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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    Beef Brisket Chili

    3 reviews

    My son and I concocted this beef brisket chili for a chili cook-off at his work. He proudly came home...


    Cranberry Glazed Ham

    12 reviews

    That show-stopping entree you've been hoping for is right here, and it only takes five ingredients to make. The sweet...


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    Caramel-Pecan Cinnamon Rolls

    20 reviews

    These irresistible rolls are perfect as an Easter brunch idea! - Louis Jacobsen, Dallas, Wisconsin


    Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake

    75 reviews

    I said I’d take dessert to a holiday party so I tried this recipe. I’m sure you’ll agree it tastes...


    Ice Cream Bowls

    Once you sample these homemade ice cream waffle bowls from our Test Kitchen, you'll want to serve them time and...


    Three-Meat Spaghetti Sauce

    7 reviews

    “I simmer this hearty sauce in large batches, freeze it and use it for spaghetti, lasagna, mostaccioli and pizza,” writes...


    Braised Herb Pork Chops

    13 reviews

    These herb-packed braised pork chops are perfect for entertaining because they come together quickly and bake for up to 2...


    Old-Fashioned Mincemeat Cookies

    1 review

    Shh! Don't reveal the secret ingredient in this tender, chewy, old-time cookie until after they take a taste. This recipe...

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    Pink Velvet Cupcakes

    51 reviews

    My daughter loves all things pink, so this recipe was just right for her birthday. Even my teenage son (not...


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    Best Banana Ice Cream

    24 reviews

    My son-in-law says this is the best banana ice cream he’s ever had. It’s always requested at family gatherings. —Donna...


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    Jamaican-Style Beef Stew

    17 reviews

    This delicious stew makes a hearty supper with a lighter touch. The leaner cut of meat, herbs and seasonings and...


    Christmas Eve Confetti Pasta

    26 reviews

    This easy Christmas dinner has become a holiday tradition in our home. All the prep is done before we attend...


    Apple and Goat Cheese Salad

    7 reviews

    This goat cheese salad is a light and delicious side dish for almost any meal. The sweetness of the apples,...


    Chocolate Silk Pie

    54 reviews

    This creamy, quick chocolate pie not only melts in your mouth, it also melts any and all resistance to dessert!...


    Cream Cheese Pumpkin Pie

    27 reviews

    This creamy pumpkin pie is a little bit traditional and a little bit modern. But everyone will agree that it's...


    Fresh Peach Salsa

    8 reviews

    Scooped up on a chip or in a taco, peach salsa makes everything taste like summer. It's also great served...


    Contest-Winning Hot Fruit Compote

    5 reviews

    “This sweet and colorful fruit compote is perfect with an egg casserole at a holiday brunch. It can bake right...

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    Crisp Cucumber Salsa

    59 reviews

    Here's a fantastic way to use cucumbers. You'll love the creamy and crunchy texture and super fresh flavors. —Charlene Skjerven,...


    Instant Potato Gnocchi

    8 reviews

    This tasty gnocchi is much easier than it looks and contains almost no saturated fat. “Just serve with your favorite...


    Broccoli-Pasta Side Dish

    16 reviews

    I love to fix new recipes for my husband, Robert, and our children. With garlic and cheese, this broccoli pasta...


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    Creamy Pineapple Fluff Salad

    18 reviews

    Guests of all ages will gravitate to this traditional “fluff” salad, chock-full of pineapple, marshmallows and cherry bits. —Janice Hensley,...


    Barbecued Trout

    4 reviews

    This delicious recipe came from a friend her in Mountain Home. The sauce really gives the fish a wonderful flavor....


    Swedish Gingerbread Cookies

    5 reviews

    Making Swedish pepparkakor—or gingerbread cookies—is a holiday tradition in our family. I entered these at the Iowa State Fair and...

    Savory Roasted Carrots with Mushrooms

    8 reviews

    You’ll need only 10 minutes to get these savory veggies ready for the oven. Then just stir them a few...


    Spicy Peanuts

    2 reviews

    Liven up plain peanuts with a sweet-and-spicy blend of flavors from sugar, cumin and cayenne pepper. You'll want to double...or...


    Banana Custard Pudding

    2 reviews

    This banana custard pudding is easy to stir up anytime. —Hazel Fritchie, Palestine, Illinois


    All-Purpose Meat Seasoning

    2 reviews

    My wonderful mother-in-law, Margarette, gave me this meat seasoning recipe. I like to sprinkle it over boneless pork tenderloin before...


    Contest-Winning Roasted Tomato Soup

    11 reviews

    Just before the first frost of the season, we gather up all of the tomatoes from my mom’s garden to...


    Potato Pumpkin Mash

    3 reviews

    No more plain white mashed potatoes for us! I swirl fresh pumpkin into potatoes for a little extra holiday color....