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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    Beefy Sweet Potato Chili

    1 review

    There's no better way to warm up than with a bowl of this chili. We created this recipe with friends...


    Root Beer Glazed Ham

    3 reviews

    For a unique spin on the traditional glazed ham recipe, try this southern specialty where the secret ingredient is root...


    Coconut Almond Candy

    The secret ingredient in this homemade candy is a true surprise—no one tasting these delicious morsels will guess what’s in...


    Very Vanilla Cupcakes

    6 reviews

    Everyone loves a vanilla cupcake. My recipe is a vanilla lovers dream—it's a vanilla cupcake topped with vanilla buttercream. To...


    Beer-Braised Stew

    10 reviews

    Guests will take one bite of this savory stew and immediately know something is different. And they'll never guess the...


    Nacho Snack Mix

    10 reviews

    This colorful mixture of bite-sized snack foods, cereal and crackers gets its south-of-the-border accent from taco seasoning. “The recipe makes...


    Mini Nutella Doughnuts

    1 review

    You can make these bites in advance and refrigerate them before frying. Just be sure to bring the dough to...


    Hearty Pasta Fagioli

    24 reviews

    Here's a convenient spin on a classic Italian favorite. Spaghetti sauce and canned broth form the flavorful base. —Cindy Garland,...

    Veggie Bean Tacos

    2 reviews

    In the summer when fresh corn and just-picked tomatoes are in season, authentic Mexican dishes like this leave you always...


    Teriyaki Pineapple Drumsticks

    8 reviews

    We have a large family and throw big parties, so I look for ways to free my husband from the...


    Grandma Riley’s Banana Cake

    11 reviews

    This favorite recipe has been passed down through my husband’s family. His grandmother wrote this out for me shortly after...


    Grapefruit Yogurt Cake

    1 review

    We eat grapefruit for breakfast and in winter fruit salads—why not for dessert? Here's a sweet-tart cake that's easy, delicious...


    Mini Reuben Casseroles

    5 reviews

    These cute and creamy little casseroles have the classic flavors of a Reuben sandwich. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen


    Meringue Cranberry Pie

    Folks who favor the tartness of cranberries will fall for this pretty pie. The crimson berries look so beautiful under...


    Pina Colada Tube Cake

    15 reviews

    We named this a “pina colada” cake because it has coconut, pineapple and rum. It’s a soothing finish at the...


    Never-Fail Pecan Pie

    1 review

    This incredible pecan pie recipe came from my mother-in-law. Her pies were a were a hit everywhere she took them...


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    Twice-Baked Cheddar Potato Casserole

    40 reviews

    Bacon, cheddar and sour cream turn ordinary potatoes into an extraordinary twice baked potato casserole. It's one of our family's...

    Creamy Coconut Rice Pudding Parfaits

    When my daughter’s friends come over for lunch, she treats them to her tropical parfaits made with brown rice and...


    Slow-Cooker Round Steak

    8 reviews

    Quick-and-easy recipes like this are a real plus, especially around the holidays. Serve this slow-cooker round steak over mashed potatoes,...


    Colorful Veggie Bake

    10 reviews

    It's impossible to resist this cheesy casserole with a golden crumb topping sprinkled over colorful vegetables. A versatile side that...


    Monte Cristo Casserole with Raspberry Sauce

    8 reviews

    My husband likes the ham and cheese sandwich known as the Monte Cristo. I based this casserole on the sandwich,...


    Quick Coleslaw

    5 reviews

    Unlike some coleslaws that need to be refrigerated awhile to blend flavors, this version can be served right away with...


    Western Omelet Casserole

    4 reviews

    We make a Western-style omelet with ham and hash browns using the slow cooker. From youngest to oldest at brunch,...

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    Ice Cream Cookie Dessert

    36 reviews

    Our family loves dessert, and this chocolaty, layered treat is one of Mom's most-requested recipes. It's so easy to prepare...


    Turkey Barbecue

    1 review

    Cayenne and lemon pepper add zip to this tantalizing shredded turkey that will have guests lining up for seconds. The...


    Sour Cream Peach Kuchen

    12 reviews

    For an old-fashioned treat, there's nothing that beats my mom's peach kuchen. With a melt-in-your-mouth crust and a lightly sweet...


    Fruit-Pecan Pork Roast

    3 reviews

    This spectacular roast was a huge hit with members of the cooking club I belong to. The sweet, tangy fruit...


    Chicken Corn Fritters

    2 reviews

    I've always loved corn fritters, but they weren't satisfying as a main dish. I came up with this recipe and...


    Healthier Chocolate Zucchini Bread

    21 reviews

    With some basic changes, we were able to keep all the flavor of this chocolate zucchini bread recipe from Jennifer...