Strawberry Mimosas
Here's a tasty twist on the classic mimosa. To make refreshing strawberry mimosas friendly for kids or mamas-to-be, substitute lemon-lime...
Black-Eyed Susan
The Kentucky Derby has the mint julep; the Preakness has the black-eyed Susan. The drink is a sunny mix of...
Lemon Cranberry Sauce
Tangy and refreshing, this quick-fix stovetop sauce will please both guests and the cook! —Robyn Badtke, Green Lake, Wisconsin
Tuscan-Style Roasted Asparagus
This is especially wonderful when locally grown asparagus is in season. It's so easy for celebrations because you can serve...
Bourbon Slush
At our holiday parties, Bourbon Slush is definitely a favorite. Have fun experimenting with different teas when you make it....
Pomgaritas
Pomegranate juice gives a tart and tasty twist to the traditional margarita. The ruby color is great for Christmas, but...
Stuffed Shrimp Appetizers
“This wonderful low-fat treat is delicious, full of flavor, and its presentation makes it especially appetizing. We love it.” Shirley...
Orange Razzletini
We combined orange juice and raspberry rum to create this fruity martini. The sunny, bright color is appealing.—Taste of Home...
Poinsettia
Mixing festive red cranberry juice, Triple Sec and champagne creates a fun poinsettia drink for Christmas parties, a New Year's...
Cream-Filled Cinnamon Coffee Cake
Repeat guests often phone ahead to request my cinnamony coffee cake for breakfast. You can prepare it in advance and...
Sand Art Brownies
A jar of this attractive layered mix produces a yummy batch of fudgy brownies that are dressed up with chocolate...
Moist Poultry Dressing
Tasty mushrooms and onions complement the big herb flavor in this amazing stuffing. This dressing stays so moist because it’s...
Pecan Tassies
These pecan tassies are very good for parties and special occasions. You'll probably want to double the recipe, because they'll...
Coffee-Crusted Prime Rib
The secret to this rib roast from the Taste of Home Test Kitchen is in the coffee rub. Allowing the...
Orange-Glazed Ham Steaks
These tasty ham steaks combine orange marmalade and maple syrup for a terrific taste that goes beyond dinner: I like...
Flank Steak Crostini
This recipe is perfect for gatherings, holidays, or as a special Sunday football snack. My kids love it and so...
Brined Grilled Turkey Breast
You'll want to give thanks for this mouthwatering, slightly sweet turkey! A hint of spice makes this one of our...
Santa Maria Roast Beef
A simple dry rub is enough to turn roast beef into a real crowd-pleaser. The slightly spicy meat is scrumptious...
Basic Chocolate Pound Cake
This chocolate pound cake is one of my favorite cakes to bake. A friend of mine gave me this recipe...
Rich Hot Chocolate
Each winter in early February my friends and I gather for an outdoor show called Mittenfest. We skip the Bloody...
Festive Holiday Sliders
Turkey sliders with ginger, horseradish and cranberry sauce refrigerate well, so I keep them ready for get-togethers when we bake...
Easy Cheesy Biscuits
I'm a big fan of homemade biscuits, but not the rolling and cutting that goes into making them. The drop-biscuit...
Rosemary Roasted Potatoes and Asparagus
Showcase asparagus when you dress it in fresh rosemary and red potatoes for an earthy counterpoint to the fresh, green...
Grasshopper Baked Alaska
Can you believe it? This stunning dessert is completely make ahead, including the meringue. All you need to do is...
Holiday Sweet Potato Cheesecake
Family and friends can't seem to get enough of this deliciously different cheesecake that combines my two favorite desserts—sweet potato...
Chewy Soft Pretzels
These homemade pretzels never last long around our house. My kids love to make them…and eat them! I serve them...
Chocolate Crinkle Cookies
When I baked this moist, fudgy chocolate crinkle cookie recipe for the first time, my three preschool children went wild...
Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies
Everyone who has tried these cookies says they're the best they've ever eaten. I'm sure the addition of pudding mix...
Two-Minute Cookies
My mom used to pack these cookies into our school lunches. They're inexpensive and easy to prepare, so all seven...