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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    Fast Honey-Mustard Salad Dressing

    5 reviews

    This delicious dressing has only four ingredients, but it's big on flavor. My family loves this thick, tangy golden topping...


    Chocolate Truffle Cake

    55 reviews

    Love chocolate? Then this tender, luxurious layer cake is for you. With a ganache glaze and a fabulous bittersweet filling,...


    Spicy Tomato Juice

    7 reviews

    You can drink this juice plain or use it in most any recipe like chili that calls for vegetable juice...


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    Fold-Over Tortilla Bake

    45 reviews

    Here’s something a little different to shake up taco night. But don’t reserve this zippy dish for a weeknight—it’s perfect...


    Italian Chicken Soup

    5 reviews

    This satisfying soup gets its Italian flair from fennel, thyme, basil and orzo pasta. If you don't start with a...


    Mexican Ground Beef Casserole

    51 reviews

    Born out of a need to rid the fridge of extras, this Mexican ground beef casserole recipe is flexible. Add...


    Speedy Shepherd’s Pie

    26 reviews

    Turn mashed potatoes and a few pantry staples into cozy comfort food. This recipe is really flexible, so if you...


    Chicken and Sausage Stew

    2 reviews

    I enjoy cooking for family and friends, but I don't want to break the bank. That's why I frequently rely...

    Frosted Harvest Cake

    70 reviews

    Craving brownies but want something a little bit different? Indulge in a fall-flavored version topped with a cream cheese frosting....


    White Velvet Cutouts

    51 reviews

    We make and decorate these cutouts for different holidays and give lots of them as gifts. Last year, we baked...


    Garden Tomato Salad

    12 reviews

    For as long as I can remember, Mom made a salad of tomatoes and cucumbers. Now I make it whenever...


    Marmalade French Toast Sandwiches

    2 reviews

    I change up these warm, filling sandwiches to be sweet or savory but always a treat. All it takes is...


    Summertime Slaw

    9 reviews

    As a change from mayonnaise-laden slaw, I created this refreshing alternative. It uses many of the garden vegetables I grow,...


    Golden Mashed Potatoes

    6 reviews

    When there's no gravy with the meat, this dish is fabulous to serve in place of regular mashed potatoes. I...


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    Breakfast Wraps

    6 reviews

    We like quick and simple morning meals during the week, and these wraps are great when prepared ahead of time....


    Slow-Cooked Pork Burritos

    8 reviews

    I have been making these slow-cooker burritos for as long as I can remember, changing the recipe now and then...


    Slow-Cooker Chicken & Black Bean Tacos

    2 reviews

    My husband and I love Mexican food and these tacos have become one of our favorite meals. Try setting out...

    Hot Wing Dip

    25 reviews

    Since I usually have all the ingredients on hand for this recipe, this is a terrific go-to snack when entertaining...


    Rich Baked Spaghetti

    9 reviews

    It takes a little longer to make baked spaghetti, but the difference in taste, texture and richness is well worth...


    Seafood Cioppino

    29 reviews

    If you're looking for a great seafood recipe for your slow cooker, this classic fish stew is just the ticket....


    Apple-Cranberry Relish

    4 reviews

    This fresh, ruby-colored cranberry apple relish is sweet and tangy, and the celery gives it a terrific crunch. At our...


    Rich Rum Cake

    3 reviews

    We like a touch of rum for the holidays, and this orangy rum cake is decadent alone or with big...


    One-Pot Chilighetti

    15 reviews

    Grab your stockpot for my meal-in-one chili and spaghetti. I’ve got a large family, and this hearty pasta takes care...

    Chocolate Swirl Delight

    29 reviews

    I made a few updates to a great recipe and ended up with an impressive dessert. Everyone loves its light...


    Prosciutto-Pesto Breakfast Strata

    4 reviews

    I'd never tried prosciutto before this recipe, and it instantly made me a big-time fan! The layers of flavor in...


    Chicken Cordon Bleu Crescent Ring

    11 reviews

    A classic cordon bleu has chicken, cheese and ham. To change it up, roll everything inside crescent dough for a...


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    Peppermint Swirl Fudge

    15 reviews

    Indulge in candy-shop flavor with these rich swirled squares. For Christmasy color, I add crushed peppermint candies and red food...


    Homemade Lemon Bars

    17 reviews

    When these tangy bars were served in my husband's childhood, family meals were memorably complete. That's still true today for...


    Orange & Coffee Martini

    3 reviews

    With its pretty jeweled color and complementary orange-coffee flavor, this impressive martini lends an elegant, upscale feel to any party.—Taste...