Christmas Recipes

This crunchy, colorful salad is full of fresh veggies, straight from our garden. It’s drizzled with my tangy pine nut...

Want a change from chocolate cake? Try this elegant lemon raspberry cake packed with refreshing citrus flavor, from the cake...

My mom's is the absolute best pumpkin pie I've ever tasted. Eggnog is her signature ingredient in the creamy custard...

Field editor Marian Platt of Sequim, Washington shares her luscious Coffee Whip Dessert, a smooth and creamy finale fit for...

After this ruby red pie got rave reviews on Thanksgiving, I was happy to bake it again for Christmas dinner....

It’s a snap to dress up ham steaks with just a handful of kitchen staples. You won’t believe how quickly...

This bread also is wonderful as toast for breakfast or any time with a cup of tea. It is just...

I remember my Aunt Murna telling me she made this cake often when she was a young girl. Through the...

My mom shared this delicious recipe when I needed to bring a dish to a breakfast potluck. Everyone loved it....

—Louise Gilbert, Quesnel, British Columbia

This sweet, dark bread from Jeanne Perdue of Houston, Texas has a nice level of spice that makes it perfect...

My family looks forward to my mom's hot cross buns every year. She's a wonderful lady and cook who makes...

These peanut butter logs have definitely stood the test of time. My husband has been enjoying them since he was...

These are an old-fashioned favorite that my family loves. Kids can help by rolling them in confectioners' sugar and placing...

Mom dresses up convenient frozen peas with a quick-to-fix cheese sauce that our family loves.

Tangy and fruity, this festive gelatin mold is not only easy to prepare but pretty, too. Once they've tried it,...

A nice alternative to traditional pie, this layered pumpkin dessert is a big hit during the holidays. I get many...

You only need to stir together a few ingredients for this delightful take on traditional iced tea. After just one...

Spoon this smooth sauce from our Test Kitchen over waffles or pancakes for a fabulous breakfast. Or try over ice...

“My mom created this wonderful dessert after tasting something similar,” writes Debbie Kersh in Springtown, Texas. The sweet bars boast...

Homemade dinner rolls couldn’t be tastier. Their buttery flavor makes them a heartwarming accompaniment to soups, salads and a variety...

Winter winds can blow strong here on the Jersey shore. But this rich soup featuring potatoes, beans and sour cream...

These savory biscuits have a flavorful tomato and bacon filling. “I got the recipe at a friend’s house one Thanksgiving,”...

A no-fuss side dish is great when entertaining. The asparagus is cooked and chilled in advance, then stands at room...

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

This cool and creamy dip keeps the oven free for other foods on Thanksgiving. You can make the base in...

For an elegant table topper, create this centerpiece showcasing simple-to-make sugared fruit. It's not only eye-catching but edible as well.

I created this soup while trying to duplicate one I enjoyed at a restaurant in Philadelphia. It isn’t exactly right,...

These miniature tarts feature whole pecans, a caramel-like filling, and a butter and cream cheese crust that melts right in...