Make sandwich ahead, then loaf
When it comes to planning a family picnic, avoid buying expensive, pre-packed picnic kits — make your own, says Annie Bell, author of "The Camping Cookbook: 95 Inspirational Recipes — From Hearty Brunches to Campfire Suppers."
The key to a successful picnic is planning ahead, Bell says.
That means making a checklist that includes essential materials like silverware, lightweight plates and a fleece blanket. Insulated lunch bags are also great for keeping foods cool or warm.
"Get everything perhaps colder than you think you need it," says Bell. Don't let warm weather ruin the meal.
For the feast, salads, sweets and finger foods, such as chicken wings and sausages, are quick and simple enough to prepare and store.
"Everything has to be very speedy and practical," Bell says.
One of her favorite picnic recipes is a variation on pan-bagnat, a sandwich featuring roasted tomatoes and sourdough, but any dish combining tomatoes and bread is a winner, she says. Her version calls for sardines, but for the kids, sub canned tuna for a twist on the lunchtime classic.
Tomato and Tuna Pan-Bagnat
Makes 4-6 servings
1 olive sourdough loaf
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Slow-roasted tomatoes, see recipe below
1 ounce arugula
1 to 2 cans tuna in oil
1. Slice off the top third of the loaf to create a lid; pull out some of the insides from both pieces, leaving 1/2-inch-thick shell. Drizzle oil over cut surfaces, spreading evenly.
2. Spoon two-thirds of the tomatoes into the base; lay half of the arugula on top. Spread with tuna; add remaining arugula. Spoon remaining tomatoes into lid; carefully place lid onto base.
3. Wrap loaf snugly in plastic wrap; place in a baking dish. Place another lightweight dish on top of the sandwich. You want the loaf to be firm enough to slice without squashing it. Chill, 2 hours; bring to room temperature to eat. Slice into 4-6 individual servings.
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For the feast, salads, sweets and finger foods, such as chicken wings and sausages, are quick and simple enough to prepare and store. "Everything has to be very speedy and practical," Bell says. One of her favorite picnic recipes is a variation on
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Fingerling Potatoes – totally finger food friendly!
Several nights ago I roasted up some fingerling potatoes and thought what a great finger food these would make for babies and toddlers. The perfect size, with minimal prep work, simply wash & scrub then season and roast!
Mix some applesauce or pears or even sweet potatoes with some whole milk yogurt and VOILA, healthy dipping sauce for extra yum!
Ingredients
1 16oz bag of fingerling potatoes (these were yellow/yukon) Transfer to the baking dish then bake for approx. 20-25 minutes
These potatoes will turn out a bit moist (unless you bake them for a really long time) and should be totally gum-able for little ones. Please do be sure to watch your baby so that no choking hazards will occur. Your little muncher should be able to handle the skins and will likely just manage to gum out the “meat” of the potatoes.
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