This dip brings the best of many flavors together: creamy, garlicky, ranch-y, and spicy.
Don’t forget to pack lots of chips, crackers, and veggie sticks.
Ham Salad
Salads look a lot different in the South, and we love every flavorful variation.
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Especially ones that are creamy and great for dunking all of your favorite snacks.
Bake a batch of these treats that star the fun and colorful Fruity Pebbles cereal.
This recipe is always a hit with guests of all ages.
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Muhammara
Easy to prepare ahead of time and pack for the pool.
Muhammara is a roasted red pepper-and-walnut spread.
This vibrant colored dip (where it gets its name) is light, delicious.
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and perfect for something extra flavorful.
Swiss cheese, ham, and pepper Jelly are sandwiches between two buttery crackers.
These make a great alternative to sandwiches for grabbing and enjoying.
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Be sure to load up on lots of potato chips.
This five-star recipe gives cheddar cheese crackers an extra dose of flavor from the ranch seasoning packet.
They’re perfect for mid-day munching or pre-lunch snacking.
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bacon, and tomatoes.
Vanilla Cookies
Even on the hottest days, there is room for a little something sweet.
They’re easy to make, a cinch to pack, and the perfect something sweet.
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Bring plenty to feed a crowd, like.
Peanut Butter Cornflake Cookies
Sweet snacks are a requirement for a good day by the pool.
Made with just four ingredients, these no-bake cookies are easy to make and always a treat.
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Tomato Sandwich
No one will complain when you break out the tomato sandwiches.
This lemon poppy side recipe is delicious and won’t take a lot of time.
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