Potluck Recipes

"Chocolate chips temp even those who don't care for fruitcake to try this one," says Ruth Peterson, Jenison, Michigan.

"This colorful snack mix has a light coating that also makes it perfect for gatherings," notes field editor Jeanette Urbom...

These cupcakes disappear in a dash when I take them to the school where I teach. Pecans, coconut and brown...

"Our state is well-known for mushrooms," reports Pennsylvania field editor Cherie Sechrist of Red Lion. "This is a flavorful way...

When I'm having weekend guests, I make this salad the day before they arrive. The flavors blend wonderfully when it...

My sister-in-law gave me this recipe—it's a nice thick soup. It does call for quite a few ingredients, but the...

The tasty dressing on this potato salad makes it homemade special! A great combination of flavors is a real treat...

As everyone in my neighborhood knows, Christmas is my very favorite time of year. I make many cookies, cakes and...

To change up plain old dinner rolls, I added mozzarella. Now my family wants them at every gathering. I don't...

—Janne Rowe, Wichita, Kansas

We run a cherry orchard, so I'm always dreaming up new cherry recipes. These cookies are among of my family's...

I offered this comforting, hot drink to guests at one of my Bunco gatherings. Everyone wanted the recipe. I like...

I took this recipe from a magazine several years ago. I love anything with coconut and pineapple and this is...

I often rely on these rich, cheesy meatballs for party appetizers. Or I serve them alongside a tossed salad for...

Loaded with popular pizza flavors, this noodle bake is sure to be a winner with all ages. You can use...

Even my adult children love these Halloween cupcakes! We serve them every year at our pumpkin-carving party. You can also...

Nothing is as wonderful as cheesecake! This one features delicious chocolate crust and white chocolate flavor! It's so beautiful, guests...

"I work for the Delaware Department of Transportation and prepare this simple dish during storm emergencies or for lunch get-togethers,"...

This is a favorite finger food for Valentine's Day parties because it looks so festive. Here in snowy...

This recipe makes a lot of terrific cookies! It's great for Christmas when all the kids and grandkids visit. They...

Sweet pickles give Ham Salad Sandwiches a bold flavor that's irresistible. "These delightful sandwiches are excellent for a ladies' luncheon,"...

The great thing about this recipe—especially for non-cabbage lovers!—is that you can't taste the cabbage in the meat. Yet, at...

At our school, we celebrate faculty birthdays. I needed a quick recipe that would be appealing to everyone. This tall,...

Hearty helpings of these cheesy spuds will please hungry folks in a hurry. The rich, creamy sauce makes this recipe...

I host an annual Christmas party for some friends, and one year, I made a dish from each person's background,...

My husband, our five children and I have enjoyed this easy-to-make stew for years. We especially love the dumplings. Our...

Here’s an old Irish recipe I’ve been making for decades—and not just on St. Patrick’s Day—because it’s so fast and...

I made this creamy cheesecake for a Fourth of July get-together with friends. Everyone raved about it, especially my friend's...

"These zippy pinwheels are surprisingly simple to prepare ahead of time and have on hand whenever hunger hits," notes Kristin...