Potluck Recipes

A healthy hint of cinnamon gives this chocolate cake an extra step up over the expected sheet cake. The sweet...

This wonderfully crunchy snack is loaded with cereal, pretzels and nuts—and coated with a not-too-sweet brown sugar mixture. Package this...

A pizza version of the sloppy joe, this hot and melty open-faced sandwich is a surefire kid pleaser. Adults love...

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...

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

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

I came up with this easy dinner one day while experimenting in the kitchen. Everyone who tries it, loves it!...

Here is a quick and easy dinner, which is very satisfying. No need to fool with corn husks here! My...

One day I was looking at Portuguese recipes and decided to put together a bean soup that embraced the bright...

Here’s a wonderful nibble for a tailgate or any family function. The snack is so easy to prepare and also...

This is hands-down the easiest dip to make, and I never have leftovers. We have used venison in place of...

These easy sandwiches have nice depth of flavor—savory, sweet, piquant, subtle and sublime. They’re worth the wait. —Elizabeth Bennett, Mill...