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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    Copycat Blooming Onion

    No one can resist the crunchy goodness of a blooming onion. Plus, the dipping sauce makes this copycat recipe an irresistible replica of the Outback Steakhouse version. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

    Copycat Cheesecake Factory Cheeseburger Egg Rolls

    Filled with juicy ground beef, a smattering of crumbled bacon, diced pickles and plenty of melty cheddar cheese, these crunchy...


    Twice-Cooked Fried Chicken

    Fried chicken is my favorite food, so it’s no surprise that I’ve tried dozens of recipes looking for the perfect...


    Buckeye Doughnut Holes

    Ohioans LOVE their buckeyes! They are in just about every candy shop and on every homemade sweets tray. I've taken...


    Oysters Rockefeller Egg Rolls

    1 review

    Oysters Rockefeller is a classic, elegant and timeless appetizer from New Orleans. I love the flavor but wanted to try...

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    Fried Lemon-Pepper Wings

    1 review

    These lemon-pepper wings are perfect for game day. Try these out if you've been stuck in a chicken wing rut....


    Patatas Bravas

    Patatas bravas (which means "spicy potatoes") is the ultimate Spanish comfort food. Served tapas-style, the crispy potatoes and smoky sauce...

    Mini Chicken Chimis with Jalapeno Cream Cheese

    These zippy chicken chimi bites bring a little heat to any fiesta. Serve them on their own as appetizers, or...


    Spiced Sweet Potato Doughnuts

    These sweet potato doughnuts are easy to prepare. And no one minds eating the nutritious spuds when they're inside doughnuts!...


    Chicken Samosas

    This chicken samosa recipe is best served with yogurt dipping sauce or chutney (like coriander and mint, tamarind or sweet...


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    Toasted Ravioli

    8 reviews

    While visiting a friend who had just moved to St. Louis, Missouri, I tried toasted ravioli at almost every restaurant!...

    Savory Mustard Chicken and Stuffing Waffles

    Adding mustard to the chicken coating adds a tang that's amazing with the savory waffles and sweet maple syrup. —John...


    Chicken Rangoon Egg Rolls

    1 review

    This is a recipe that I made into my own—a friend served a layered appetizer paired with crackers, and I...


    Beef Flautas

    This traditional Mexican flautas recipe is one of my favorite dishes to make for my family. The spices and onion...


    Spanakopita Spring Rolls

    2 reviews

    I was inspired to turn original spanakopita into a hand-held hors d'oeuvre. I use egg roll wrappers in place of...


    Beef Wellington Fried Wontons

    3 reviews

    These tasty appetizers scale down classic beef Wellington to an ideal party size. They feel fancy and fun! —Dianne Phillips,...

    Sourdough English Muffins

    3 reviews

    This recipe was a winner in a local newspaper contest years ago and has become a family favorite. The muffins...


    Italian Cheese Wontons

    A cheesy filling gives wonton wrappers a taste-tempting, Italian twist. The hot and crisp snacks get gobbled up...no matter how...


    Southwestern Egg Rolls

    3 reviews

    At my church potluck, these crispy, spicy snacks went fast thanks to the triple kick from the Italian sausage, Mexicorn...


    Crispy Sriracha Spring Rolls

    1 review

    While in the Bahamas, friends suggested a restaurant that served amazing chicken spring rolls. When I got home, I created...


    Deep-Fried Mac & Cheese Shells

    1 review

    I created this deep fried mac and cheese recipe for my husband. He describes this recipe as unbelievably delicious because...


    Quick Coconut Shrimp

    5 reviews

    These coconut-fried shrimp are downright addicting. If you ask me, the bigger the shrimp, the better. That way you can...


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    Turkey-Mushroom Egg Rolls

    I slow-cook ground turkey and mushrooms in a hoisin, soy and sesame sauce, then roll up the mixture with crunchy...


    Carrot Cake Doughnuts

    2 reviews

    For an easy doughnut recipe which everyone will love, I make these doughnuts. I love carrot cake so I wanted...


    Mini Chimichangas

    10 reviews

    Wish your guests "Feliz Navidad" with this south-of-the-border specialty! Hearty enough to serve as a meal, these flavorful and filling...

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    Apple Fritter Rings

    5 reviews

    These old-fashioned fried apple rings are the perfect way to end a fun homemade meal. —Bernice Snowberger, Monticello, Indiana


    Glazed Doughnuts

    1 review

    The light coffee flavor in these tasty sugar-glazed doughnuts makes them a perfect start to the morning...on Christmas Day or...


    Orange-Glazed Crullers

    2 reviews

    I enjoy preparing this lovely cruller recipe with my grandchildren. The make-ahead dough is great for a gathering. —Muriel Lerdal,...


    Real Southern Fried Chicken

    4 reviews

    As a Yankee originally from Vermont, I didn't know one fried chicken from another. They all seemed pretty much the...


    Chicken Romaine Salad

    2 reviews

    Mom invented this colorful salad by combining romaine lettuce with toasted pecans, chicken strips, grapes, dried cranberries and cheddar cheese....


    Cornflake Fried Ice Cream

    1 review

    Make this Mexican restaurant-style dessert at home! Drizzle hot fudge or caramel on top of this crunchy, creamy frozen treat....