But if it's raining or cold or (heaven forbid!) snowing, just have your picnic on the family room floor. Spread out a big soft blanket and use picnic plates and utensils. Put some flowers in the center of the blanket to 'mimic' the park. You'll have a blast!
These recipes are all easy to make, can be made ahead of time, and are perfect for eating with your plate in your lap. Make sure to read How to Pack a Picnic Basket so everything is safe and secure. Have a wonderful Mother's Day!
Mother's Day Picnic in the Park Menu
- Gingered Lemonade
Slices of fresh ginger root add wonderful flavor and zing to homemade lemonade. Make sure this beverage is well chilled. Serve it with a curly straw! - In a Hurry Potato Salad
This delicious recipe uses My Mother's Potato Salad dressing with prepared hash brown potatoes so you don't have to peel and cube whole potatoes. It's delicious and easy too. - Melon Salad
Melons are really at their best right now, so use them in this simple and fresh salad. I like to garnish the salad with sprigs of mint to give a hint of the flavor. - Baked Fried Chicken
This delicious recipe, from my first cookbook, is fun and easy to make. If you're 'picnicking' at home, serve it hot from the oven. Otherwise, chill the chicken in the fridge and serve it cold. - Peanut Butter Marshmallow Treats
What mom (and kid) wouldn't love this treat at a picnic? Adding peanut butter to the classic Marshmallow Treat recipe just makes it better.
