Potluck Recipes

My family loves these big old-fashioned cinnamon oatmeal cookies. They’re crisp, yet still chewy in the center, and the cinnamon...

This traditional wassail recipe came from a dear friend in Fort Wayne, Indiana, where we lived for many years. Because...

—Mary Ann Kosmas, Minneapolis, Minnesota

This colorful salsa takes just minutes to prepare—and that’s likely how long it will last at your next event, too!...

Biting into this spiced butter on a hot biscuit or toast is absolutely heavenly. With a dash of whipped cream,...

These pretty pinwheel appetizers from Charlie Clutts of New Tazewell, Tennessee are easy to make and fun to nibble, with...

I make this Halloween punch recipe for my son's birthday party every year. It's always a hit with the kids—they...

Green chilies add a touch of Southwest flavor to this fluffy egg dish. The cottage cheese offers nice texture, and...

Pretty layers of cheesecake and pumpkin star in this prize-winning torte. Not too heavy, it's especially nice with a big...

A dollop of whipped topping adds a nice finishing touch to this satisfying crumble. Sometimes I drizzle a little flavored...

This citrusy cake with a luscious cream cheese frosting will garner plenty of applause. The flavor, a duet of sweet...

I almost didn’t make these appetizers for last year’s Christmas party because I was running out of time, but I...

Pickled garlic is a delicious condiment for the garlic lover on your list. You'll be pleasantly surprised how pickling mellows...

I’ve got one of those sweet, creamy dips you can't resist. Bake it in the oven, or use the slow...

Cornbread is a staple of Cajun and Creole cuisine. This version is an old favorite, and it really tastes wonderful....

These oven roasted potato wedges taste just like the deep-fried kind, but they're easier and less messy to make. They're...

My husband and I live on a 21-acre horse ranch and love to have friends over to enjoy it with...

Use a slotted spoon to serve this as an appetizer with baguette toasts, or ladle it over romaine lettuce to...

My mother used to prepare this delightful Swedish tea ring in the ’40s, and it’s still a favorite today. Maraschino...

I make good use of extra eggnog by creating this luscious cheesecake. A bit of rum extract adds a special...

When my husband, Joe, and I hosted our Western wedding, good friend Kay Skiles prepared a tempting buffet meal that...

After our memorable lakeside ceremony, guests gathered with Creighton and me at a nearby hall for our reception. A dear...

Among all my pumpkin bread recipes, this caramel-glazed creation is the pick of the crop. Often, I'll wrap up a...

Decorating cookies always puts me in a happy mood. Cookies from this recipe don't rise a lot or lose their...

It's easy to fix this roast, which has lots of onion flavor. Sometimes I also add cubed potatoes and baby...

For a fun holiday hostess gift, pour this festive blend into a decorated 12-ounce jelly jar. The recipe, from field...

As someone who grew up in the country, I love getting out into nature whenever I can. I also love...

These slightly crunchy pickled onions are not only a great gift for Christmas, but also a terrific contribution to a...

This is a classic scratch cake. The homemade buttery frosting and crisp, sugared edges really make it stand out. —Aria...