Picnic Food - Monday Munchies

As the warm spring weather begs me to be outside from sun-up to sun-down, I figured it would be fitting to do a post on picnics.  We have no restrictions for picnic times in my family! We've been known to walk our breakfast to the park, take our lunch out on a boat or a hike and pack a gourmet dinner just for walking over to the playground. There's just something about eating outside in the fresh air. Give some of these ideas a try...

We can all benefit from some good picnic packing tips...leave it to Martha! 

Antipasti Salad from Food Network

To drink?  Use what's in season and make Rhubarb Lemonade, recipe courtesy of Country Living

Southwestern Layered Salad from The Culinary Enthusiast...in a Ball Jar, no less!

Mozzarella and Prosciutto Sandwiches from Bon Appetite

Cheddar Sandwiches with Quick Pickles and Honey-Mustard Spread from (who else?) Martha

And for dessert?  Cheesecake in a Jar with fresh fruit, from My Baking Addiction.  Holy moly!

If you are in a pinch for more quick ideas, this NY Times article 101 20-Minute Dishes for Inspired Picnics is fantastic!

Whatever you decide to bring on your picnic, remember to think "safety".  Dr. Angela Fraser offers a good one-page overview of things to consider.   After all, we want our picnic memories to be good ones, right?!?!  Have fun!