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
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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 1 review
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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
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Hawaiian Macaroni Salad 5 reviews
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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
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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 is a cheap food for a picnic? ›
For cheap picnic ideas, consider simple snacks like fresh fruit, nuts, and crackers. You can create a DIY trail mix by combining your favorite roasted nuts, dried fruits, and chocolate chips or candies like M&Ms.
What not to pack for a picnic? ›
Things That SmellPeel-and-eat shrimp, steamed lobsters and paella are a few of the foods you should avoid toting in your basket. Washed-rind cheeses (if eaten promptly) and already-peeled co*cktail shrimp are the stinky-but-safe exceptions to this rule.
What to bring for finger food? ›
Best Finger Food Ideas on a Budget
Parmesan Bread Bites. Bake addictive parmesan bread bites for delicious finger food ideas. ... Tomato Bruschetta Bites. ... Bacon Wrapped Brussel Sprouts. ... Sheet Pan Nachos. ... Cheese Puffs. ... Cheesy Garlic Bread. ... Vegetarian Quesadillas. ... Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus.
What is a good pack for a picnic? ›
How to Pack for a Picnic
A Blanket. My family has a picnic blanket that we keep in the back of our car at all times. ... Napkins. Messes happen and hands get sticky no matter where we eat, so having napkins on hand will be helpful. ... A Way to Drink. ... Utensils. ... Corkscrew. ... A Bag to Carry Everything. ... Clean Up Supplies. ... Leak Prevention.
What food is good for beach picnic? ›
Most fruit (the less juicy the better), sandwiches and wraps, veggie pasta salads (pack a bunch of recyclable forks), homemade sponge cakes, chunky biscuits and anything bite-sized all make great beach food. Be careful with melon – once cut, melons create a great environment for bacteria to grow.
What is the cheapest food that can feed a lot of people? ›
Feed the masses without breaking the bank with these budget-friendly dishes.
Mexican Lasagne. A spicy lasagne for those of us who love Mexican and Italian food. ... Cheese Cob Dip. ... The Best Burger in Oz. ... Kangaroo Casserole. ... Sausage Casserole. ... Nanna's golden sausage casserole. ... Quiche Lorraine. ... Turkey and Pumpkin Lasagne.
What is the cheapest food to make for a party? ›
20 Great inexpensive party food ideas
Ham and cheese pinwheels. ... Mini spinach pies. ... Spaghetti bolognese. ... Baguettes with toppings (bruschetta) ... Egg, cheese, and ham skewers. ... Chicken pot pie. ... Cheese straws. ... Macaroni and cheese. You can make a few dishes of macaroni and cheese and serve it from warming trays.
What is the most common picnic food? ›
Popular foods to take include potato salad, pasta salad, watermelon, deviled eggs, lemonade, and stuff to make sandwiches, like cold cuts, cheese slices, and bread . If you're going to take a portable grill or are somewhere with a charcoal grill or fire pit, consider taking hot dogs and hamburgers to cook.
What food is good for picnic in hot weather? ›
Picnic foods that won't spoil in warm weather
Dried fruits, nuts and seeds. ... Fruit salsas. ... Slaws dressed in oil and vinegar. ... Fruit bars. ... Miniature popcorn. ... Quinoa. ... Veggie-based chips. Sub in vegetable-based chips for greasy, high-calorie potato chips. ... 11 picnic foods that hold up well in hot weather: — Fresh vegetable salads.
Best No-Reheat Picnic Food Options
Thai Chicken Wraps: These are my favorite WWL wraps. ... Chickpea, Spinach, Onion, and Red Pepper Pita Wraps With Yogurt Sauce: These pita wraps are a delicious vegetarian option that everyone can enjoy! ... Sausage, Sweet Potato, Kale, And Hummus Wrap: This one is super yummy and filling.
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