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4/23/2014

About Today: Prep Your Basket for National Picnic Day


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Well, first things first. Today is Earth Day, a time to reflect upon and celebrate the natural wonder all around us. And what's one lovely way to do just that? With a traditional spring picnic, just in time for Wednesday's National Picnic Day. Here's what to pack when you head out for some sunshine, dining, and reclining on your local grassy knoll.

The Perfect Sandwich
Well, that headline might be a trick; there are many, many perfect sandwiches in this world, and virtually all of them are suitable for a picnic. Start with some cute cucumber tea sandwiches or a veggie-packed Greek feta wrap for satisfying, hand-held meals that won't leave you feeling too weighed down for a game of Frisbee.

Potato Salad, Please
What would a picnic be without a pint of potato salad? (Sorry for all of that alliteration; it just came naturally.) Yes, this mayo-centric dish has gotten a makeover from many of our Experts; we've got a bacon-buffalo version, a vegan edition, and way, way more!

The Sweet Stuff
A basket of fresh strawberries usually makes the perfect dessert for a picnic, but sometimes we want something a little naughtier. Like, for example, a decadent Marshmallow Brownie Sandwich Cookie or a cup of Chocolate Coconut Milk Pudding. What can we say? We've got a serious sweet tooth.
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Add a Little Romance
This wouldn't perchance be a picnic for two, would it? Because our Cooking For Two Expert has hundreds of recipes that are totally picnic-ready, such as these Chimichurri Steak Tacos with Pico de Gallo or this fresh and delicious Grapefruit and Avocado Salad. And why not pack a bottle of Champagne to set the mood?


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