So You Have Been Invited to a Cookout

This creamy, delicious pasta salad makes a great addition to any cookout of potluck gathering. If you are not a fan of pancetta, feel free to use bacon instead.

Growing up, hash brown casseroles always made it to every family party, cookout, or potluck. However, not all hash brown casseroles are created equally. For some reason, my great aunt always made the best I've ever tried. After years of asking, she finally relented and revealed her secret ingredient. It was nutmeg, and now I'm sharing her recipe for all of you to try. This is truly a quick and easy classic dish to take to any get-together. Enjoy!

This recipe combines the pistachio fluff or what is sometimes referred to the Watergate salad, with cookies. Not only is this dessert a delicious treat, but easy to make and transport to any cookout, party, or potluck.

Tarragon is a bright, delicious herb that really works well with most foods. It contains a mild licorice flavor that enhances but does not overpower the dish it is added to. This is the case with this creamy potato salad. Adjust the amount of tarragon in this recipe to suit your tastes. Try this potato salad at your next cookout. It works especially well with grilled chicken, fish, and pork.

Marshmallow treats are one of the easiest desserts to prepare and transport to a barbecue or potluck. This recipe calls for chili chocolate, but you can certainly use semi-sweet chocolate if you'd prefer. Give this delicious dessert a try at your next get together.