We’re going to a picnic tomorrow, and one of the things we have to do is bring a “dish to pass.” Since it’s summer and I know we’ll be having burgers and brats, I wanted a starch to go along with the rest of our meal, but also something that would be substantial in and of itself. When I need a recipe like that, I usually pick a pasta salad.

While I normally don’t like creamy, cold pasta salads, this one from Betty Crocker is delish! It doesn’t have that heavy mayo taste, and also isn’t drenched in …read more

If you’re looking for a refreshing–and festive–beverage for your summer holiday picnic, this watermelon lemonade recipe, courtesy of the National Watermelon Promotion Board, fits the bill. Add a little rum, vodka, or gin to make it an adult beverage.
Watermelon Raspberry Lemonade6 cups watermelon cubes (seeds removed)
¼ cup raspberries
1 cup water
1/3 cup sugar
½ cup lemon juice
Place watermelon, raspberries and water in container of electric blender, cover and blend until smooth. Strain through fine mesh strainer into pitcher. Stir in sugar and lemon juice until sugar dissolves. Refrigerate until chilled, about 1 hour. Makes 4 servings.
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