Caramel Havarti
Havarti cheese is a wonderful dessert cheese and is made even better by pecans, caramel topping and apples. This recipe...
Hot Chocolate Pumpkin Cake
Hot chocolate is my go-to winter indulgence. To go with it, I like this moist pumpkin cake dusted with cocoa...
Chocolate-Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars
I created this by taking my favorite cheesecake brownie recipe, which is about 40 years old, and kicking it up...
Frosted Pumpkin Gems
If I don't hold back my four hungry sons (ages 6,5,4 and 2), they'll eat a third of the batch...
Sausage-Stuffed Pumpkins
Baking a meal in a pumpkin is such a fun fall idea! To serve the dish, cut the pumpkin into...
Pasta Squiggles with Pumpkin Sauce
My family loves this spiral pasta in a tasty pumpkin sauce. Make it for Halloween and call it Creepy-Crawly Noodles!...
Pumpkin Delight Magic Bars
My mother never wrote down her delightful recipes, so I created this recipe as a holiday tribute to her. They're...
Pumpkin Soup
While it looks elegant and is an appealing addition to a holiday meal, this creamy soup is so simple to...
Hot Holiday Cider
This slightly tart apple cider is perfect for a holiday open house. It fills the room with a wonderful aroma....
Frozen Pumpkin Mousse Pie
The fluffed filling in this mouthwatering pie forms beautiful peaks and is nutmeg-colored. Rich and creamy, this popular dessert tastes...
Spiced Pumpkin Coffee Shakes
The winter holidays are my favorite time of year, and this spiced pumpkin drink is one reason I love the...
Mummy-Wrapped Brie
You can assemble our baked Brie appetizer in advance and bake it right before the party. —Marion Lowery, Medford, Oregon
Apple Nachos
It doesn't get much easier than whipping together these colorful, crisp apple nachos. These nacho look-alikes will delight any guest...
Eyeball Cookies
All eyes will definitely be on these adorable cookies when they're set on any buffet table. I created them for...
Homemade Butterscotch Pudding
Homemade pudding reminds me of my grandma and how she turned milk and eggs into creamy textures before my eyes....
Sweet-and-Sour Sausages
A perfect buffet appetizer, these zesty links also make a great main course. I've prepared them so often that I...
Original Brown Butter Refrigerator Cookies
I especially like these cookies because they’re quick and easy to prepare. I can mix them up in a few...
Party Time Mini Cheeseburgers
Kids and adults alike will love the taste of these moist and mouthwatering mini burgers. Juiced up with pickle relish...
Gruesome Green Toes
With only four ingredients and no baking, you'll be in and out of the kitchen in no time with this...
Pecan Cheese Logs
Monterey Jack, Colby and cream cheese come together with seasonings to create these logs that everyone will enjoy. Roll them...
Jack-o’-Lantern Cake
I pieced two fluted tube pan cakes together to make this gap-toothed grinner that will make the best-ever centerpiece at...
Black Cat Cookies
Our children look forward to helping me bake these cute cat cookies each year. They've become experts at making the...
Spicy Skeleton Ribs
These ribs are sure to add kick to the party thanks to the haunting combination of spices. This can be...
Thanksgiving Cake
Try out this Thanksgiving cake! You'll be glad you did—it will conjure up a host of smiles during...
Pumpkin Ice Cream
This recipe really captures the flavor of fall. It's good with or without the gingersnaps.
Autumn Stew
After our kids carve their Halloween pumpkins, I use the discarded pieces in this savory pumpkin stew. My family eagerly...
Candy Corn Cookies
Get a head start on these buttery cookies by shaping and chilling the homemade dough ahead of time. When you're...
Roasted Autumn Vegetable Soup
Roasting sweet potatoes, carrots and parsnips brings out their best features. Blend them, and you have a warm, healthy soup...
Mulled Merlot
This mulled wine recipe is sure to warm up your holiday guests! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen