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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    Chorizo and Eggs Ranchero

    3 reviews

    For a festive Mexican breakfast, we do chorizo and huevos rancheros. Add refried beans and cheddar, and serve everything in...


    Gooey Caramel Chocolate Bars

    There is one word for these bars—scrumptious! I once substituted peanut butter chips for the chocolate chips...they're wonderful that way,...


    Celebration Punch

    This pretty fruit punch has just the right amount of sweetness. The ice ring keeps it cool for hours without...


    Baked Pork Chops with Stuffing

    6 reviews

    For a lip-smacking change, combine plain pork chops with green beans and a mild cheese sauce for a swift supper....


    Saucy BBQ Chicken Thighs

    5 reviews

    Barbecued chicken gets a makeover in this recipe. The combination of ingredients makes for a mellow flavor that tastes more...


    Creamy Sweet Potato and Veggie Soup

    3 reviews

    I tasted a delicious soup in a restaurant but couldn't persuade the chef to share the recipe, so I began...


    Bison Chili

    4 reviews

    This classic recipe of the American frontier is so meaty you can almost eat it with a fork. The zippy...


    Hearty Split Pea Soup

    62 reviews

    For a different spin on traditional pea soup, try this split pea soup recipe with corned beef. The flavor is...

    Christmas Bread

    1 review

    Fruitcake is a traditional Christmas treat, but my family and friends prefer this slightly sweet bread. It's so pretty drizzled...


    Kipplens

    19 reviews

    My Great-Aunt Hilda makes this recipe every Christmas, and everybody loves them! Kipplens taste a lot like Mexican wedding cakes,...


    Cranberry-Apple Nut Crunch

    4 reviews

    My mother gave me the recipe for this dessert, which I think is especially pretty and very appropriate for fall....


    Apple-Topped Ham Steak

    7 reviews

    Sweet apples combine nicely with tangy mustard in this dish to create a luscious topping for skillet-fried ham steak. I...


    Lemon Chicken with Basil

    2 reviews

    No matter when I eat it, this tangy slow-cooked chicken reminds me of summer meals with friends and family. —Deborah...


    Cheesy Squash

    9 reviews

    I'm a retired police officer and now a deputy sheriff who loves to cook. But with my busy schedule, I...


    Slow-Cooked Smokies

    14 reviews

    I like to include these little smokies smothered in barbecue sauce on all my appetizer buffets since they're popular with...


    Sweet Potato Lentil Stew

    13 reviews

    I fell in love with the spicy aromas in this sweet potato lentil stew. Add whatever ingredients you have on...


    Beef Filets with Portobello Sauce

    14 reviews

    These tasty steaks seem special, but they are fast enough for an everyday dinner. We enjoy the mushroom-topped filets with...

    Great Northern Bean Stew

    20 reviews

    This thick and hearty stew with great northern beans is sure to chase the winter chills away. —Mildred Sherrer, Fort...


    Mom’s Cinnamon Flapjacks

    2 reviews

    Kids will love helping to create our fun breakfast treat for mom. Remember this syrup. It’s delightful and so easy!...


    3-Ingredient Watermelon Sorbet

    1 review

    No ice cream maker is needed to make this easy, 3-ingredient watermelon sorbet recipe. We couldn't keep enough watermelon in...


    Honey Garlic Dressing

    The apple and garlic flavors balance well in this sweet, honey infused dressing from Janet Morgan-Cavallaro of Pincourt, Quebec that...


    Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal

    6 reviews

    There's nothing like a bowl of warm oatmeal in the morning, and my spiced version works in a slow cooker....


    Hot Spiced Berry Punch

    I like to make punch in the slow cooker for parties. Add a splash of bourbon or whisky for an...

    Deluxe Hash Brown Casserole

    3 reviews

    My son-in-law gave me the recipe for this hash brown casserole, which my kids say is addictive. It's an amazing...


    Family-Favorite Italian Beef Sandwiches

    8 reviews

    With only a few ingredients, this roast beef is a snap to throw together. And after cooking all day, the...


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    Forgotten Jambalaya

    163 reviews

    During chilly times of the year, I fix this jambalaya at least once a month. It’s so easy—just chop the...


    Black Forest Dump Cake

    10 reviews

    I make a black forest cake the easy way: Dump everything into a dish and let the magic happen. Give...


    Spiced Apple Oatmeal

    3 reviews

    These easy apple-y oats let your family have a warm and cozy breakfast no matter how busy you are. —Teri...


    Dilly Cheese Ball

    4 reviews

    My whole family devours this herby cheese spread—even my son, the chef. Serve it with your favorite crackers. —Jane Vince,...