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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    Grilled Vegetable Pesto Sandwiches

    Grilling isn't just the pastime of meat eaters! Ask my vegetarian family members who love these wholesome sammies slathered with...


    Grilled Zucchini Salad with Mediterranean Dressing

    This grilled zucchini salad with Mediterranean salad dressing is the perfect side dish. I also like to add summer squash,...

    Plum Pork Spicy Meatballs with Bok Choy and Zucchini

    I am a huge fan of sweet, salty and spicy, and now I'm trying to make healthier choices. This recipe...


    Vegetarian Skillet Lasagna

    7 reviews

    This flavorful weeknight vegetarian skillet lasagna is sure to please any meat lover at your dinner table. Serve with a...


    Zucchini Chocolate Chip Cookies

    2 reviews

    I love using zucchini in the summertime. This recipe reminds me of a zucchini bread my aunt makes, but I...


    Slow-Cooker Minestrone

    6 reviews

    There's nothing quite like the comfort of warm homemade soup, and it's even better when your slow cooker does most...

    Summer Squash and Zucchini Salad

    3 reviews

    I came up with this colorful, tasty zucchini salad years ago for a recipe contest and was delighted when I...


    Zucchini Roll-Ups

    1 review

    We love lasagna, but these zucchini roll-ups are a little healthier and a lot quicker! Using zucchini "pasta" also makes...


    Pressure-Cooker Beef and Veggie Sloppy Joes

    1 review

    Because I’m always looking for ways to serve my family healthy and delicious food, I started experimenting with my go-to...


    Pressure-Cooker Summer Squash

    We love squash, but I got bored with fixing plain old squash and cheese. I decided to jazz it up...


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    99 Ways to Use up Zucchini and Summer Squash

    When you've got a bumper crop, savor the last of summer's bounty with these fresh squash recipes.

    Italian Sausage Veggie Skillet

    7 reviews

    We love Italian sausage sandwiches, but because the bread isn't diet-friendly for me, I created this recipe to satisfy my...


    Tequila Lime Shrimp Zoodles

    5 reviews

    This tangy shrimp dish is a smart way to cut carbs without sacrificing flavor. If you don't have a spiralizer,...


    Slow-Cooked Summer Squash

    1 review

    We love squash, but I got tired of fixing just plain squash and cheese. I decided to jazz up the...


    Zucchini Panzanella Salad

    5 reviews

    I learned how to make panzanella from my friend's grandmother. Once I discovered how to make the perfect vinaigrette, it...


    Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Zucchini Cake

    9 reviews

    Years ago, I added some zucchini to a peanut butter bar I had created, and this time I wanted to...


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    Garden-Stuffed Zucchini Boats

    5 reviews

    Not only are these boats a delightful way to get your veggies, they're basically a one-dish meal that covers all...


    Zucchini Pico de Gallo Salsa

    7 reviews

    I love veggies and fresh ingredients this time of year. I make big bowls of this salsa, which we eat...


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    Skillet Zucchini

    A dear aunt shared this dish and recipe for our potluck wedding dinner. It's a savory combination of sausage, onions,...


    Summer Squash Casserole

    8 reviews

    This fresh-tasting side dish is excellent with any meat. It was a popular part of the meal served at the...

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    Zucchini Raisin Cookies

    11 reviews

    This favorite old recipe means a lot to me, since it was given to me by a good friend. That...


    Streuseled Zucchini Bundt Cake

    12 reviews

    Inspired by an abundance of zucchini, I found a new way to use it up in this spiced and lightly...


    Zucchini Fruit Cocktail Loaf

    1 review

    I was raised on a farm and learned to cook at a young age. My mother was so good at...


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    Veggie Kabobs

    3 reviews

    Grilling is a delightful way of preparing the season's freshest produce. The zesty Italian marinade adds just the right amount...


    Roasted Veggie Quesadillas

    6 reviews

    This veggie quesadilla recipe gets its unique flavor from a special blend of roasted vegetables. They’ll be a popular finger...


    Zucchini Carrot Muffins

    28 reviews

    Meet the Cook: No matter when I make these muffins - for breakfast, or for lunch to serve with a...