Sour Cherry Sorbet
My mother-in-law has a sour cherry tree in her yard that yields many quarts of cherries each June, and this...
Oven-Fried Picnic Chicken
My great-grandson Austin eats only chicken, so it appears on the menu at every family gathering. This version, which marinates...
Braised Dill Potatoes
Dill, chicken broth and a few other simple ingredients create a side dish your family will love. The braised potatoes...
Blueberry Crumb Bars
Think of this as a blueberry crisp turned into a hand-held treat. Oats and fresh blueberries combine for a sweet,...
Barbecue Green Bean Bake
This recipe was given to me at a Bible study picnic by a dear lady who loved to make up...
Fast Light Lemon Mousse
This smooth and refreshing dessert is popular at summer cookouts, but it makes a delicious light finish to hearty winter...
Curry Butter
You’ll love the earthy flavor curry lends to corn, but this butter is great with any veggie, potatoes included. —Elke...
Blackberry Frozen Yogurt
You could also use boysenberries, raspberries or strawberries for this delicious dessert. — Rebecca Baird, Salt Lake City, Utah
Chocolate-Coconut Layer Bars
I’m a huge fan of Nanaimo bars, the no-bake layered dessert named for the city in British Columbia. For fun,...
Walnut Dessert Sauce
"We have two walnut trees in our front yard, so I always have plenty of nuts for this sweet sauce,"...
Berry Berry Lemonade
We serve this refreshing tea daily on our U-pick organic blueberry farm and get rave reviews and requests for the...
Cantaloupe Sorbet
"This sorbet was used as a refreshing summer dessert after a hearty meal. Everyone loved it as a palate-cleansing finale...
Layered Lemon Pies
My sister shared this recipe with me and it is simply delicious. The secret to the great flavor is using...
Kielbasa Pasta Salad
"The sausage adds wonderful flavor and heartiness to this main-dish salad," relates Jean Dantinne from Chehalis, Washington. "But the real...
Poppy Seed Slaw
This colorful side can be put together in minutes for a tasty accompaniment to any backyard barbecue. —Mary McRae, Coldwater,...
Toasty Deli Hoagie
This deluxe sub sandwich is stacked with yummy ingredients, then broiled, so it’s perfect for a backyard picnic. For an...
Quick Blackberry Dumplings
Treat your whole family to this old-fashioned favorite from Liecha Collins of Oneonta, New York. "This dessert is suitable for...
Easy Pasta Salad for a Crowd
Spinach, peppers and onions mingle with tangy feta cheese in this simple pasta salad. Feel free to make it ahead...
Honey Barbecued Spareribs
"BASTING with the honey-and-oil glaze seals in the goodness of these delicious ribs as they bake to a golden brown....
Microwave Pickles
You can enjoy a small batch of these sweet crunchy pickles anytime without the work of traditional canning methods. They're...
Chocolate Cherry Layer Cake
This luscious cake is really versatile for all-year fun. I've changed the design on top to a heart for Valentine's,...
Peanut Butter Cheesecake Ice Cream
Want something cool and refreshing after your holiday feast? Serve generous slices of a rich, frosty dessert featuring peanuts, cookies...
Peanut Butter Apple Dip
Kim Marie Van Rheenen of Mendota, Illinois reports, "At our family gatherings, I'm 'required' to serve this creamy dip -...
Cherry-Berry Peach Pie
I had an overabundant supply of cherries one year, so I adapted several recipes to use them up. I knew...
Picnic Coleslaw
I usually prepare this distinctive, colorful coleslaw for picnics, block parties and potlucks. No matter where I take this tasty...
Macadamia-Coffee Bean Cookies
Nearly anyone who loves coffee will perk up for this java-infused cookie. What hot beverage would you pair these treats...
Radish Potato Salad
This potato salad is well coated with a creamy dill dressing. This summery salad, made with radish slices and chopped...
Frosted Peanut Butter Bars
These sweet, chewy peanut butter bars are a great no-fuss treat to bring to a potluck or bake sale. A...
Raisin Coleslaw
Using purchased shredded cabbage cuts prep time for this salad. If you don't care for raisins, chop up some dried...