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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    Pistachio and Date Ricotta Crostini

    3 reviews

    My husband and I regularly have date night at home where we make a four-course meal. For appetizers, I like to keep things simple but dressed up. I’ve found that making a special appetizer helps transform the atmosphere into a fancy meal. We’ve grown to really cherish these long and luxurious evenings together in our living room. Fresh figs can be used in lieu of dates if that's what you have on hand! —Kristin Bowers, Gilbert, Arizona

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    Million-Dollar Chicken Casserole

    10 reviews

    Everyone at the table will love this family-friendly dish. Million-dollar chicken casserole is easy to mix together and get on...


    Cowboy Pasta

    2 reviews

    This Cowboy Pasta recipe combines ground beef, bacon, corn, tangy buttermilk and Monterey Jack cheese for an easy but hearty...


    Patriotic Pepper Platter

    Cream cheese stuffed peppers are easy to make, easy to travel with and wonderful to eat at room temperature. This...


    Coffee Cheesecake

    Coffee lovers will line up for this rich coffee cheesecake. It's creamy and just mildly sweet, which allows the coffee...

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    Bertolli® Spinach & Artichoke Dip

    The addition of Alfredo sauce gives this quick and easy appetizer and more refined and elegant flavor.


    Hot Spinach and Artichoke Dip

    1 review

    This is my take on California Pizza Kitchen's Hot Spinach Dip. I added artichoke hearts for extra tastiness and texture...

    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...


    Pina Colada Lush

    7 reviews

    Pina colada lush is such a fantastic warm weather dessert—it's so light and refreshing, and a breeze to make! I...


    Low-Carb Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Bars

    These cheesecake bars have four delectable layers: a buttery crust, a creamy cheesecake filling, chocolaty morsels and a crumbly topping....


    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...


    Jalapeno Popper Stuffed Chicken Breasts

    1 review

    My husband is not crazy about chicken, but one of his favorite snacks are Jalapeno Poppers, so I created this...


    Air-Fryer Cheesecake

    This air-fryer cheesecake is something I've been making and perfecting for years. My daughter insisted it be served...



    Air-Fryer Pineapple Upside-Down Cheesecake

    1 review

    Taking inspiration from my mom's pineapple upside-down cake, I added a cheesecake layer and baked it in an air fryer....

    Smoked Bluefish Spread

    1 review

    While I was growing up, we spent summers on Block Island, Rhode Island, where we would surf-cast off the shores...


    Orange Sweet Rolls

    This orange sweet rolls recipe is so dependable—I make it a lot during the holidays because it’s quick and delicious....


    Shrimp Puff Pastry Triangles

    Shrimp de Jonghe was invented in Chicago. It is usually baked and served in a casserole dish, but my version...


    Seafood Buffalo Dip

    The holidays can be so hectic. I needed a go-to recipe that was a favorite but didn't keep me in...


    Pumpkin Latte Cheesecake Tarts

    It's hard to resist this pumpkin latte cheesecake recipe. Use extra pretzel crumbs or toffee chips for a garnish. —Arlene...



    Peppermint Bark Trifle

    2 reviews

    We're always looking for those showstopping desserts, especially during the holidays. This one is very impressive, but couldn't be easier...


    Pumpkin Cheesecake Empanadas

    1 review

    These cute pumpkin cheesecake empanadas make the perfect treat—and we love that they are baked and not fried! —Taste of...


    Michigan Cherry Japanese-Style Cheesecake

    2 reviews

    Michigan is known for its amazing cherries, especially the tart ones, so we have plenty of opportunities to find new...

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    Turkey Corn Chowder

    8 reviews

    This thick and rich turkey corn chowder uses up Thanksgiving leftovers. Every so often, my grandmother would even add chopped...


    Chipped Beef Cheese Ball

    5 reviews

    This delicious appetizer is near and dear to our family. It is a symbol of our family's Christmas and New...


    Lingonberry-Cardamom Cake

    1 review

    Our family is Scandinavian, and we love using almonds, cardamom and lingonberries in desserts, as in this cardamom cake. If...


    Mint Baileys Bars

    This Baileys bars recipe is a combo of two St. Patrick's Day goodies. You can use any type of chips...


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    Dill Pickle Dip

    5 reviews

    My love for pickles led me to create this dill pickle dip. It's so easy to whip together. But be...


    Mocha Cinnamon Rolls

    I love cinnamon rolls and coffee together! They are the perfect flavor combination, which is proven by these mocha cinnamon...