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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Lemony Walnut-Raisin Galette

1 review

This flaky, buttery pastry dessert has a filling of fruit, walnuts, coconut and cinnamon. There's a lot to love! For even more appeal, dollop sweetened whipped cream on top of each serving. —Ellen Kozak, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Rum-Raisin Pumpkin Pie

This recipe is a great way to change up your desserts for the holidays. Try it and see how many...


Eggnog Sweet Potato Bake

5 reviews

I love eggnog so I am always looking for new ways to use it. When I added it to mashed...


Turkey with Cherry Stuffing

1 review

This moist stuffing, with its fruity blend of raisins and tart cherries, is a sweet twist on a traditional version....


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Rum-Raisin Sweet Potatoes

My family and I have traded in classic baked potatoes for these sweet potatoes with a spicy twist. The Chinese...

Mom’s Soft Raisin Cookies

34 reviews

With four sons in service during World War II, my mother sent these favorite cookies as a taste from home...


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German Apple Strudel

16 reviews

This gorgeous strudel has just what you crave this time of year: thin layers of flaky crust and lots of...

Morning Muffins

9 reviews

I like to grab one of these muffins with coffee on days when I get a late start to work....


Special Raisin Pie

1 review

When I first made this pie, I thought it was terrific. Then I entered it at the county fair and...


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Grandma’s Sour Cream Raisin Pie

7 reviews

The aroma of this pie baking in my farm kitchen oven reminds me of my dear grandma, who made this...


Pineapple Raisin Stuffing

A co-worker gave me this stuffing recipe years ago. I added cinnamon and raisins for even more flavor. It accompanies...

Raisin Custard Pie

2 reviews

A comforting, old-fashioned dessert, this custard pie is one of my mom's best. The fluffy meringue makes it look so...


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...


Raisin-Filled Pumpkin Spice Bread

6 reviews

Years ago, I got this recipe from one of the best cooks in our church. Freeze a few loaves to...


Molly’s Sweet and Spicy Tzimmes Cake

1 review

My husband and I are always on the lookout for new ways to incorporate Jewish traditions into our interfaith home....

Kelsey’s Favorite Cranberry Bread

17 reviews

My granddaughter, Kelsey, and I saw this recipe and decided we needed to bake together. Kelsey and her sister, Aidan,...


Mama’s Spice Cake

4 reviews

Whenever I get a craving for a tasty old-fashioned treat, I make this cake. Great cooks in my family have...


Lady Baltimore Cake

4 reviews

I first made this cake for my fathers' birthday and now it is the only cake that he requests. This...


Sweet Potato Cinnamon Bread

20 reviews

My family loves quick breads. This one is moist and spicy. If you don't have mini loaf pans it works...


Rum Raisin Muffins

1 review

Both men and women enjoy these rum-flavored, raisin-filled goodies. I think they're best served warm with mugs of hot coffee...


Old-Fashioned Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

10 reviews

I've been making these cookies for nearly 30 years. The spice cake mix provides a delicious backdrop to the oats...


Cranberry Conserve

6 reviews

I'm 95, and I still remember my grandmother from Germany making this lovely, delicious conserve for the holidays. She'd give...


Raisin Sweet Potato Cookies

7 reviews

Cozy up to the fire with a plate of satisfyingly sweet cookies that taste like home. Serve them with a...


Mushroom Panzanella

My fresh take on classic Italian bread salad pairs perfectly with grilled or roasted meats. —Jennifer Beckman, Falls Church, Virginia

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Spinach with Pine Nuts and Raisins

A nice side for winter meat entrees, this bright and flavorful recipe is a delicious way to get your greens...


Brandy Pear Pie

I tapped into my French heritage for this recipe by incorporating Calvados, an apple brandy from the Normandy region of...


Cinnamon Raisin Quick Bread

47 reviews

Cinnamon and raisins bring heartwarming flavor to this mildly sweet bread. It's ideal for an on-the-go breakfast or a quick...