Christmas Recipes

When it comes to the holidays, we jingle all the way for Christmas. With traditional Christmas recipes ranging from appetizers to dinner to dessert, entertaining ideas and Christmas cookie recipes galore, we’ve got everything you need to make merry.

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    Roasted Red Pepper Soup

    14 reviews

    If you like cream of tomato soup, try making this roasted red pepper soup. Using jarred roasted red peppers makes...


    Peach Kuchen

    21 reviews

    "KUCHEN IS a filling dessert for this German meal. It's not too sweet, and you can use virtually any of...


    Roasted Chicken with Brown Gravy

    6 reviews

    Folks say this is the most delicious roasted chicken in brown sauce they've ever had. There's only one problem—there are...


    Chocolate Hazelnut Torte

    3 reviews

    Most cake recipes feed a crowd. So we came up with this elegant little cake that serves six. That's enough...


    Pumpkin Scones with Berry Butter

    20 reviews

    These delightful scones are perfect on a cold winter day with a steaming hot cup of coffee. They also make...


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    Tea Cakes

    6 reviews

    I’ve baked many batches of cookies through the years, but family and friends tell me these southern treats are the...


    Brie and Sausage Brunch Bake

    13 reviews

    I've made this brunch bake for holidays as well as for a weekend at a friend's cabin, and I am...


    Peanut Butter Pretzel Bars

    10 reviews

    My secret to these rich no-bake bites? Pretzels in the crust. They add a salty crunch to the classic peanut...

    Salmon with Root Vegetables

    This cozy hash is loaded with protein and healthy fats that keep you going on busy days. We've been known...


    Whipped Cream Pound Cake

    3 reviews

    This cake never lasts long at family gatherings. Slices taste terrific whether served alone or topped with fresh fruit. —Shirley...


    Royal Icing

    5 reviews

    Curious to learn how to make royal icing? Our Test Kitchen experts have mastered this royal icing recipe for this...


    Classic Creme Brulee

    8 reviews

    My favorite dessert is this creme brulee recipe. Recently I was at a party where the guests finished preparing their...


    Pork with Gorgonzola Sauce

    2 reviews

    A tangy Gorgonzola cheese sauce dresses up tender slices of pork. Served alongside steamed broccoli, this special entree is sure...


    Flaky Whole Wheat Biscuits

    4 reviews

    Whole wheat flour gives these biscuits a nutty, homey flavor. Ever since I started making these, white flour biscuits just...


    Cheesy Spinach-Stuffed Shells

    7 reviews

    This is my own personal recipe. I'm very proud of it because I am still a beginner cook and it...


    Luscious Almond Cheesecake

    37 reviews

    I received this recipe along with a set of springform pans from a cousin at my wedding shower 11 years...


    Lemon Oatmeal Sugar Cookies

    5 reviews

    My grandmother always made these cookies for us for Christmas, and now I have inherited that task. I make them...

    Cinnamon Toasted Almonds

    33 reviews

    Crunchy, cinnamon almonds are a spectacular treat to take to a party or gathering. They taste just like the almonds...


    Banana Pancake Snowmen

    2 reviews

    Both kids and adults will love these yummy pancakes. Invite your little ones to help decorate their snowmen and they'll...


    Bourbon Baked Ham

    16 reviews

    Because of its simple ingredient list, easy preparation and unbeatable flavor, this baked ham recipe is one you’ll come to...


    Bacon Cream Cheese Pinwheels

    11 reviews

    It's hard to resist a crescent roll, bacon and cream cheese in one bite! Kids, friends, everyone will scarf these...


    Chocolate Hazelnut Pudding Torte

    1 review

    This recipe is a busy mom's twist on a favorite dessert—tiramisu. The dish is simple to assemble and perfect to...


    Quick and Easy Tiramisu

    12 reviews

    No one can resist this quick and easy tiramisu recipe. Make it ahead for added mealtime convenience. —Taste of Home...

    Four-Cheese Stuffed Shells

    9 reviews

    More cheese, please! You'll get your fill from saucy jumbo pasta shells loaded with four kinds—mozzarella, Asiago, ricotta and cottage...


    Cinnamon Bun Cookies

    4 reviews

    I love cinnamon rolls, but working with yeast can be scary. These cookies give you the taste of a cinnamon...


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    Colorful Brunch Frittata

    8 reviews

    A friend called and asked me for a special recipe that he could serve at his daughter's wedding brunch. I...


    Ricotta Gnocchi with Spinach & Gorgonzola

    When my family comes for a visit, they always ask me to make this unique dish for dinner. Homemade cheesy...


    Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

    5 reviews

    My chocolate chip cookie bars are often requested at church dinners. They're tasty and easy to serve. —Barbara Witte, Irving,...


    Oatmeal Pie

    2 reviews

    This delicious oatmeal pie recipe came from my mother. My husband especially enjoys it during the holidays. I have shared...