Holidays & Events

It’s time to celebrate! Get inspired to go above-and-beyond with our special recipes for holidays and events that take you from appetizers to dessert.

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    New York-Style Pizza

    This New York-style pizza recipe makes a no-nonsense pie. Since the crust is pliable enough to fold, cut the pizza into larger pieces if you want to eat your slices in the traditional New York way. Who says pizza isn't portable? —Mariam Ishaq, Buffalo, New York

    Deluxe Deep-Dish Pizza

    You don't have to be in Chicago to get delicious deep-dish flavor. My recipe makes it easy, using frozen bread...


    Lemon and Rosemary Chicken

    16 reviews

    This baked rosemary chicken with a tangy lemon sauce is my husband's favorite, and my sister always wants it for...


    Brownie Affogato Sundaes

    We can’t resist brownie sundaes. I combined an affogato (coffee-based beverage) idea with a brownie to get this decadent sundae...


    Cheesy Beef Spirals

    13 reviews

    "My mom shared this easy-to-assemble casserole years ago," recalls Brenda Marschall of Poplar Bluff, Missouri. "It's very good with garlic...

    Toasted Hazelnut and Chocolate Ice Cream

    1 review

    The flavors in this ice cream take me back to European vacations I've enjoyed in the past. I am a...


    Pancetta and Mushroom-Stuffed Chicken Breast

    2 reviews

    I was inspired by a stuffed chicken Marsala dish I had at a restaurant and wanted to come up with...

    Easy Breve

    If you prefer a creamier cappuccino, try a breve. The half-and-half cream creates a thick, rich foam that stands up...


    Easy Cappuccino

    Traditionally, a cappuccino is one part espresso mixed with one part steamed milk, then topped with one part foamed milk....


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    Monterey Jack Meatballs

    My family loves pizza and could eat it every day. With a surprise cheese center, these saucy meatballs capture that...


    Creamy Lasagna Casserole

    23 reviews

    Satisfy your gang with this casserole sent in by Shelly Korell. The Eaton, Colorado reader whips up a rich combination...

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    Seafood-Stuffed Shells

    These stuffed shells are really good, and we have them often. Even if you don’t like fish, you’ll love this...


    Spumoni Torte

    2 reviews

    I made up this recipe to end a big Italian Christmas Eve dinner. I thought it would be nice and...


    Stuffed Manicotti

    1 review

    This recipe is so special I serve it to company. It is so easy to make too.—Cookie Curci-Wright, San Jose,...


    Full Garden Frittata

    I was cooking for a health-conscious friend and wanted to serve a frittata. To brighten it up, I added leftover...


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    Homemade Makeover Italian Cream Cake

    Toasted pecans and coconut take this moist cake from good to great, but it’s the cream cheese frosting that makes...

    Italian Triple Lemon Cream Cake

    4 reviews

    Refreshing and impressive, this show-stopping cake is perfect for Easter, a summer party or even Christmas dinner. In case you...


    Rich Baked Spaghetti

    7 reviews

    It takes a little longer to make baked spaghetti, but the difference in taste, texture and richness is well worth...


    Homemade Croutons

    6 reviews

    You can change up these basic homemade croutons recipe by substituting your favorite herbs and spices. —Taste of Home Test...


    Seafood Pasta Alfredo

    3 reviews

    “My husband loves seafood, and I created this recipe one night with a little of this and a little of...


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    Snappy Garlic Bread

    A garlic lover’s dream, this zesty loaf is perfect with pizza. Plus, it’s a snap to put together at the...


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    Pizza Mac & Cheese

    What do you get when you combine macaroni and cheese with pizza fixings? This hearty family-pleasing casserole! It's easy and...


    Lobster alla Diavola

    I’ve cooked lobster alla diavola (devil’s style) since I was first married. We serve lobster at family celebrations, usually with...


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    Cheese & Sausage Stuffed Shells

    I like to make this meal for special occasions, and everyone who has tried these stuffed shells has left satisfied....


    Sicilian Chopped Salad

    2 reviews

    Loaded with fabulous flavor, this hearty salad comes together in no time. Chop the tomatoes and celery and cube the...

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    Eggnog Tiramisu Trifle

    Rich and absolutely fabulous—my family's five-star dessert is simply an opulent presentation that is almost too good to eat. You'll...


    Baked Spaghetti Potluck Casserole

    24 reviews

    This is a wonderful casserole for a potluck. Wherever I take it, people enjoy it…especially men. I use whatever cheese...


    Delightful Devil’s Food Cake

    There's more than chocolate in this luscious layer cake. The creamy ricotta cheese frosting is flavored with orange juice, mini...


    Italian Muffuletta

    5 reviews

    I first made this hearty sandwich for my husband, friends and family who were helping to build our deck. It...


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    Family-Favorite Pasta Sauce

    28 reviews

    This hearty Italian-style meat sauce has a sweetness that I really love. It’s the recipe I use for spaghetti, lasagna...


    Pepperoni Casserole

    19 reviews

    Pizza taste without the takeout? Believe it! With great pepperoni flavor, this recipe will give the whole family an easy...