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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    Snack Mix Squares

    13 Reviews

    A fun snack mix pressed into chewy bars, this treat is popular with kids of all ages. Someone is always...


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    Blueberry Pie Recipe

    86 Reviews

    This blueberry pie recipe puts that bounty of farmers market berries to proper use. All their juicy, summery goodness shines...


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    Ramen Coleslaw

    23 Reviews

    This super-easy, veggie-packed ramen coleslaw is a special side dish for barbecues, potlucks or any quick meal.


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    Orange Cookies

    14 Reviews

    Soft, tender and filled with bright, zippy orange juice and zest, our orange cookies with a homemade icing are sure...


    Layered Picnic Loaves

    13 Reviews

    This big sandwich, inspired by one I tried at a New York deli, is a favorite with our football-watching crowd....


    Ham and Broccoli Quiche

    22 Reviews

    Use up leftover ham with this ham and broccoli quiche for a great meal at any time of day.


    Barbecue Brisket

    2 Reviews

    You don’t need a smoker to make a juicy, tender barbecue brisket. Simply set your grill up to cook with...


    Broccoli Grape Salad

    25 Reviews

    This make-ahead broccoli grape salad is sweet, savory, and perfect for everything from barbecues to lunchboxes. Plus, it's made with...

    Fire and Ice Tomatoes

    5 Reviews

    You won't miss the salt in this refreshing tomato salad! It's well-seasoned with cayenne pepper, mustard seed and vinegar but...


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    Strawberry Poke Cake

    45 Reviews

    This strawberry poke cake is a light, refreshing dessert that’s perfect for a spring afternoon or summer night.


    Chocolate Maple Bars

    7 Reviews

    My family runs a maple syrup operation, and I'm always looking for new ways to incorporate maple syrup into my...


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    Strawberry Jell-O Pie

    42 Reviews

    Strawberry Jell-O pie is a refreshing, make-ahead dessert perfect for spring and summer gatherings. Ripe strawberries are mixed into strawberry-flavored...


    Hot Dog Pie

    9 Reviews

    A co-worker who loves hot dogs shared this recipe with me. Baked in a purchased pastry shell, the pie is...


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    Oatmeal-Chocolate Chip Cookies

    25 Reviews

    I love these oatmeal chocolate chip cookies. I made this recipe just before we showed our house. Not only did...


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    Zucchini Quiche

    38 Reviews

    To add tang to this cheesy zucchini quiche, we spread the crust with mustard like we're building...


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    Barbecue Burger

    39 Reviews

    This barbecue burger makes a quick and easy weeknight dinner or special addition to your summer grilling spread.


    Grilled Seasoned Bratwurst

    5 Reviews

    Whether you're hosting a picnic at home or at a park, cook these bratwurst on the stovetop first. Then you...

    Fruit Skewers

    7 Reviews

    Fruit skewers made with fresh fruit, cheese and a cinnamon yogurt dip will become a regular snack for every potluck,...


    Pea ‘n’ Peanut Salad

    31 Reviews

    Even people who don't like peas love this crunchy recipe, including my own children. I love the fact that it's...


    Beer Dip

    142 Reviews

    Beer dip combines all the best things for party food: a creamy dip, ranch dressing, lots of cheese and, of...


    Pig Pickin’ Cake

    139 Reviews

    A pig pickin’ cake is a southern delight that tastes like sunshine in every bite.


    Ham Biscuits

    3 Reviews

    Ham biscuits are a genius way to use up leftover ham. Just add homemade buttery biscuits, and you've got a...


    Blueberry Cloud Pie

    10 Reviews

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

    Sugar Cookie Fruit Pizzas

    12 Reviews

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


    Celebration Cheese Balls

    3 Reviews

    A handful of simple ingredients that go together in minutes, three fun flavorful options…these creamy cheese balls from our Test...


    Barbecued Beef Ribs

    3 Reviews

    These tender, slow-cooked beef ribs with a tangy sauce are a cinch to make. They’re great for picnics and parties....


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    Meringue Cookies

    52 Reviews

    These sweet little swirls are light as can be. They're all you need after a big, special dinner. —Jenni Sharp,...


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    Baked Salmon Patties

    43 Reviews

    Wholesome lunch and dinner entrees don't get much simpler than baked salmon patties. A quick mixture of canned salmon, bread...


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    Honey-Barbecue Wings

    5 Reviews

    These honey-barbecue wings will satisfy even the biggest game-day snacks enthusiast! The wings are fried until crisp, and the sweet-and-savory...