Tailgating Recipes

Flora Alers of Clinton, Maryland transforms a boxed white cake mix into a big batch of tasty cookies that are...

Bookmark this easy cabbage salad recipe, and you'll have a go-to side dish for almost any meal. Taco night? Yep....

I got this recipe from my aunt and made a couple of changes to suit my taste. With ground beef...

Reminiscent of traditional corn dogs, this fun main dish really hits the spot on fall days. It's perfect for the...

A simple cooked dressing gives this crisp cabbage mixture a delightful sweet-and-sour flavor my family savors. When I was a...

I like to serve this savory chicken at family picnics. Cooked on a covered grill, the poultry stays so tender...

This flavorful dip looks so pretty served in sweet yellow pepper halves. It's great with fresh veggies.—Linda Murray, Allenstown, New...

"My three girls love these moist, nut-topped cupcakes even without frosting," remarks Debra Forshee from Stockton, Kansas. "They're a great...

Chicken, peaches and veggies are treated to a delightful glaze. These kabobs pack in flavor. Serve with couscous or rice,...

Cheesecake brownies, part brownie, part cheesecake and all delicious, are a loved-by-everyone dessert. Whip them up as a treat for...

We had these smoky campfire bundles at a friend's house for dinner and loved the simplicity of this great summer...

Marinated overnight in creamy Caesar dressing, this grilled Caesar chicken recipe is juicy, tender and full of flavor. It couldn't...

Canned tomatoes never tasted better than they do in this restaurant-quality salsa you can have ready in 15 minutes flat....

These are so easy to make and take no time at all. They’re great to package up for those college...

Pork tenderloin is treated to a mustard-and-teriyaki sauce marinade, then dressed up with sliced green onion. It makes for an...

Crispy and crunchy, this old family slaw recipe makes a refreshing side dish for picnics and parties. —Kimberly Wallace, Dennison,...

Between the flavorful sauce and colorful, crunchy slaw, these hand-held sandwiches demand attention from party-goers. —Janet Hynes, Racine, Wisconsin

These grill-friendly veggies make it a cinch to offer a healthful variety of produce in one dish. Their robust flavors...

Fruity salsa dresses up these juicy chicken patties, that are perfect for feeding a crowd. The fun name reminds kids...

This side dish goes well with any meat you might also be grilling. Thanks to the Cajun seasoning, the zesty...

Conveys Christine Strouf of St. Nazianz, Wisconsin. "This creamy, lightly sweet torte is one of my family's favorites, even with...

When I was in high school, I took these sweet and crunchy squares to bake sales— and they were the...

A handy boxed cake mix hurries along the preparation of these chewy cookies studded with chips and raisins. "I make...

These fun French bread pizzas are great picnic fare for both kids and adults. Tasty on the grill, they can...

Learning how to make a caramel corn recipe is surprisingly easy! Follow our step-by-step guide for perfect kernels.

Since we have plenty of fresh sweet corn available in our area, we use this recipe often in summer. Parsley,...

At least two generations of my family have enjoyed the recipe for these light, delicate orange-flavored cookies. —Sheri DeBolt, Huntington,...

I used to be the cafeteria manager at a grade school and these bars were always a hit.

This cookie recipe—a favorite of our four children—has been in my collection for years. Sometimes I'll substitute mint-flavored chips for...