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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    Cherries Jubilee

    2 reviews

    Made with sweet or tart cherries and doused in brandy, cherries jubilee will be a flaming success! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin


    Lemon Basil Chicken Salad

    This 15-minute Chicken Salad Chick copycat recipe has become one of my very favorite meals. But it needn’t even be...


    Strawberry Macarons

    These strawberry macarons have a sweet surprise in the filling: strawberry jam. To keep the jam contained, pipe the frosting...


    Duck with Brandy Bing Cherry Sauce

    1 review

    Elegant, delicious and colorful, this French duck dish is perfect to serve for special occasions. —Francine Lizotte, Langley, British Columbia

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    Garlic-Lemon Shrimp Linguine

    7 reviews

    The Cheesecake Factory has an extensive menu, but I always seem to order their delicious fresh and citrusy Lemon Shrimp...


    Instant Pot Chocolate Chip Cheesecake

    1 review

    I adapted my favorite cheesecake recipe to work in the Instant Pot. The texture was so incredible, I may never...

    Creamy Strawberry Icebox Cake

    1 review

    My family loves this icebox cake for two reasons: First, it is a delicious way to use strawberries at their...


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    How to Make No-Bake Strawberry Delight

    We're in love with this vintage-inspired dessert: a fluffy, pink no-bake strawberry delight.


    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...


    Rose Wine Cocktail

    This is an easy way to dress up wine for a party. Other fruit, like watermelon balls or sliced peaches,...

    Thai Salad with Peanut Dressing

    This Thai salad is very fresh and flavorful. The peanut garnish adds a satisfying crunch. —James Schend,


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    Dark Chocolate-Caramel Macchiato Pie

    4 reviews

    One of my first entries in the National Pie Championship was this impressive pie with coffee flavor and cool chocolate...


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    Strawberry Pretzel Dessert Jars

    3 reviews

    Need to bring a dish to pass this weekend? These make-ahead dessert jars will disappear quickly at any potluck. —Aldene...


    Summer Strawberry Shortcake Soup

    When folks are longing for something sweet and refreshing, this soup is sure to hit the spot. To serve it...


    Air-Fryer Scallops

    I never liked seafood until my husband urged me to try scallops, and now I love it. With the crunchy...

    Air-Fryer French Toast Cups with Raspberries

    These air-fryer French toast cups make any morning special. I made this recipe for my mom on Mother's Day, and...


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    Strawberry Buttermilk Skillet Shortcake

    5 reviews

    This scratch-made strawberry buttermilk cake is a family favorite. The recipe is over 100 years old, and I remember my...


    Lavender and Lemon Biscochitos

    1 review

    Biscochitos are the state cookie for our home state of New Mexico. They are traditionally made with anise seeds, but...


    Giant Buckeye Cookie

    13 reviews

    I’m from Ohio, and we love our buckeye candy! Buckeyes are a delicious combination of peanut butter and chocolate, which...


    Martin’s Rhubarb Strudel

    1 review

    Although I have always loved strudel, apple strudel was the only kind I ate for many years. But when my...


    Cranberry Nutella Sandwich Cookies

    1 review

    I created these cookies for my family after I realized that we had been without Nutella for far too long!...


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    Strawberry Crunch Ice Cream Cake

    3 reviews

    While growing up, I loved treats from the ice cream truck that rolled through my neighborhood. This ice cream cake...


    Pressure-Cooker Rhubarb Compote with Yogurt

    My Grandma Dot made rhubarb compote and always had some in the freezer when I came to visit. This breakfast...


    Crab and Asparagus Soup

    15 reviews

    I get rave reviews from family and friends whenever I make this soup, but the biggest compliment was when my...

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    Haddock en Papillote

    1 review

    This is a terrific dish for entertaining. It's easy to prepare, yet impressive. You can even assemble the bundles earlier...


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    Strawberry Balsamic Filled Cupcakes

    Here's a twist on Grandma's strawberry shortcake. This combination of classic and sophisticated flavors is a perfect pairing for the...


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    Thai Chicken and Orange Salad

    A creamy peanut butter dressing provides a Thai twist to this main dish chicken salad. You if you have leftover...


    Angel Food Cake Roll

    24 reviews

    There's always room for dessert—especially when it's this eye-catching angel food cake roll. We like strawberry yogurt in the filling,...


    Chocolate French Toast

    2 reviews

    Try this yummy treat for a special breakfast or brunch. The layer of chocolate hidden inside makes a wonderful flavor...


    Chocolate S’mores Tart

    2 reviews

    I created this tart for my kids, who love having s'mores on the fire pit. It’s truly indulgent. We simply...