Handprint Turkey Cookies
Creating these tom treats is just as much fun as gobbling them up! When preparing this cookie recipe years ago,...
Caramel-Pecan Apple Slices
Here's a warm, decadent side dish for fall or winter brunches. Ready to eat in only 15 minutes, the apples...
Cheddar Mashed Cauliflower
Want an alternative to mashed potatoes? Try cauliflower jazzed up with cheddar cheese and rosemary. —Chrystal Baker, Studio City, California
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...
Cranberry Pecan Tassies
A traditional pecan tassie is a small tart with nuts. This holiday version adds cranberries. How festive! —Peggy West, Georgetown,...
Turkey Crescent Wreath
This savory wreath is as pretty to look at as it is to eat! When hosting a get-together the day...
Mushroom Sour Cream Gravy
My grandma made this gravy every Thanksgiving to drizzle over sliced turkey and stuffing. When I have leftover turkey and...
Cranberry Crumble Coffee Cake
People are delighted to find the ruby cranberry sauce swirled inside this tempting coffee cake. With the crumble topping, moist...
Slow-Cooker Christmas Punch
This holiday, why not indulge in a warm ruby red punch made in the slow cooker? We use cinnamon and...
Herbed Apple-Cranberry Bread Dressing
Not all stuffings are created equal. My version of the classic side dish features apples for a sweet crunch and...
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...
Apple Butter Cake Roll
This is a new take on a pumpkin roll. Her spicy gingerbread cake might make you think back fondly to...
Cranberry Cheese Crumb Pie
My mind works overtime to plan treats that surprise the family. They give this cranberry pie a “wow” and invite...
Cranberry-Orange Trifle
I make this showstopper for many occasions, slightly changing—or adding—ingredients. I sometimes add toasted coconut between the layers. —Raymonde Bourgeois,...
Pumpkin Pan Rolls
Serve these spicy-sweet pumpkin rolls for dinner—or at any time of day–and get ready to hear a chorus of yums...
Sausage-Stuffed Pumpkins
Baking a meal in a pumpkin is such a fun fall idea! To serve the dish, cut the pumpkin into...
Pumpkin Apple Pie
The first time I made this for my family, they gobbled up this wonderful change-of-pace holiday dessert. It has a...
Candied Acorn Squash Slices
This acorn squash recipe was passed down to me from my grandma, who always served it at Thanksgiving. Now I...
Cranberry Pecan Pie
I first prepared this pie at Thanksgiving to share with my co-workers. It was such a success! Now I freeze...
Turkey Legs with Mushroom Gravy
Whenever we had company—which was quite often—this dish was a sure hit. We farmed 20 acres for 30 years, so...
Spiced Pumpkin French Toast Casserole
What a sweet way to start your morning! It’s perfect for the holidays, but we enjoy it year-round. Prep the...
Pumpkin Chip Cupcakes
I love these cupcakes that are loaded with chocolate chips and chopped walnuts. My mom makes them for dessert on...
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...
Cranberry Pudding
This recipe was given to me years ago by my Aunt Lena, who lived on Cape Cod where cranberries are...
Baked Cranberry Pudding
This is an old-fashioned pudding that's a cranberry lover's delight. Serve warm topped with whipped cream for an elegant look,...
Pumpkin Mousse Trifle
You can speed up this recipe by using a store-bought pound cake or baking and freezing one ahead of time....
Pumpkin Soup
While it looks elegant and is an appealing addition to a holiday meal, this creamy soup is so simple to...
Praline Pumpkin Torte
Homemade pralines, big poufs of whipped cream and spiced cake make this torte
decadent to the last bite. It's...