Perfect summer picnic spreads with Creamline
Summer is in full swing (even if the weather isn’t!), and there’s no better way to enjoy the season than with a delightful picnic. At Creamline, we’re passionate about using the freshest seasonal products, straight from local producers.
To help you make the most of summer, we’ve put together some of our favourite summer recipes, featuring ingredients available right here on our website. Get ready to make the most of time with your friends and family with these delicious and easy-to-make picnic spreads!
Fresh and zesty tomato basil bruschetta
Ingredients:
Directions:
- Dice the fresh vine tomatoes and place them in a bowl.
- Finely chop the basil leaves and add them to the tomatoes.
- Mince a clove of garlic and mix it in with the tomatoes and basil.
- Drizzle olive oil over the mixture and season with sea salt.
- Slice the sourdough bread and toast it lightly.
- Spoon the tomato mixture onto the toasted bread just before serving.
Creamy cucumber and dill sandwiches
Ingredients:
- Cucumbers
- Longley Farm cottage cheese
- Fresh dill
- Sliced bloomer bread
- Sea salt and black pepper
Directions:
- Thinly slice the cucumbers and set them aside.
- In a bowl, mix Longley Farm cottage cheese with chopped fresh dill, sea salt, and black pepper.
- Spread the cottage cheese mixture onto slices of whole wheat bread.
- Layer the cucumber slices on top of the cottage cheese and top with another slice of bread.
- Cut into small squares for easy serving.
Classic ham and cheese platter
Ingredients:
Directions:
- Arrange slices of farmhouse ham and mature cheddar cheese on a serving platter.
- Add a handful of mixed salad leaves and cherry tomatoes to the platter for freshness and colour.
- Slice the crusty bread and serve alongside the platter.
Enjoy the perfect picnic with Creamline
With these delicious recipes and local ingredients, you’re all set for a perfect summer picnic. Whether you’re lounging in the garden, heading to the park, enjoying a day at the beach (or sheltering from the rain!), these easy and tasty spreads will make your outing extra special.
Visit our Best of Local and Daily Essentials pages today to shop all these ingredients and more. Happy picnicking!
