The Great American Cookout

Barbecues, picnics, camping trips, garden parties--everything tastes better and any meal is more fun when it is served outdoors. Featuring festive, illustrated menus for every occasion and hundreds of recipes in every category, this beautiful book includes foolproof grilling and barbecuing recipes and techniques, complete with rubs, sauces, and marinades; cool summer salads, slaws and side dishes; palate-pleasing appetizers, snacks and special treats; luscious desserts--and that's just the food part. Sidebars throughout include decorations, picnic and party games, ideas for entertaining, and more. Full-color photographs of mouthwatering meals offer inspiration and serving suggestions. It's the complete guide to throwing the perfect backyard family barbecue, tail-gate party, Fourth-of-July bash, oceanside clam bake--you name it!