Ever feel overwhelmed with what to bring to a potluck or summer picnic? Whether you’re heading to a park gathering or a crowded family reunion, choosing the right dish can feel weirdly high-stakes, especially when you want something portable, crowd-pleasing, and easy to make ahead. We’ve got you! We’re sharing all our tips and inspiration to ensure that your dish is the one people can’t stop talking about—the one that’s gone before you can even grab a plate!By the end of this episode, you’ll learn how to make:Two easy sides that you can prepare in individual portionsNo-fuss desserts like a creamy no-bake blueberry cheesecake and a citrusy creamsicle pieHow to make presentation, prep, and adaptability easier so your dish stands out and survives the buffet tableHit play now and walk into your next gathering with a dish that looks great, travels well, and was easy to make!LinksSides: Corniest corn muffins from Smitten KitchenMini pimento cheese ballsSalads:Sonya’s rainbow salad recipe from her SubstackJulia Turshen’s zucchini, red onion and pistachio salad with a preserved lemon vinaigrette Mains:The famous grinder TikTok sandwich with the salad part + how to assemble the sandwiches from the Country Cook, and a fully vegetarian version from I Heart VegetablesSlow cooker beef sliders from The Defined Dish, and a similar take on slow cooker beef with a Mississippi roast by Jenn Crippen for All RecipesCreamy vegetable casserole, aka Midwest vegetable casserole Foil packs of carnitas from Serious Eats for griddled tacos DessertsA slightly gussied-up version of a no-bake blueberry cheesecake from Natasha’s Kitchen, and an easy classic no-bake blueberry cheesecake made with whipped topping from All Recipes No-bake orange creamsicle pie made with orange marmalade from Every Day Pie, and a no-bake creamsicle pie with shortbread crust

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