Potluck Recipes

This is a recipe that I made into my own—a friend served a layered appetizer paired with crackers, and I...

When a friend brought this to a gathering at church, I simply had to ask for the recipe—what a fast...

These tender crab-stuffed mushrooms with their crispy golden topping are always popular at parties! The crab filling is a delicious...

I'd heard about using squash in dressing, so I combined four things I love into one dish: apples, butternut squash,...

Mint pairs with a silky, mild chocolate flavor for this colorful, beautiful cake that will be the talk of the...

These cute stacks really stand out in a holiday appetizer buffet. Tasty, cool and crunchy, they come together in a...

Cranberries, orange and nuts make one of my favorite flavor combinations, and this special drop cookie fits in particularly well...

When I first made this cake it was snowing outside, the entire family was home, and we enjoyed it all...

This new twist on traditional bread pudding is a decadent and delicious family favorite! —Sonya Labbe, West Hollywood, California

A bit of fun with some cookie cutters and a tasty fruit topping transform simple cheese and crackers into a...

I made about 1,500 of these easy, tasty sliders for the Great American Beer Fest. Everyone—right down to the last...

This delicious spiced apple cocktail is a must for winter parties. It's a winning alternative to an alcoholic punch. Keep...

The flavor combination here reminds me of baklava—without the hours of work! These bars are perfect for holiday gifts, party...

A peppermint martini is perfect for a fun Christmastime gathering of friends. Crushed candy canes on the rim add festive...

Even after being frozen, these no-fail cookies stay moist and taste freshly baked. They are among my best holiday giveaway...

A flavorful, juicy pork filling is jazzed up with a delicious touch of ginger and enveloped in crispy wrappers. These...

My husband and I love Tex-Mex food with all the fixings. Cooking the meat in the slow cooker makes prepping...

My favorite apple cake is made with a shot of brandy and drizzled with caramel to set off the wonderful...

Orange and cranberry form the base of this incredibly smooth holiday punch, hitting just the right seasonal note. Feel free...

You can use this recipe for parties as an appetizer or for dinner gatherings as the first course. The rustic...

This beautiful holiday dish is a big hit at our house. We serve it on wheat or other crispy crackers....

The deep red of the cranberries and red cabbage makes this a perfect fit for a Christmas spread. Adults and...

These pasta salads serve at least 8, so bring them to your biggest gatherings.

Inspired by the fruity tropical flavors of my all-time favorite yogurt, this makes
for a fresh, fun and comforting...

I make this dish in the fall and sneak grated vegetables into the sloppy joe mixture, which is especially good...

When you want a sweet cake without the heat of the oven, this slow-cooked strawberry spin
on cola cake...

You can easily whip up this creamy, spicy, salty dip. For parties, I love dips in the slow cooker—just turn...

Lettuce wraps make light, lively appetizers. These are easy to make because the slow cooker does most of the work....

This recipe belongs to my friend Patty, who made me a wonderful cookbook of her dishes. This is one of...