummus

    Break out of the plain hummus rut with this beet hummus recipe. Earthy, sweet beets are a vibrant, wholesome addition...


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    Instant Pot Beef Ribs

    Instant Pot beef ribs are simmered in a sweet and tangy barbecue sauce, making them perfect for a picnic or...


    Greek Macaroni Salad

    I've found that I can't go wrong taking this colorful bean and pasta salad to a potluck, patio party or...


    Sugar Cookie Fruit Pizzas

    Take advantage of seasonal fruits, and add a pop of color to simple cookies with these adorable sugar cookie fruit...


    Blueberry Cloud Pie

    I always make two of these pies at a time because my husband and five children devour them! It's so...


    Mixed Bean Salad

    Making this colorful salad a day ahead gives it time to marinate. We love its flavorful tangy-sweet dressing.


    Marinated Three Bean Salad

    Fresh herbs and cayenne pepper provide the fantastic flavor in this marinated salad featuring fresh veggies and canned beans. —Carol...


    Moist Chocolate Chip Date Cake

    A date cake recipe is good to have in your repertoire, as it’s easy to make and will stay fresh...


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    Watergate Salad

    Watergate salad is a beloved vintage dish that's fluffy, creamy and not too sweet. Enjoy it as dessert or as...

    BLT Tortillas

    I first sampled these BLT wraps at a bridal luncheon years ago. Now I frequently make them for our weekly...


    Spiral Pasta Salad

    I have two kids and am always on the go, so I appreciate recipes that I can make ahead of...


    Strawberry Banana Crepes

    My family often has company over for breakfast or brunch, and these light fruit-topped crepes are our favorite. The sweet...


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    Contest-Winning Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread

    Our recipe for pumpkin chocolate chip bread is a fall staple for any day, any time of the week.


    Chocolate Picnic Cake

    Rich, moist and chocolaty, this scrumptious cake is very versatile. It freezes well...and the chocolate chip topping makes it easy...


    Double Chocolate Cookies

    Indulge in these double chocolate chip cookies the next time you need to curb your chocolate hankering.

    How to Make Sweet and Sour Slaw

    This sweet and sour coleslaw is quick, easy and packed with veggies. It’s cool, crisp and perfect for barbecues or...


    Picnic Stuffed Eggs

    My dad loves these stuffed eggs, which are a Southern favorite. I've been cooking since I became a teenager, and...


    Hot Dog Buns

    This hot dog bun recipe has been in my family for years. Store-bought buns just can't compete with homemade. The...


    Colorful Quinoa Salad

    My youngest daughter recently learned she has to avoid gluten, dairy and eggs, which gave me a new challenge in...


    Tzatziki Potato Salad

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


    Frosted Sugar Cookies

    Homemade frosted sugar cookies are like a cozy hug in a handheld bite!