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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    Minty Avocado Christmas Cookies

    1 review

    Best known in the Southwest, avocado cookies are becoming more popular now that avocados are available year-round. These minty cookies are tasty, especially during the holidays. —Pat Dazis, Charlotte, North Carolina

    Amish Vanilla Pie

    We live in rural northern Indiana where we have several Amish communities. I found this recipe in our local paper...


    Egg Yolk Cookies

    These simple egg yolk cookies truly melt in your mouth. They're thin cookies, just like the ones my grandma used...


    Sweet and Savory Deviled Eggs

    2 reviews

    My Grandma Phyllis' sweet and savory deviled eggs are unrivaled by any of the ones I've tried. The sweetness of...


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    Muffin-Tin Scrambled Eggs

    1 review

    I made these one year at Christmas as a way to save time, and they were a big hit. I...

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    Cheesy Bacon and Grits Casserole

    1 review

    I was craving grits for breakfast, so I created this masterpiece with fresh corn and leftover bacon. Serve with avocado...


    Festive Meringue Cookies

    Try these meringue cookies without cream of tartar! These festive treats sparkle not only during the holidays but also for...

    Christmas Pavlova

    Crisp and crunchy on the outside, soft and almost marshmallowy on the inside, this elegant pavlova gets dressed up for...


    BB-8 Cake

    1 review

    This BB-8 cake is easy to assemble and decorate. A cake mix gives you a jump-start so you can spend...


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    Turkey & Swiss Frittata

    Apricots, Swiss cheese, green onions and veggies combine beautifully in this turkey frittata. You can use different spices to suit...


    Open-Faced Prosciutto and Egg Sandwich

    2 reviews

    We love breakfast at any time of the day in my house. I came up with this healthy egg sandwich...

    French Butter Cookies

    The Brittany region of France is known for its use of butter. These French butter cookies, also known as sable...


    Artichoke and Potato Frittata

    3 reviews

    This potato frittata is a delicious brunch dish, but it’s hearty enough for a weeknight dinner, too. If you like...


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    Browned Butter Chess Pie

    This simple pie is so smooth and velvety, it will warm everyone’s heart. It’s a timeless recipe with southern roots,...


    Meringue-Topped Pecan Custard Pie

    I only use this recipe on special occasions. It's an amazing variation on the pecan pie everyone knows—the filling is...


    Festive Meringue Christmas Trees

    4 reviews

    These meringues are eye-catching on the dessert table at a holiday party, and they taste heavenly! Look no further for...

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    Pressure-Cooker Southwestern Breakfast Casserole

    I created this recipe for a breakfast-for-dinner meal one day, and it’s also become a favorite on chilly mornings. Such...


    Pressure-Cooker Light Deviled Eggs

    Our updated version of a classic appetizer uses only half the egg yolks of traditional deviled eggs and calls for...


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    Marbled Meringue Hearts

    5 reviews

    Pretty pastel cookies are a fun way to brighten any special occasion. Replace the vanilla with a different extract for...


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    Apple Butter Biscuit Breakfast Bake

    5 reviews

    My grandmother created this recipe to use up the leftovers from Christmas Eve dinner. By combining leftover ham and biscuits...


    Cinnamon Roll Macarons

    4 reviews

    These macarons are a fall and winter staple for me. Inspired by the classic cinnamon roll, they are a delicious...


    Make-Ahead Eggs Benedict Toast Cups

    2 reviews

    When I was growing up, we had a family tradition of having eggs Benedict with champagne and orange juice for...


    Chai-Spiced Bread Pudding

    1 review

    Nothing says the holidays to me more than the warming spices of chai. This bread pudding incorporates those flavors to...


    Butter Pound Cake

    1 review

    Whether garnished with fresh berries and sprigs of rosemary or just served plain, this rich cake is fabulous. It bakes...


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    Reindeer Cake

    1 review

    Whether you turn this cake into a reindeer or decorate it with your own creative vision, it’s a three-layer stunner...

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    Apricot Eggnog Bars

    One year I thought it would be festive to have a caroling party and serve several beverages, including eggnog, which...


    Pear Upside-Down Gingerbread

    I prefer to bake from scratch, but this Christmasy cake mix recipe is a favorite. For a change of pace,...


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    Caramel Creme Brulee

    5 reviews

    This recipe comes out perfect every time and it's always a crowd-pleaser! A torch works best to get the sugar...


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    Cranberry Chocolate Chip Pecan Pie

    I've been using this rich pecan pie recipe for 30 years, changing it up when the mood strikes. We love...


    Jack Cheese Oven Omelet

    6 reviews

    Although it's easy, the omelet looks like you fussed. Sometimes I toss in mushrooms and cheddar cheese for a different...


    Pecan Meringue Pie

    1 review

    My good friend sent me this recipe and when I made it, it was every bit as delicious as she...