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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Loaded Cowboy Queso

1 review

Loaded Cowboy Queso is the ultimate football dip! This easy appetizer loaded with cheese, beer, black beans, tomatoes and sausage is our family's favorite tailgating recipe. I often serve it with homemade tortilla chips sprinkled with taco seasoning. —Becky Hardin, St. Peters, Missouri

Bacon Cheese Fondue

When I'm looking for an appetizer with mass appeal but want a change from the usual cheese spread, this is...


Cheeseburger Macaroni

3 reviews

Our family of four loves this creamy and cheesy casserole so much that we have few leftovers. It's a delicious...


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Cheesy Taco Chili

This recipe was created out of desperation when everyone was hungry and I only had a few items on hand....


Chili Cheese Ball Spread

2 reviews

“Easy to make and easy to spread, this spicy cheese ball was my favorite appetizer that Mom made while I...

Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes & Ham

4 reviews

Creamy, cheesy and easy to make, this casserole is the definition of comfort food. The recipe makes two casseroles, so...


Cheeseburger Paradise Soup

90 reviews

I’ve never met a person who didn’t enjoy this creamy soup, and it’s hearty enough to serve as a main...

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Best Ever Mac & Cheese

10 reviews

To make this amazing mac, I make a sauce loaded with three different cheeses to toss with the noodles. When...


Layered Beef Casserole

5 reviews

On my busy days, I treasure meal-in-one recipes like this. Toss together a salad and dinner is ready in no...


Bacon Cheeseburger Tater Tot Bake

18 reviews

This bacon cheeseburger tater tot casserole is the perfect dish to bribe your kids; homework, chores, piano practice—consider them...


Cheesy Meatballs

2 reviews

Can meatballs be lucky? My guys think so, and they want them for game time. My beef, sausage and cheese...

Chili Queso Dip

3 reviews

I’ve had this recipe for more than 42 years and have updated it from time to time. This is an...


Cheeseburger Soup with Rice

15 reviews

I don't have a lot of extra time to spend in the kitchen, so I appreciate that I can cook...


Slow-Cooker Cheese Dip

10 reviews

I brought this slightly spicy cheese dip to a gathering with friends and it was a huge hit. The spicy...


Baked Two-Cheese & Bacon Grits

7 reviews

In the South, everyone loves three things: bacon, cheese and grits! After playing around with this recipe, I took it...


Cheesy Sausage Dip

1 review

The garlic really comes through in this crowd-pleasing cheese dip. It's one of our family's all-time favorites. I serve it...

Cheesy Chili Dip

2 reviews

Three ingredients are all Amy adds to a few cups of chili to create this fast-to-fix snack. Simply zap the...


Chili con Queso Dip

1 review

I can count on a roomful of smiles whenever I make this---and it couldn't be easier!—Tammy Leiber, Navasota, Texas


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Potluck Macaroni and Cheese

97 reviews

You'll always have a winner at the potluck when you bring macaroni and cheese. Here's an extra-rich, creamy version for...


Favorite Cheesy Potatoes

3 reviews

My family loves these potatoes. I make a large batch in disposable pans and serve them at all our get-togethers....


Nacho Salsa Dip

18 reviews

This zesty dip is great for any get-together and allows me to spend more time with my guests. I always...


Slow-Cooked Turkey Sandwiches

7 reviews

These sandwiches have been such a hit at office potlucks that I keep copies of the recipe in my desk...


Slow-Cooker Mexican Dip

9 reviews

My husband and I love to entertain, and we make this hearty seven-ingredient Mexican dip often. Using our slow cooker...


Mexican Fondue

2 reviews

A handful of items and a few moments of prep work are all you'll need for this festive fondue. Not...


Bacon Cheeseburger Buns

49 reviews

This is a fun way to serve bacon cheeseburgers without all the fuss of assembling the sandwiches to serve a...

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