Country Living Cooking for Country Weekends

Nothing's nicer than a meal in the country. And these 109 recipes and entertaining ideas, illustrated with 65 spectacular photos, will make the repast even more delightful. Whether you want advice on a simple picnic, romantic candlelight dinner for two, setting a festive table for a holiday crowd, or preparing delicacies like Sweet Cherry Pancakes, Pecan-Crusted Chicken, Ripe Olive Spread, or Creme de Menthe Brownies, you'll find incredible ways to indulge in style. Cook up a summertime seafood supper, put together a well-stocked picnic hamper, and choose from a variety of soups, salads, and sandwiches. Plus: advice on planning the perfect picnic, great suggestions for transporting and storing food, and ideas for lighting up your nighttime banquet.