How to Build a Better Picnic Basket
There's something so charming about packing a picnic lunch and setting out into a grassy park to enjoy it. Whether you're planning a picnic with your friends, your family, or your better half, these tips for building a better picnic basket will show you exactly what to bring along.
- Plan your menu using dishes that travel easily. Sandwiches, salads, fried chicken, and cold pastas are all great options.
- Just because it's a casual meal doesn't mean you shouldn't bring appetizers! Bring some hard cheeses, nuts, spreads, and crusty breads and create your own cheese platter on the fly.
- Make some easy-to-eat desserts, such as cookies, brownies, or nice chocolate that pairs well with fresh fruit.
- Do all of the prep work for the foods at home. This means chopping any fruits and veggies, slicing the cheeses, preparing the sandwiches and tossing the salad.
- Pack the foods in sturdy containers. Plasticware is always a great choice, but you might also bring along glass bowls with plastic lids, baking tins, or re-useable plastic plates that are better for the environment than throwaway versions.
- Don't forget the utensils! Bringing your own from home is a great way to cut down on your post-picnic trash.
- As for the drinks, iced tea, lemonade, and sparkling water are all great options. You can pack them in mason jars with screw-on lids or large plastic jugs.
- Keep your picnic foods cool by investing in a lightweight cooler or an insulated bag. Place the sturdiest foods or containers at the bottom, and separate your layers of food with a cutting board or tray.
- Finally, spread out a blanket to keep the grass and bugs away from your food. That's all you need for the perfect picnic lunch for you and your loved ones to enjoy!
How to Plan a Picnic [Martha Stewart]
Grab Your Woven Wood Basket Because These Recipes Are Picnic-Ready [Bon Appetit]
How To Pack The Perfect Picnic [HuffPost]
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