Picnics

A tangy and creamy dessert that gets a bit of an edge from rum and piles of whipped cream on top. A graham cracker crust never hurt, either.

Quick to whip up, especially if you have leftover farro and squash, this salad bowl combines all the flavors you crave.

A high-protein, low-carb cheese cracker the tastes divine, even if you're not worried about all that stuff. Dip 'em, dunk 'em, devour 'em.

If you took all the best summer veggies, chopped 'em up and dressed them in a liltingly sweet and tangy dressing, you'd end up with this stunning salad.

A tasty potato salad that's a Southern take on a German classic. Passed through generations of the same family until perfect.

Roast chicken for Sunday lunch is a tradition in many cultures. This Mexican version is gently spiced and makes a terrific meal. Pass the chips!

Tomato pie is a summer staple that combines tart and peppery flavors to fantastic effect, especially when combined with a cream cheese crust.

A pie for a gathering--or for serious blueberry pie lovers. A large scale stunner, this pie will earn you dessert-winner status.

The utterly French taste and sumptuousness of these fancy bébés will make every day feel like you're walking along the Seine wearing a beret.

Pretty much exactly what you think of as quintessential potato salad—potatoes, eggs, relish, mayo, celery. Who needs bells and whistles when you have perfection?

Like a pie in bar form, with a crisp crust and a soft, lemony, blueberry-filled center. These bars are a big hit at summer barbecues when you're in the mood to share.

Watermelon might be a surprising twist, but a welcome one. Our testers loved the cool, sweet, and savory combination. We think you will too.

Andrew Janjigian, a wonder of the bread world, walks you through the best way to make a pizza on your grill. Start simple with a classic summer tomato pie.

Served warm and without mayo, you might not recognize this as your standby potato salad but let us implore you—just try it. It's divine.

Much less work than making bagels but just as delicious when slathered and schmeared with butter or cream cheese—or any soft cheese, really. And it's perfect for toasting.

Chock full of vegetables and healthy protein, orzo salad will save your work lunches, on-the-go dinners, and leisurely brunches by the pool.

Like no other potato salad you've ever eaten. Not even in the same league. Created by Nik Sharma, who knows a thing or two about flavor.

Give your smoker something to look forward to—sweet tea and bourbon are a swoon-worthy marinade for a salmon fillet. Leftovers are perfect for bagels and cream cheese.

Trust us when we tell you this cake is about as unfussy as it gets. An hour from start to finish, no tricky ingredients and a taste reminiscent of an old-school boxed cake mix.

A classic that's loved by nearly everybody. A chewy center and delicate flavor of vanilla give them an appeal beyond your everyday oatmeal biscuits. Perfect for sharing, too.