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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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    70 Cranberry Recipes, From Sweet to Savory

    When it comes to the holiday season, cranberries are king. Serve up these cranberry recipes like tender bread, easy pie recipes and savory stuffings.

    How to Make Cranberry Relish

    This zesty, easy-to-make cranberry relish recipe belongs on your Thanksgiving table.



    Dried Cranberry Sharp Cheddar Cheese Balls

    These personal-size cheese balls are a pleasure to pass around a party. They’re much easier to eat than their large-scale...


    Cranberry-Walnut Belgian Waffles

    1 review

    Belgian waffles have larger squares and deeper pockets than American waffles. I make mine with nutrition boosters like whole wheat,...

    Cranberry Apple Sheet Pie

    2 reviews

    My husband loves pie, so I made one with apples, raspberries and cranberries. This apple cranberry slab pie is so...


    Spiced Amaretto Cranberry Sauce

    1 review

    Looking for a cranberry sauce recipe with amaretto? Amaretto elevates this classic holiday side. The almond flavor supplies a unique...

    Cranberry Pumpkin Chutney

    It's a waste to throw out carved jack-o'-lanterns after Halloween, so I decided to make a pumpkin chutney with them....


    Grandma’s Thanksgiving Leftover Rolls

    Grab that leftover turkey and roll it up with some sausage, cheese and vegetables to make a savory roll. To...


    Cranberry Orange Sauce

    In about 20 minutes, with just a few ingredients, you can have the freshest cranberry orange sauce you've ever tasted....


    Our Best Cranberry Sauce Recipes

    Enjoy these Thanksgiving cranberry sauce recipes on turkey day—or any day!

    Christmas Pavlova

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


    Tequila Lime Cranberry Sauce

    1 review

    This tequila lime cranberry sauce is truly special. The result is amazing for a tiny bit of extra effort. —Colleen...


    Spicy Cranberry Salsa

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


    Pressure-Cooker Cranberry Stuffed Apples

    Cinnamon, nutmeg and walnuts add a homey autumn flavor to these stuffed apples. What a lovely old-fashioned treat! —Grace Sandvigen,...


    Cranberry, Orange and Cardamom Infused Water

    2 reviews

    This gorgeous infused water would make a great addition to your holiday dinner table. —James Schend, Taste of Home Deputy...

    Cranberry and Walnut Pie

    1 review

    The ladies of the former First Baptist Church of Warrens baked hundreds of cranberry pies and served slices to visitors...


    Cranberry Apple Muffins

    4 reviews

    It's sometimes difficult to get our daughter to eat healthy foods, but she gobbles up these fruit-filled muffins. Although these...


    Cranberry Cherry Punch

    1 review

    This crimson-colored beverage is wonderful for Christmas and looks festive in a glass punch bowl. —Lori Daniels, Beverly, West Virginia


    Cranberry Sauce with Walnuts

    7 reviews

    Traditional cranberry sauce is nice, but this jazzed-up version is several steps above. It travels well, and all the women...


    Cranberry Chip Pancakes

    These simple pancakes taste so great, you don't even need syrup! Liven them up by adding cranberries, orange juice and...


    Winter Fruit Compote

    You can make this colorful and easy fruit relish up to a week
    in advance. It’s an outstanding accompaniment...


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    Cranberry & Port Wine Chutney

    Sweet-tart cranberry chutney complements roasted chicken, pork and duck. I also spread it on cold sandwiches showcasing leftover holiday turkey.—Kristen...


    Cranberry Walnut Pie

    3 reviews

    Here’s a wonderful dessert for Christmas or Thanksgiving. With ruby-red color and a golden lattice crust, this pie looks as...


    Cranberry Sourdough Muffins with Streusel Topping

    1 review

    Sourdough, tart dried fruit and crunchy hazelnuts take these muffins to a new level. We serve them warm or at...

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    Dried Cherry Cranberry Sauce

    2 reviews

    This recipe is a great change of pace from the more common orange-cranberry sauce combinations. We especially like it around...


    Cranberry Apple-Nut Pie

    2 reviews

    Wedges of this tangy Christmas-red pie are a feast for the eyes and the taste buds.


    Cranberry Apple Crisp

    22 reviews

    Apple cranberry crisp is a wonderful dessert for fall, when both cranberries and apples are in season. The fruits are...


    Mile-High Cranberry Meringue Pie

    2 reviews

    Your holiday crowd will be blown away when they see this pie with towering meringue on top. Let it sit...


    Chocolate & Cardamom Coconut Tart

    1 review

    This holiday-worthy tart with a cardamom-scented crust is my nod to our family’s Scandinavian heritage. The filling is rich in...


    Chocolate-Dipped Cranberry Cookies

    9 reviews

    These pretty pink cookies always turn out so tender. They are the hit of my holiday! —Barbara Nowakowski, North Tonawanda,...