Holidays & Events

It’s time to celebrate! Get inspired to go above-and-beyond with our special recipes for holidays and events that take you from appetizers to dessert.

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    Barley Chicken Chili

    4 reviews

    I was looking for a new recipe for chicken when I discovered a dish I thought my husband might like....


    Spicy Beans and Rice

    2 reviews

    "I make this for a quick meal when we are in a hurry, but I still want to feed my...


    Ramen Noodle Salad

    1 review

    With added crunch from ramen noodles and sunflower seeds, plus a sweet, glossy dressing, this lively salad is a definite...


    Chicken Cheese Soup

    2 reviews

    —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Greendale, Wisconsin


    Mexican Vegetable Pizza

    2 reviews

    Hold the pepperoni! From North Tonawanda, New York, Barbara Nowakowski shares a change-of-pace pizza that's big on veggie flavor. Topped...


    Chicken Bow Tie Salad

    2 reviews

    "I first prepared this pasta salad for a family picnic at a national park and everyone really enjoyed it. I'm...


    Monkey Muffins

    70 reviews

    These bite-sized peanut butter, banana and chocolate chip muffins will be a favorite with your family and friends. They are...


    Slow-Cooked White Chili

    6 reviews

    This satisfying slow-simmered chili features chicken, two kinds of beans and crunchy corn. "It's quick, easy and tastes great," says...

    Chili Cheese Soup

    1 review

    To cut down on last minute preparation, Kyle Gray chops the vegetables from this rich soup the night before and...


    Chicken Enchilada Dip

    20 reviews

    A friend brought this appetizer to our house for a dinner party. Everyone loved the zesty chicken and cheese dip...


    Mozzarella-Stuffed Italian Meatballs

    4 reviews

    Three kinds of meat infuse these meatballs with authentic, Italian flavor. The surprise of fresh mozzarella cheese inside is always...


    Refrigerator Lime Cheesecake

    7 reviews

    I made this for a Father's Day party, and it was a hit! I guarantee compliments when you serve this...


    Seafood Enchiladas

    2 reviews

    I received this recipe from an old friend for the family many years ago, and my family still loves it...


    Black Bean and Beef Tostadas

    6 reviews

    You only need a handful of ingredients to make one of our family’s favorites. It's also easy to double for...


    Burrito Pie

    6 reviews

    Layers of cheese, meat sauce and tortillas create a satisfying Mexican lasagna kids of all ages will love. The recipe...


    Blackened Pork Caesar Salad

    1 review

    When I cook, the goal is to have enough leftovers for lunch the next day. This Caesar with pork has...


    Spicy Creamed Corn

    2 reviews

    "One of my family's favorite vegetables is corn, and this quick corn dish is so easy to prepare," assures Nancy...

    Mexican Spaghetti Sauce

    3 reviews

    This thick chili-like sauce from Sandi Leonard of Peculiar, Missouri gives spaghetti a southwestern zip.


    Tortilla Pinwheels

    1 review

    For a quick appetizer for any party, this is perfect recipe. It is so easy to blend the ingredients together...


    Tangy Turkey Tostadas

    13 reviews

    I'm a health fitness specialist and personal trainer, so I know how important it is to make smart food choices...


    Peach Melba Trifle

    3 reviews

    This dream of a dessert tastes extra good on a busy day, because you can make it ahead of time!...


    Taco Salad Waffles

    3 reviews

    What a quick and easy twist on the usual Mexican fare. This recipe is perfect for a build-your-own party for...


    Brisket ‘n’ Bean Burritos

    6 reviews

    This easy recipe is stuffed with not one, but two kinds of meat: smoky bacon and tender beef brisket. —Ruth...

    Southwest Bean Soup

    14 reviews

    I made up this recipe because I'm a member of a weight loss program and want to lose weight safely....


    Mexican Cheesecake

    11 reviews

    People will rave over this super-easy cheesecake appetizer. I've made this recipe several times at parties, and people were so...


    Berry, Lemon and Doughnut Hole Trifle

    1 review

    After my son called and said he was bringing home his college roommates, I was able to whip up this...


    No-Bake Cookie Butter Blossoms

    5 reviews

    Chewy and sweet, these easy treats mix Rice Krispies, cookie spread and chocolate kisses in an unforgettable spin on an...


    Nacho Chicken Casserole

    3 reviews

    "My fiance never tires of this cheesy Southwestern dish," notes Caroline Nielsen from Wausau, Wisconsin.


    Blackberry White Chocolate Cheesecake Cups

    3 reviews

    I read that white chocolate intensifies the flavor of blackberries. It's true! The crunch of baking chips, the blackberry puree,...