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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Air-Fryer Crab au Gratin Spread

I love to serve this warm, comforting appetizer any time we have a get-together with family or friends. It's easy to whip up with convenient canned crab. —Suzanne Zick, Maiden, North Carolina

Cheesy Bruschetta Spread

6 reviews

Every bite of this cheesy dip delivers tons of flavor. I have been asked over and over again for the...


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...


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Warm Asparagus-Crab Spread

"When my children entertain, I like to help them with the cooking, and this dip is always a hit," relates...

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...


Crab Meat au Gratin

When the holidays roll around, I love to serve this warm crab meat au gratin. It has a rich taste...


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,...


Herbed Garlic Cheese Spread

2 reviews

I've taken this creamy spread to many holiday gatherings and parties- and there's never any left to bring home! Well...

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...


Herb Spread for French Bread

2 reviews

Instead of regular garlic bread, my family requests this spread. The flavor is best when I use parsley and basil...


Cranberry Cheese Spread

2 reviews

"Here's a creamy sweet-tart spread that's ideal for a holiday buffet," notes field editor Nancy Johnson of Laverne, Oklahoma.


Crab Appetizer Mold

3 reviews

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


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Cattleman’s Spread

Fit for a dairy farmer's birthday, this hearty appetizer was perfect for our theme dinner. The spread is "beefed up"...

Almond Cheese Spread

4 reviews

I love this dip recipe! It's a fabulous way to use up leftover or different kinds of cheeses I've already...


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...


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...


Hot Seafood Spread

5 reviews

Bake this hot seafood spread in a hollowed-out pumpernickel or white round bread loaf. Serve it with bread cubes, pita...


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Fruit ‘n’ Almond-Stuffed Brie

Our friends enjoy this special appetizer as part of all our Christmas celebrations. An apricot filling and a raspberry topping...


Caramel Havarti

1 review

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


Catfish Spread

Whenever we have a fish fry, we begin the meal with this dip. My children and grandchildren love it, and...


Slow-Cooked Reuben Spread

5 reviews

I’m a big fan of Reuben sandwiches and anything with that flavor combination. For an appetizer, I blend corned beef...


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...

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Greek Pita Spread

4 reviews

I first tried this at a family gathering and was blown away! I have since made it for my co-workers,...


Spruced-Up Cheese Spread

5 reviews

A neighbor who’s a wonderful cook gave me the recipe for this zippy cracker spread. It’s easy to shape into...


Pineapple-Pecan Cheese Spread

2 reviews

This smooth and creamy cheese spread is chock-full of red pepper, green chiles and crunchy pecans. It’s always a hit,...


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...


Aunt Shirley’s Liver Pate

1 review

While living in San Francisco, I developed this liver pate recipe to serve at our many get-togethers with friends. Now...


Pineapple Pecan Cheese Ball

14 reviews

This cheese ball will keep for several days in the refrigerator. It's delicious! I've found it's especially popular at a...