Picnic season kicks off in less than three weeks. Back in the day, the picnic menu was pretty basic. It was hamburgers, hotdogs, potato salad, baked beans and don't forget the watermelon. Now we have ...

Story by Karen Miltner, first published May 31, 2011: Usually I mark the beginning of May by packing away the wool coats and sweaters, the boots and other winterwear and refilling the closet and ...

I can no more remember the first time I tasted a three-bean salad than I can remember the first time I breathed. It’s always been there, at every picnic, every cookout of my life, as unchanging as the ...

Soak the beans or peas in enough cold water to cover in a large bowl 2-8 hours. Drain; rinse well under cold water. Place in a Dutch oven; add water just to cover. Heat to a boil; reduce heat to low.

In certain parts of the country, a good three-bean salad is almost always the anchor to a potluck or picnic, the kinds of gatherings where sturdy, crowd-pleasing, portable — and frankly inexpensive — ...

Cut up & fry bacon and drain on paper towel. Fry ground beef and drain. Set aside. Chop onion and sauté in butter. In a medium bowl fried bacon, fried hamburger & onions. In a separate large bowl, ...

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Doug's Party Beans are perfect for a Labor Day picnic. (Alicia Ross/Kitchen Scoop) I have been enjoying this party-size bean recipe for almost 20 years. My friend Doug Funk has given me the recipe ...

Summer is in full swing, stock up on items for the beach and picnic area. Find great outdoor gear at L.L. Bean. Discover deals on tote bags, beach towels, beach umbrellas and backpack beach chairs.

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