Christmas Recipes

We are major stuffing fans, so we use it in this sausage strata. If you have leftover turkey, try it...

The idea for this sausage lasagna recipe comes from my mother-in-law, who always makes it for my three boys on...

This cheesy quiche comes together quickly enough that I don't have to wake up really early to get it on...

Turn your leftovers into tasty empanadas using refrigerated pie pastry. We make these savory pastries and freeze them for a...

I made up this recipe to end a big Italian Christmas Eve dinner. I thought it would be nice and...

These low-fat hot rolls are flavored with garlic, dill and cheese—they’re yummy even without butter! Or stuff with your favorite...

I love spicy chocolate so I came up with this recipe. Because it starts with a packaged sugar cookie mix,...

In our women's group, we take turns making brunch. I was tired of the same casseroles, so I created this...

This doctored-up coffee benefits from hints of mint, cocoa and cinnamon. The marshmallows on top are a playful addition that...

The Kentucky Derby has the mint julep; the Preakness has the black-eyed Susan. The drink is a sunny mix of...

When the holidays roll around, my family eagerly anticipates sampling this cake. Its rich eggnog flavor is delightful. —Jan Valdez,...

When company stays overnight, I make this puff with sausage gravy as a hearty breakfast treat. It’s meaty, cheesy and...

I adore chocolate-covered cherries. Who doesn’t? But there’s something extra special about making them in my own kitchen for my...

Sweet and creamy, my corn pudding couldn’t be simpler to prepare. It's so satisfying with so little effort—this dish never...

I love to make this dish because the flavors jumping around in your mouth keep you coming back bite after...

I'm always searching for fast and easy recipes to take to the teachers lounge. The staff goes nuts for these...

Cream puffs are a family favorite, but I prefer them savory and not sweet, so this is my take on...

Classic biscotti cookies take on a whole new level of deliciousness with help from licorice-laced aniseed. Wrap up these sweet...

The sparkling pomegranate gems make this salad irresistibly beautiful. My family loves it at holiday gatherings when pomegranates are in...

I once sent this rich chocolate cake to my kids' teachers, and it vanished, so I had to make another...

Pears are among my favorite fall fruits. This lovely dessert makes them especially spectacular. Easy elegance at its best—and that's...

For a distinctive dessert with unforgettable flavor, I recommend this cake. Feel free to substitute your favorite jam and lend...

Squash and beer make my risotto different and delicious. Plus, cooking it in the oven cuts down on hands-on time...

A decadent turtle sundae I had at a restaurant inspired this sweet-salty snack mix. Just try to stop at one...

For special occasions (like my husband’s birthday dinners), I mash potatoes with cream cheese, sour cream and Parmesan. It's divine...

You can't beat the combination of almond flavor with cherries. These light and fluffy dumplings are heavenly. Topped with the...

Divine and heavenly are the words that come to mind when I take a bite of this fudgy, luscious cake....

No longer is baking bread an all-day affair. Quick-rise yeast helps these tender, mildly sweet loaves come together in half...

Because we live in Idaho and have long, cold winters, hot chocolate is a staple for our family. With this...