Summer Recipes to Pack in Your Picnic Basket Head to the nearest park and bring your brightest blanket. These easy picnic recipes pack up perfectly and just taste better in the sunshine.
Peach Bourbon Shrimp After a whiskey tasting in Kentucky, I decided to create this shrimp recipe. Peach bourbon whiskey has notes of caramel,...
Tuna Macaroni Salad Pack this classic salad for a picnic or workplace lunch. For best results, allow the salad to sit in the...
Southern Fried Pork Chops
How to Fry Chicken for a Crowd, According to a Fried Chicken Champion Crispy, juicy, hot fried chicken for every last guest? It’s possible with these tips for making fried chicken for a...
Never Have Melted Ice Pops at the Pool Again With This Hack to Keep Them Frozen The Stanley cup tumbler saves the day again!
This Corkcicle Can Cooler Will Keep Your Drink Cool All. Summer. Long. Make summertime living even easier with the Corkcicle can cooler—the latest and greatest warm-weather accessory that keeps your drinks cool...
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My husband's favorite pie is blueberry, made with fresh-picked northern Ontario blueberries. Adding peaches and a rustic crust creates a...
Lemon Basil Chicken Salad This 15-minute Chicken Salad Chick copycat recipe has become one of my very favorite meals. But it needn’t even be...
Twice-Cooked Fried Chicken Fried chicken is my favorite food, so it’s no surprise that I’ve tried dozens of recipes looking for the perfect...
Mexican Hot Chocolate Cupcakes 1 review
In addition to cocoa, Mexican hot chocolate has some signature ingredients including cinnamon and cayenne pepper. I created these delicious...
Amish Macaroni Salad 2 reviews
This Amish macaroni salad is a crowd favorite. It's supposed to be sweet, but you can lessen the sugar to...
Patriotic Pepper Platter 1 review
Cream cheese stuffed peppers are easy to make, easy to travel with and wonderful to eat at room temperature. This...
Sea Salt Sticks 1 review
When my daughter was in school, her class had a recipe exchange party. The kids would bring a food and...
Spicy Roasted Carrot Hummus 2 reviews
This is a wonderful appetizer for Easter, Mother’s Day or any spring gathering. The roasted carrots give this hummus a...
Creamy Pina Colada Pie 1 review
This is a family favorite and super easy to make. Some like the consistency of this pina colada pie right...
Copycat KFC Coleslaw 7 reviews
We love going to Kentucky Fried Chicken. Although we enjoy the chicken, we actually go for the coleslaw. We buy...
Low-Carb Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Bars These cheesecake bars have four delectable layers: a buttery crust, a creamy cheesecake filling, chocolaty morsels and a crumbly topping....
Vegan Gluten-Free Graham Crackers One thing I missed the most when I had to go gluten-free was graham crackers. Not only that, but I...
Air-Fryer Pumpkin Biscuits with Spiced Apple Butter 1 review
A couple of years ago, one of my friend's parents made pumpkin biscuits for Thanksgiving. I was inspired by the...
Cafe Rio Copycat Pork Bowls My friends are big fans of Cafe Rio's sweet pork tacos, so I came up with this version to eat...
Caprese Pasta Salad 1 review
This easy Caprese pasta salad is always a favorite, especially when summer tomatoes are at their peak. It comes together...
Chipotle Chicken 2 reviews
Grilled Potato and Corn Salad 1 review
Corn salad and potato salad are two summer classics. I smashed them together for a crowd-pleasing side that we love...
Strawberry-Pineapple Coleslaw 4 reviews
Sweet fruit, a tangy coleslaw dressing and colorful crisp cabbage make a wonderful combination to share with others. I think...
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Cuts-Like-Butter BBQ Brisket 4 reviews
With just a few ingredients and steps, this recipe is nearly impossible to mess up. The thin, fall-apart-tender slices are...
Hawaiian Macaroni Salad 5 reviews
I had to figure out how to make Hawaiian macaroni salad at home because my husband was getting tired of...
Southern Peach Toasts These bruleed peach toasts are my creative homage to the beloved southern fresh peach cobbler. It is an upscale presentation...
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Sweet and Savory Deviled Eggs 2 reviews
My Grandma Phyllis' sweet and savory deviled eggs are unrivaled by any of the ones I've tried. The sweetness of...
Dill Pickle Dip 6 reviews
My love for pickles led me to create this dill pickle dip. It's so easy to whip together. But be...
FAQs
Sandwiches, pies, scotch eggs, sausage rolls and chicken drumsticks are considered classic picnic treats for a reason – they're all finger foods that travel well. Layer up a picnic baguette with salami, spinach, basil, pesto and mozzarella for a mouthwatering bite with or create a colourful veggie rainbow sandwich.
What food is traditionally served at a picnic? ›
55 Classic Picnic Food Ideas For Your Next Outdoor Gathering
01 of 55. Picnic Egg Salad. ... 02 of 55. Smoky Snack Mix. ... 03 of 55. Spicy Pineapple Slaw. ... 04 of 55. Blackberry-Peach Cobbler Bars. ... 05 of 55. Southern-Style Potato Salad. ... 06 of 55. Mini Muffulettas. ... 07 of 55. No-Bake Granola Bars. ... 08 of 55. Tomato Sandwiches.
What can I take in a picnic instead of sandwiches? ›
How to pack a picnic without bread
Farro salad with roasted veg. A big salad of mixed grains, roasted veg and herbs is a really easy picnic dish. ... Cornish pasties. Handheld food is the key to a successful picnic spread. ... frittata. A slice of flavour-packed frittata is great on a picnic. ... Vegetable tartlets. ... potato salad.
What foods won't spoil on a picnic? ›
Here are 11 picnic foods that keep well in hot weather:
Fresh vegetable salads. Nothing beats a fresh, light summer salad full of colorful vegetables, Ali says. ... Fish and chicken in pouches. ... Mediterranean foods. ... Fresh fruits. ... Dried fruits, nuts and seeds. ... Fruit salsas. ... Slaws dressed in oil and vinegar. ... Fruit bars.
What food is good for outdoor party? ›
Easy park party food ideas include chicken salad sandwiches, pinwheel sandwiches, buffalo chicken sandwiches , etc. You can't go wrong with slow cooker hot dogs for a crowd or Insta Pot hot dogs! You will also find savory dip like buffalo chicken dip, walking tacos, black bean salsa.
What are the most popular finger foods for parties? ›
Some of my favorites: Deviled eggs, bruschetta, crackers with cheese and dried salami, artichoke & spinach dip with tortilla chips, stuffed mushrooms, mini-spanakopita, Chinese dumplings. What are some tasty but easy to make snacks or appetizers that don't involve any cooking? Salami cheese wraps.
What is the cheapest thing to bring to a picnic? ›
Simple FoodPasta, sandwiches, wraps or even canned tuna are all cheap picnic ideas that the whole family will love! If you ask us, sandwiches are the best budget-friendly picnic food because they don't take much space in the basket. Don't forget about the drinks, plastic cutlery, and rubbish bags!
What can I replace sandwiches with? ›
Swap them out for one of these savoury lunch box ideas – not only are they super filling, but they're delicious, too.
1Pie maker zucchini and haloumi fritters. ... 2Easy tuna bento balls. ... 3Healthy zucchini, pumpkin and feta slice. ... 4Pie maker mini fetta, pea and mint frittatas. ... 5Mini carbonara quiches.
What are easy snacks for park? ›
20 No-Cook Snacks To Bring On Your Next Picnic
Lox + crackers. Pickles + salami slices. Cucumber slices + tuna salad. Tomatoes + cheese. Veggie sticks + dressing. Yogurt + granola in a jar. Pretzels + chocolate hazelnut spread. Pita chips + hummus.
What are three finger foods? ›
With carbonara mini quiches, cheesy bites, air fryer nibbles and more, there's definitely something for everyone.
1Mini carbonara quiches. ... 2Crispy mozzarella sticks. ... 3Air fryer wontons. ... 4Buffalo wings with crispy onion rings and kale slaw. ... 5Super-crisp potato bites. ... 6Crustless mini ham and vegie quiches.
PICNIC BAG CHECKLIST
Beach blankets / tablecloths / loungers. Sunscreen. Insect repellant, sting relief cream, antiseptic wipes and plasters. Hats. Spare carrier bags for rubbish. Towel and spare clothes. Camera. Cutlery, cups and picnic plates.
What should I carry in picnic bag? ›
10 Things To Pack In Your Picnic Basket
Frozen Bottles of Water. The main rule for outdoor eating is to keep hot foods hot and cold foods cold. ... Corkscrew/Bottle Opener. ... Wet Wipes. ... Salt and Pepper. ... Paper Towels. ... A Tray. ... Serving Spoons. ... Folding Knife.
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