Orzo pasta with fragrant green onions, parsley, and dill makes a wonderful side dish for any meat, chicken, or fish dish. It's delicious served hot or cold, and is perfect for...
Recipes for a picnic outdoors
These mini chicken sandwiches are inspired by the popular Buffalo wings. Small slices of chicken breast (chicken fingers) are grilled, then topped with a spicy sauce and served on...
To quickly prepare a delicious appetizer, especially when guests suddenly drop by, simply toast some baguette slices, top them with sliced roasted bell peppers (you can use store-bought canned ones)...
The secret ingredient in this pepper relish cream cheese dip is a bagel topping made with poppy seeds, sesame seeds, dried onion, and dried garlic. It's best to make your own topping rather than use...
For a beautiful and unique presentation, cut the romaine lettuce in half and grill until blackened—the best part. Top with crispy bacon and drizzle with a quick dressing...
If you've never tried the combination of watermelon and feta, this recipe is a great way to fill that void! And here's another surprise: have you ever grilled watermelon? Sugar is great...
Just 60g of deli meats is enough to prepare an appetizer for several people in the style of Spanish bread with tomatoes, when toasted slices of white bread are rubbed with tomatoes, and from them...
Ina Garten's fresh take on panzanella. Classic panzanella is made with bread, tomatoes, and vinegar, but add fresh mozzarella to the basic ingredients, and the salad takes on a whole new flavor profile.
Grilled pineapple adds a tropical, sweet flavor to classic guacamole, perfectly balancing the heat of the habanero pepper. If you prefer a milder version, don't forget...
Invigorating green tea becomes a wonderfully refreshing summer drink when you add cucumbers, fresh mint, and plenty of ice. Sweeten the tea with honey for maximum health benefits, and serve...
Pasta horns are tossed with chicken, corn, black beans, onions, and tomatoes in a creamy cilantro dressing for a delicious, filling Mexican-inspired salad. Perfect for...
This ziti pasta salad is packed with the vibrant flavors of the popular BLT combination (bacon, lettuce, and tomato), but instead of the traditional lettuce, use arugula. Its zesty note elevates the salad's flavor...
Roasted bell peppers complement olive-oil-sautéed shrimp perfectly in this hearty and delicious farfalle pasta salad, tossed in a creamy dressing with fresh parsley, celery, and...
Dress this pasta salad with green peas and ham with a creamy dressing topped with fresh mint and parsley for a perfect spring treat for Easter, just when everyone's missing...
Grilled chicken adds flavor to this pasta salad, while broccoli adds juiciness. The chicken breast can be grilled on an outdoor grill, an electric grill, or a grill pan.
Enjoy the best flavors of summer all year long with this pasta salad with corn and tomatoes in a creamy sour cream dressing with green onions. Frozen corn is always...
You can even make delicious seafood pasta on a campfire while camping, by making a small batch at home. Your secret weapon is thin capellini (angel hair) pasta, which is boiled...
25 Best Sangria Recipes
From picnics and parties to backyard barbecues and summer dinners, sangria is always a welcome addition to the table. These recipes make it easy
This light, bright, and tart salad hails from the US state of Oklahoma. It's made with one of the state's staple crops, black-eyed beans, or cowpeas. The beans are tossed in a vinaigrette...
This colorful layered salad captures all the delights of a bountiful summer harvest. Tomatoes and corn are pre-grilled, intensifying their flavor. Assemble the salad in...
Enjoy the flavor and nutrition of fresh baby corn in this summer salad with sweet tomatoes and fragrant basil in a tart vinaigrette. The corn requires no cooking. Just trim...
Make this delicious pasta salad with broccoli, green peas, ham, salami, and provolone cheese in a herby mayo dressing that's perfect for picnics and summer in general.
A large shrimp boilie is a great excuse to gather friends in the backyard, but you can also make it in a large pot on the stove at home. Large shrimp are simmered with smoked...
White pizza, unlike red, always looks more elegant, delicate, and special. It's perfect not just for a get-together at home, but even for a special occasion. Bake a pizza with sauce...
Broccolini is roasted in the oven at a high temperature until charred but still juicy and vibrant green, and served with a sweet and spicy Asian-inspired sauce. Excellent...
Red potato skins are rich in beneficial micronutrients and fiber, so there's no need to peel them for this salad. Wash them thoroughly with a brush and boil them along with the carrots.
Combine fresh and pickled cucumbers with dill and a tart vinaigrette for a refreshing salad that pairs perfectly with grilled or baked meats. Dill...
These savory North Carolina-style barbecue chicken drumsticks are cooked entirely on the stovetop. The sauce thickens as the drumsticks simmer, making this dish easy to...
This cucumber salad is the perfect side dish for grilled or barbecued meat. The cucumbers, in a sour cream dressing with fresh dill and a touch of red wine vinegar, are incredibly flavorful...
If you're preparing a German-style dinner, there's no better side dish than potato salad. While most potato salads are served chilled, this version is best eaten...
Sear juicy beef patties with garlic, green onions, and Worcestershire sauce for a burst of flavor, top with a slice of Swiss cheese for melty goodness, and assemble hearty burgers with...
All the flavors of a classic American Southern breakfast come together on this pizza. Prepare the sausage sauce ahead of time on the stovetop, and cook the pizza on an outdoor grill (or, if needed, grill it there...
This creamy, sweet Korean appetizer and side dish is traditionally served sizzling straight from the pan or cooked during a Korean barbecue dinner. It's most often prepared using...
This thick salsa goes great with more than just chips. Try it, for example, as a side dish for baked or grilled fish. The salsa doesn't require cooking and is simply blended, so...
This fondue is perfect for a backyard party or a picnic. The cheese sauce and accompaniments can be prepared either on the grill or over a campfire. Thanks to the combination of aged...
Enjoy the best of summer in one beautiful salad. The flavor of summer comes not only from fresh seasonal vegetables but also from the aroma of the grill as the chicken, bread, zucchini, and corn cook. Grill...
The simplest potato salad is a delicious combination of just four ingredients: potatoes, eggs, mayonnaise, and pickles. Everything is in place and nothing is extra! Serve the potato salad...
The classic American camping dessert, s'mores, is melting chocolate and toasted marshmallows sandwiched between two graham cracker halves. This recipe takes it to the next level: instead of the usual...
This delicious appetizer will delight you with its rich, smoky flavor, thanks to the adobo sauce, smoked paprika, and quick charcoal grilling of the whites.
Delicious jerky can be easily made at home, even if you don't have a dehydrator. Your oven will do the trick! Simply thread thin slices of jerky onto toothpicks, hang them...
Summer is the perfect time to enjoy the luxurious flavor combination of Caprese: ripe tomatoes, fragrant basil, and tender mozzarella. It's also the perfect time for grilling. This recipe combines these two...
Make a special mashed potato to go with your holiday meat by adding sweet potatoes. They'll add a touch of sweetness to the mashed potatoes, and the smoked chipotle peppers in adobo sauce will balance the sweetness perfectly with their...
Add smoked chipotle peppers to classic mashed potatoes, which add a smoky note and a touch of heat to the creamy flavor. Just one vibrant ingredient, and the side dish is...
This sangria is pink not only in color, but also in taste! The delicate floral aroma of rose is beautifully complemented by fresh raspberry and grapefruit soda. The drink is delicate, sparkling, and perfectly...
"Green Goddess" is a refreshing sour cream and mayonnaise dressing with a bouquet of aromatic fresh herbs, the flavor of which is enhanced by anchovy fillets. Try it on your next potato...
The Best S'mores Recipes
These cozy recipes include everything you love about the classic campfire treat—chocolate, graham crackers, and golden-brown marshmallows. The whole family will want them.
The caramel notes of dark rum and the sweetness of pineapple make this salsa truly unique. Pair it with any meat, especially roast pork, and you're guaranteed a tropical treat. In...
What if you don't have enough time or space to build a fire, but you're craving that smoky, melt-in-the-mouth campfire treat? A grill is the perfect solution. All you need is a flat...
This hearty bean salad is packed with all the flavors of a classic BLT sandwich (bacon, lettuce, and tomato). A homemade herb mayo dressing adds a fresh kick, while crispy bacon and croutons...
This colorful salad of two types of beans, corn, hot and sweet peppers in a tart dressing is perfect for a picnic. You can also serve it as a dip with corn chips for a...






















































