Venture into the great outdoors, spread a blanket, and arrange a marvelous feast—it's a snap with Picnics. Especially with the arrival of warm weather, picnicking is a great way to take advantage of clear skies. Just find the perfect spot for your fresh-air repast, and Barbara Scott-Goodman will take care of the menu. Snacking before a concert in the park? Tempt your palate with Smoked Salmon Caper Spread, Tomato, and Dill Sandwiches. Tailgating before the big game? Serve hearty Marinated Steak and Roasted Red Onion Sandwiches. Planning a day at the lake with the neighborhood kids? Knock their socks off with Perfect Picnic Brownies. Whatever the outdoor occasion, the 30 wonderful recipes in Picnics, from appetizers through dessert, will make it a splash.
Barbara Scott-Goodman is the author, co-author, and designer of 14 cookbooks, including The Beach House Cookbook, The Vineyard Cookbook, The Ski Country Cookbook, and The Diabetes Menu Cookbook, a 2007 James Beard Award nominee. Her recipes have appeared in other cookbooks: Bon Appetit: Fast, Easy, Fresh, Soup's On, Smith & Hawken Gardeners' Community Cookbook, and The New York Cookbook and in Bon Appetit, Coastal Living, and Martha Stewart Everyday Food magazines.
