If your potluck ends up being on a rainy chilly day (ie: you'd rather be curled up with a book than anywhere near the out of doors), consider a healthy casserole that will warm everyone up. This recipe features chicken, veggies, and plenty of cheese.

You will always have something to eat (and share) when you bust out this recipe which calls for all pantry staples (spaghetti, olive oil, garlic, anchovy, red pepper, and whatever herbs you have).

Dip is the easy potluck snack. Whip up this spicy one and load up the plate with veggies, chips, crackers, or whatever you like to dunk. 

Bringing chips and guac to the party always ensures your popularity. Yet even that doesn't compare to how people will treat you when you show up with guacamole chock-full of bacon.

This snack is cost effective, since two cucumbers will get you almost 30 of these tasty treats. 

Whether you're having sandwiches, tacos, or you're just digging in with a fork, every meat lover at your get-together will love this beef brisket recipe.

A combo of lime juice, garlic, salt and spices turns plain shrimp into something that you will not want to miss. Pair that with your favorite peppers and you have a dinner you'll want to make over and over again. 

You can just grab one head of lettuce at the grocery store and you'll have enough wraps to feed your whole potluck! Leave out the cheese and walnuts if you prefer plain chicken salad, but we'd recommend at least trying them out ;). 

Among their many upsides, slow cookers are also great for making our favorite dish: mac and cheese. It's easy, it's tasty, and you'll have a *ton* of macaroni and cheese when you're done. Who wouldn't want that?

Homemade salsa always tastes so much better than the stuff you get off the shelves. This simple and colorful mango salsa is sure to be a hit come Taco Tuesday. 

Gluten-free guests will be elated when they see there's something at the potluck they can actually eat. The toppings are so delicious that even if you're not gluten-free, you'll love how all of the flavors come together. 

It's a lot easier to load up on green veggies when they're paired with crispy bacon and a creamy sauce. Don't skimp on the red onions — they liven up the whole dish. 

Corn on the cob is a barbecue staple, but it's even better than usual when smothered in mayo, crema, cotija cheese, chili powder, and a spritz of lime juice.

If you can't get enough of this Mexican dish, try it in pasta form! It still has all the delicious ingredients found in original dish, just with pasta added in. Considering we'll eat nearly anything if there are noodles involved, that sounds good to us! 

Guests will appreciate this healthy offering at the next potluck. This salad recipe features plenty of veggies, fruit, and whole grains.

Pack your pasta salad with savory ingredients like olives, feta cheese, salami, and sun-dried tomatoes. Toss with kale and chopped cucumber for a hit of freshness. 

Cater to vegetarians by serving a hearty rice salad, made with plenty of veggies for fiber and nuts and edamame for protein.

The IP makes cooking big-batch recipes lickety-split. Steam the potatoes in record time, then add in all your favorite toppings to make an epic dish. 

Shake up your usual pasta salad routine by swapping macaroni for spaghetti. Fresh tomatoes, capers, and bocconcini (tiny balls of mozzarella) round out the dish.

This is the perfect large group appetizer, especially if that group is comprised of all your gal pals.

Stack rings of watermelon and cantelope, then fill with a sweet yogurt, whipped cream filling.

While these little spuds might take a bit longer than most on this list, they are totally worth it. Both you and your guests will be happy you took the extra time.

Make this hummus as a side dish or an app, and then bring along everything you could possibly want to dip: crackers, carrots, peppers, celery. The sky's the limit!

Iced tea is a summer staple as far as we're concerned, and this raspberry iced tea is going to make even the most dedicated soda fan want a glass.

This recipe is no-churn and only takes five minutes to make, which means it's the perfect recipe for when you're crunched for time. Frozen strawberries and pineapple will give it that ice cream consistency!

Pinwheels are some of the best finger foods because they're great for people who love every kind of food, and they generally contain ingredients that appeal to picky eaters. Plus, they're very affordable to make. 

Soft pretzels and cheese dip are a classic combo for movie nights and potlucks alike. But the real star of the show is the mustard cheese dip, which features cheddar, dijon mustard, and cayenne pepper.

We're not huge fans of spicy food, but jalapeño poppers are one of our favorite apps. The cheese evens out the spice from the pepper. Plus, this version has BACON.

This salad might have "spring" in the title, but don't be fooled: the ingredients will still taste amazing in the summer. 

What we love about serving rare, grilled flank steak at a party is that it's finger-lickin'-good hot or cold. Serve with lettuce leaves and marinated cucumbers so guests can make their own wraps. 

Balance out all those salads by serving a tray of ooey, gooey croissant sliders. Stuff them with ham and cheese, then brush with butter, top with poppy seeds, and bake until warm. 

These little sliders are a cinch to make. The secret (and time-saving) ingredient? Rotisserie chicken!

Even inexpensive steak gets tenderized and flavorful thanks to a zippy Montreal steak seasoning blend made with red wine vinegar.

Blueberry hand pies are sturdy enough to remain intact even after a ride in the car. Use canned blueberry pie filling and store-bought pie crust if you're really pressed for time. 

Embrace the flavors of summer with a crustless strawberry pie that puts the fruit front and center.

Even if you don't keep M&Ms and Oreos in your pantry, you can easily sub them out with your favorite candy bars for an equally scrumptious dessert. While you're picking up the candy, buy a box of cookie mix if you're really crunched on time. We won't tell. 

Feed dessert to a crowd without even turning on your oven with this recipe for fluffy, mousse-like, no-bake Nutella pie.

Melted peanut butter over apples is a tasty but healthy snack or dessert. Add cacao nibs and chopped nuts, and you're good to go. Feel free to swap for seed butter if you can't have nuts!

Make these Mexican pinwheels up to a full day in advance, or put them together right before you get to the party. Accommodating vegetarians has never been so easy.

Swap your potato chips for these crisps made out of shredded cheese. The jalapeños in the center add an extra kick, but you can remove the seeds to take some of the spice out! 

Whip up a bunch of these babies before your BBQ, and just bring all your favorite hot dog toppings in various Tupperware. Assemble, dig in, repeat.

Creamy coleslaw's tastier than ever when it gets a fiery kick from Buffalo sauce.