Potato salad and cole slaw are two perennial favorites, but don't forget macaroni and cheese or even a fruit salad. Maybe keep it really simple and pack lots of crispy, bite-sized veggies carrots, cauliflower, broccoli or celery. Bake a batch of family-favorite cookies or brownies for dessert. Add some rolls or a nice loaf of bread and all the makings exist for a meal fit for a king or at least the average family. Whether the plan is to pack up and head to a favorite park, plan a romantic sunset dinner or take the kids for a day at the beach, you can grab some food and have a picnic.
Most people opt for the traditional when choosing picnic fare.
This usually means either fried or barbecued chicken. Here's a recipe for barbecue that allows escape that bottled sauce syndrome. Worcestershire sauce 2 tsp. Rinse chicken pieces, pat dry and set aside. Microwave on high 2 minutes or until butter is melted.