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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    Quick Barbecued Beans

    14 Reviews

    Barbecued beans are a simple, classic recipe and cooking them on the grill adds great smoky flavor. —Millie Vickery, Lena,...


    Mini Barbecue Meat Loaves

    46 Reviews

    Cheesy, tangy, and super juicy, these mini loaves are a total treat.


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    Bacon-Wrapped Hot Dogs

    3 Reviews

    These crowd-pleasing bacon-wrapped hot dogs are just what your potluck/picnic/weeknight dinner has been missing.


    Portobello Gnocchi Salad

    2 Reviews

    Pan sauteing the gnocchi eliminates the need to boil them, while creating a wonderful tasty crispy coating on them. The...


    Bacon Deviled Eggs

    13 Reviews

    These bacon deviled eggs are the perfect potluck or barbecue party snack when you need an easy, crowd-pleasing appetizer for...


    Salmon Sliders

    2 Reviews

    The fresh flavors of the salmon and herbs are just unbeatable. I serve these as full-size burgers on kaiser rolls,...


    Key Lime Bars

    17 Reviews

    These refreshing Key lime bars have the perfect balance of sweet-tart flavors. Offer them up as handheld treats for a...


    Fresh Peach Lemonade

    8 Reviews

    Put a fruity twist on lemonade with our peach lemonade recipe. Juicy peaches add summer sweetness to a pitcher of...

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    Crab-Stuffed Avocado

    9 Reviews

    A crab-stuffed avocado recipe blends savory and spicy seafood with the creamy luxury of avocado. Broiled and topped with melted...


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    Watermelon and Spinach Salad

    15 Reviews

    Summer's the perfect time to toss up this watermelon salad. You'd never expect it, but spinach is awesome here. Eat...


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    Ham and Cheese Sliders

    121 Reviews

    Ham and cheese sliders are the ultimate make-ahead dish for lunch, dinner or a party snack.


    Cucumber and Red Onion Salad

    16 Reviews

    If you need to quickly make a dish for a potluck or gathering, you can make this cucumber and red...


    Chicken Caesar Pitas

    1 Reviews

    These chicken Caesar pitas are a quick, wholesome meal featuring juicy grilled chicken, brown rice, crisp romaine and Caesar dressing...


    Monster Cookies

    28 Reviews

    Who can resist gigantic monster cookies chock-full of goodies like chocolate chips, M&M's and peanut butter? If your appetite isn't...


    Lunch Box Chicken Wrap

    This lunchbox-friendly wrap is a tasty way to use leftover chicken and get kids to eat more veggies. Using colorful,...


    Parmesan Ranch Popcorn

    5 Reviews

    Whether you need a quick gift idea or yummy munchies for movie night, we've got you covered with this cheesy...


    Coleslaw with Poppy Seed Dressing

    3 Reviews

    Coleslaw with poppy seed dressing is a bright, crisp, colorful slaw perfect for barbecues and potlucks. We toss red and...

    Tzatziki Potato Salad

    2 Reviews

    My son has an egg allergy, so this potato salad is perfect for him. For extra color, add radish, apple...


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    Strawberry-Rhubarb Pie

    10 Reviews

    Strawberry-rhubarb pie is the best way to celebrate the coveted summer season of fresh strawberries and rhubarb.


    Brownie Batter Dip

    13 Reviews

    Our brownie batter dip gives you all the flavor and none of the bake time of true brownies. It's perfect...


    Picnic Coleslaw

    4 Reviews

    I usually prepare this distinctive, colorful coleslaw for picnics, block parties and potlucks. No matter where I take this tasty...


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    Sweet Potato Pie

    74 Reviews

    Sweet potato pie is a southern classic dessert that is popular both at the holiday table and any time you...


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    Apple Slab Pie

    4 Reviews

    This sprawling, sheet pan-sized apple slab pie will surely be a crowd-pleaser. Thinner than a pie, it's like nibbling a...

    Ham Balls

    12 Reviews

    Don't worry if you've never heard of ham balls. They're well known in the Midwest for their unique sweet-tangy flavor,...


    Overnight Salad

    2 Reviews

    A co-worker shared this recipe with me several years ago. It's never failed to be a hit when I serve...


    Golden Glow Salad

    2 Reviews

    "MY SISTER and I loved this salad because we thought it tasted like a dessert. We ate a lot of...


    Pineapple Coleslaw

    9 Reviews

    It’s rich. It’s juicy. It’s sweet. Pineapple coleslaw is the tropical twist that has been missing from picnics and backyard...


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    Blueberry Tart

    14 Reviews

    This simple blueberry tart showcases the best of peak-season fresh fruit. It’s so good you can serve it alone, but...


    Dill Dip

    10 Reviews

    It's not a party without dip, and this dill dip recipe is the perfect centerpiece for a crudités board, crackers...