Thanksgiving Recipes

With four sons in service during World War II, my mother sent these favorite cookies as a taste from home...

Encourage guests to mingle by serving these cute little morsels. They’re transportable, mess-free and easy to eat in a few...

No one will guess this showstopper dessert with luscious cinnamon frosting starts with a mix! It's a year-round favorite. —Linda...

This is an Old World recipe derived from my grandmother, who didn't use traditional measuring cups. We figured out this...

This recipe truly lives up to its name. The pecan-dotted cake is stacked in three layers, and made-from-scratch frosting is...

My kids love these pumpkin seeds and want them every fall. A little bit of pulp in the mix really...

Here's a charming use for pumpkin. Bursting with flavor and plenty of eye-catching appeal, these sweet and spicy filled cupcakes...

This sweet treat is especially when garnished with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream. The...

This light homemade pumpernickel bread is our absolute favorite. It uses molasses rather than sugar, and rye and whole wheat...

I can't go to any Christmas gathering without this show-stopping dessert in tow. The combination of cranberries, chocolate and orange...

I like to spice up our Thanksgiving dinner with this special dessert featuring two popular holiday flavors. A delicious alternative...

This moist and tender pecan upside-down cake is packed with pecans and sweetness. Although still not a "light" dessert, it...

This sugar-free pie is so delicious, you can't even detect the artificial sweetener in the filling. I always get rave...

These mini pies are ideal for nibbling at holiday parties. If ground beef isn't your preference, change up the flavor...

I make a cornbread-style bake with sausage, maple syrup and apples when we want a hearty breakfast casserole. It’s sweet,...

Mushrooms and water chestnuts give new life to the ordinary green bean casserole. Every time I make it for friends,...

I wanted to make a gluten-free apple cider doughnut that tasted so good, the fact that it’s gluten-free is beside...

This crisp is packed with a combination of healthy pears and apples, and just the right amount of tasty walnuts...

These simple pancakes taste so great, you don't even need syrup! Liven them up by adding cranberries, orange juice and...

You can pack a lot of flavor into an elegant appetizer just by using the right combination of ingredients. I...

The result of our makeover is a delicious, creamy, cheesy casserole perfect for any night of the year. While the...

Pumpkin pie and cheesecake go together perfectly in these bars. They are absolutely delightful and easy to make. —Sharon Kurtz,...

Jewel-toned fruits team up to pack this pretty pie with festive flavor. The recipe is one that our four grown...

Poultry seasoning and celery salt make this hearty loaf taste like just like stuffing. It's the perfect bread to serve...

When you want an extra-special dessert for the holidays, it’s hard to beat a seasonal homemade cake. I like to...

I first received a sample of these light, wonderful angel biscuits, along with the recipe, from an elderly gentleman friend....

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

—Marilyn Ellis, Canyon Lake, Pennsylvania

Even though Mother baked this tall, beautiful cake often when I was growing up, it was a real treat every...