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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    Candied Cereal Mix

    "This is a favorite treat at our house," says Lisa Elliott of West Plains, Missouri. "It's so easy to make...


    Blood Orange Punch

    This tangy punch is festive, refreshing and easy to prepare. Instead of plain ice cubes, I add frozen orange juice...


    Gingerbread Cake with Whipped Cream Frosting

    Pleasantly-spiced gingerbread and crunchy nuts are the stars in this stunning dessert. Top the delectable delight with spiced whipped cream...


    Char Siu Pork Lettuce Cups

    The Asian influence here in the Hawaiian islands inspired my char siu recipe. It’s tasty as is, in a bun,...


    Cranberry Amaretto Bread Pudding

    This is an update to a recipe that's been in our family for three generations. The combination of white chocolate...


    Curried Lamb and Potatoes

    Loads of rich flavors and spices make this a warming, inviting meal. It’s a great way to impress at a...


    Basic Boiled Potatoes

    Cook a big pot of red potatoes, and you'll not only have a fuss-free side dish, but a head start...


    Giant Meatball Sub

    As either a hearty party sandwich or a filling lunch or dinner, this sub will rise to the top of...

    Egg ‘n’ Cress Tea Sandwiches

    These tea sandwiches look very festive when we cut them out with a holly leaf cookie cutter. We use both...


    Mediterranean Tuna Pasta Salad

    Cubed tuna steak dresses up this hearty, Greek-style pasta salad. The mild tuna flavor blends nicely with the olives, feta...


    German Chocolate Upside Down Cake

    This recipe is my mother's—she's an excellent baker and cook. There was always some new food for my three brothers...


    Pork with Apple-Cream Sauce

    Fix this easy pork entree from Margaret Lowenberg of Kingman, Arizona and sit down to a savory, satisfying meal.


    Raisin Bread

    This bread also is wonderful as toast for breakfast or any time with a cup of tea. It is just...


    Nanaimo Bars

    My mother taught me to make these rich, delicious bar cookies when I was young. Though I've tried many variations,...


    Healthy Cheesecake

    This creamy dessert has a mild lemon flavor that offers a refreshing twist to the old-time favorite. —Jean Castle, Comer,...


    Creamy Onion Gravy

    You don't need to worry about having enough pan drippings from your turkey to make this gravy from our Test...


    Orange Biscuits

    These biscuits are a special treat with a ham dinner, but they're also delicious just by themselves. They're often requested...

    Peanut Butter Bars

    I got this recipe when working as a school cafeteria manager years ago. These bars were so popular with kids...


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    New Year’s Punch

    Our family toasts to the New Year with this sparkling beverage. I've also prepared it for spring luncheons and bridal...


    Herbed Accordion Dinner Rolls

    To dress up everyday dinner rolls, brush herbed butter over the dough, then form accordion rolls. The aroma from the...


    Dressing for a Crowd

    Dressing for a Crowd is a tried-and-true church-super recipe shared by Sue Norem of Ellsworth, Iowa.


    Festive Tea Sandwiches

    These delicate sandwiches were the memorable first course at a Victorian tea we held for the ladies of our congregation....


    Marmalade-Glazed Chicken Wings

    A must-try recipe that even a wing skeptic will love. Orange marmalade lends an unexpected twist on flavor. —Taste of...

    Smoked Salmon Appetizer

    I often spoon my salmon spread onto endive leaves for an easy and pretty presentation. It’s a healthful addition to...


    Turtle Chips

    Salty-sweet, crunchy-chewy—so many sensations in one delectable bite. This is the absolute easiest recipe to make! Both kids and adults...


    Bananas Foster Pie

    I love peanut butter with banana, so it only made sense to me to create a pie with that combination....


    Sassy Salsa Meat Loaves

    Here's a twist on classic meat loaf. You can make these loaves ahead, and they’ll last for a few days....


    Cookie Swirl Cobbler

    An extra-rich chocolate chip cookie dough and crescent roll topping provide a tasty twist on a classic cherry cobbler. Serve...


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    Creme de Menthe Cupcakes

    We use creme de menthe liqueur (the term means "mint cream" in French) to add a cool touch to these...