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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    Pumpkin Hummus

    8 reviews

    This perfectly delicious pumpkin hummus dip is a beautiful blend of creamy, decadent hummus and warm, autumnal pumpkin.


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    Gruyere and Crab Palmiers

    3 reviews

    I keep these little bursts of flavor in my freezer so they can be pulled out and popped into the...


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    38 Desserts Perfect for a Summer Picnic

    It's officially picnic season! And no summer spread is complete without a sweet treat at the end, so we've rounded...


    40 Picnic Recipes for Two

    Dig in to our best picnic food ideas for all those summer concerts in the park, lazy weekend picnics and...


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    47 Cold Picnic Foods That Don’t Need to Be Heated Up

    From salads to sandwiches and wraps, these cold picnic foods don't require any heating before serving. That's one less thing...


    55 Kid-Friendly Picnic Food Ideas

    Hello, summer! It's time to pack up your picnic basket with these kid-friendly recipes and soak up some sun.


    10 Best Picnic Baskets for Alfresco Fun

    Check out the trendiest ways to transport lunch, dinner or some summery snacks. These are the best picnic baskets for...

    Apricot Fluff

    15 reviews

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


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    Brownie Fruit Pizza

    1 review

    This brownie fruit pizza layers a chewy chocolate crust with a creamy pudding topping, fresh berries, chopped nuts and a...


    How to Plan the Perfect Picnic

    Whether your outing is for two or 20, you're sure to have a good time if you keep these picnic...


    48 Quick Barbecue Recipes

    Craving some barbecue but don't have the time? These quick BBQ recipes are here to help! Each main and...


    15 Things to Pack for Every Picnic

    In addition to great food and a fabulous spot, you'll want a few other items to guarantee picnicking success. Don't...


    Edamame Hummus

    3 reviews

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


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    63 Lettuce-Free Salads

    No romaine in the crisper? No problem! These salads without lettuce showcase fresh fruits, vegetables, herbs, grains and legumes to...


    Beef Wellington Fried Wontons

    3 reviews

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


    Cleo’s Potato Salad

    1 review

    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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    46 Divine Church Picnic Recipes

    Bring copies of the recipe—people will ask for it!


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    21 Pasta Salads Like Grandma Used to Make

    Looking for pasta salad ideas for a BBQ or picnic? Look no further than Grandma's recipe box.


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    Mississippi Mud Pie

    13 reviews

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


    Chicken Pasta Salad

    6 reviews

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


    41 Campfire Comfort Food Recipes

    Cuddle up next to the campfire with a few of these feel-good recipes. From pudgy pies to foil pack meals,...

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    39 Summer Potluck Salads for Your Cookouts

    While no backyard barbecue is complete without burgers and dogs on the grill, these delicious summer potluck salads will be...


    Zucchini Pico de Gallo Salsa

    8 reviews

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


    Beet Hummus

    2 reviews

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


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    54 July Fourth Picnic Food Ideas

    Planning a Fourth of July picnic? Look no further than these portable and delicious recipes.


    83 Lemon & Lime Recipes to Make This Summer

    Cool, tangy and refreshing, lemon and lime are the true flavors of summer. Try appetizers and drinks, salads and sides,...


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    100 Sizzlin’ Summer Barbecue Recipes

    Check out these hot hot hot summer barbecue recipes that'll make your party the talk of the block. We have...