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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Chipped Beef Cheese Ball

5 reviews

This delicious appetizer is near and dear to our family. It is a symbol of our family's Christmas and New Year's celebrations. My mom made this cheese ball for more than 30 years. —Molly Sumner, Creve Coeur, Missouri

Cashew Cheese

1 review

Spread this vegan cashew cheese on crackers, layer it on a toasted bagel or serve it with fresh vegetables. It...


Spicy Cranberry Salsa

This beautiful holiday dish is a big hit at our house. We serve it on wheat or other crispy crackers....


Artichoke Spread with Garlic Bread

4 reviews

I've tried several different artichoke dip recipes, but this one is the absolute best! I serve it at nearly every...


Thyme and Fig Goat Cheese Spread

When I started growing herbs in my garden it took me a while to find a good way to use...

Greek Olive Tapenade

Welcome to an olive lover’s dream. Mix olives with freshly minced garlic, parsley and a few drizzles of olive oil...


Deb’s Cheese Ball

Plenty of herbs blend with four kinds of cheese for this scrumptious spread. Using reduced-fat ingredients makes it a little...

Tomato-Walnut Pesto Spread

3 reviews

Whenever I bring this popular spread to parties, I know I'm going to get recipe requests. The red, green and...


Herbed Havarti in Pastry

At holiday cocktail parties, I love surprising guests with this impressive Havarti baked inside puff pastry. The wrapped cheese is...


Goat Cheese Spread in Roasted Pepper Cups

I had a similar dish in a restaurant in Seattle, and when I returned home I just had to try...


Sweet Cheese Ball

5 reviews

You’ll need only a few items for this unique cheese ball sent in by Melissa Friend of Oakland, Maryland. Coconut...

Crab Appetizer Mold

3 reviews

This easy dish is ideal for parties. It is a true indulgence.—Kathi Mulchin, Salt Lake City, Utah


Pineapple Shrimp Spread

7 reviews

My aunt used to bring this dish to family gatherings. It brings back childhood memories for me. Today, it's my...


Smoked Trout Pate

This tasty spread is easy to make in a food processor, and it’s a guaranteed winner at any party. The...


Sweet & Savory Pineapple Cheese Ball

7 reviews

One of my favorite dishes in childhood was my mom's pineapple and green pepper cheese ball. Now I make it,...


Roasted Eggplant Spread

8 reviews

Black pepper and garlic perk up this out-of-the-ordinary spread that hits the spot on a crisp cracker or toasted bread...

Ham-Cheddar Cheese Ball

5 reviews

With the classic combo of ham and cheese, this spread is a year-round favorite at our house. For football parties,...


Appetizer Wreath

56 reviews

I have lots of fun with this festive appetizer wreath. I often place a bowl of stuffed olives in the...


Parmesan-Coated Brie

4 reviews

This is such a wonderful appetizer! Your guests will be impressed. A golden exterior gives way to warm, melty cheese,...


Baked Brie with Mushrooms

My sister craves this appetizer so much that I made a batch and carried it on the plane when I...


Ham Salad Spread

14 reviews

My family has enjoyed this hearty ham salad recipe for years. It came to be an unexpected leftover every time...


Savory Cheese Ball

3 reviews

Blue cheese contributes a pleasant, tangy bite and olive a saltiness to this creamy cheese ball recipe. For the optimum...


Festive Appetizer Spread

2 reviews

Our state is known for its cranberries, and there are many bogs in our area. I won first place with...


Brie with Almonds

1 review

This nut-topped cheese is elegant and impressive for holiday occasions. No one will guess that the recipe is actually a...


Creole Shrimp & Crab Cheesecake

6 reviews

We live on the beach and love to eat seafood. A stay-at-home mom, I also love to experiment in the...

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Chili Cheese Ball Spread

2 reviews

“Easy to make and easy to spread, this spicy cheese ball was my favorite appetizer that Mom made while I...


Caramel Havarti

1 review

Havarti cheese is a wonderful dessert cheese and is made even better by pecans, caramel topping and apples. This recipe...


German Beer Cheese Spread

16 reviews

We love recipes inspired by our German heritage. This tangy spread is fantastic served alongside everything, including pretzels and pumpernickel...


Party Cheese Balls

2 reviews

These tangy cheese balls are guaranteed to spread cheer at your next gathering. The ingredients create a colorful presentation and...


Garlic Blue Cheese Dip

1 review

This thick, creamy dip is my mom's recipe and a family favorite for ringing in the season. It also makes...


Pimiento Cheese Ball

8 reviews

This rich and creamy pimiento cheese ball looks so festive with flecks of green onion and red pimiento dotting with...