Summer means outdoor parties and this mini cookbook book from Good Housekeeping shows you how to put together a festive gathering in style—whether you're providing the entire meal or just bringing one unforgettable item to a potluck picnic.

These 17 irresistible recipes are ideal for outdoor and backyard get-togethers—they're easy to transport and fun to share. Come Fourth of July, for instance, you can't go wrong serving Creamy Potato Salad or a platter of Mini Burgers with a trio of flavored mayos. Or for a summer picnic on the lawn, serve Bruschetta with Tomatoes and Basil or, Chicken Salad with Maple Vinaigrette, and supplement the meal with a cheese selection or olives. Each recipe—triple-tested in the famed Good Housekeeping Test Kitchens—offers advice on how best to carry your delicious dish to its destination.

This invaluable collection will heat up your summer celebrations!