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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    Squash au Gratin

    1 review

    This is a fabulous-tasting dish that has an awesome aroma while baking. Tart apples add a fruity flavor. —Deb Williams,...


    French Chocolate Cake

    4 reviews

    Tender cake layers, a delightful fudge filling and a light and airy frosting await your taste buds! "If you're a...


    Blue Cheese-Onion Steak Bites

    2 reviews

    I love the flavor pairing of blue cheese and steak. Adding garlic and onion make it even better. This is...


    Dilled New Potatoes

    5 reviews

    With six kids at home, I try to grow as much of our own food as possible, and our big...


    Polish Sauerkraut Bread

    Hearty, chewy slices of this light rye bread are terrific by themselves or with a favorite meal.


    Fantastic Artichoke Pizza

    It seems I'm always entertaining at the last minute. I keep many of the ingredients for this rich pizza on...


    Czech Christmas Bread

    My grandmother and aunt used to bake these lovely, traditional loaves every Christmas. I like my sliced toasted and buttered...


    Godfather Crostini

    2 reviews

    We’re going to make you an offer you can’t refuse: Spend just a few minutes in the kitchen to serve...

    Vanilla Bean Fizz

    A homemade vanilla bean syrup from our home economists fabulously flavors Champagne. The bubbly beverage is ideal for holidays throughout...


    Triple Berry Shortcake

    1 review

    My great-great-grandmother handed down her shortcake recipe. I’m sharing it because it’s way too fabulous to keep it a secret!...


    TLC (Thanksgiving Leftover Casserole)

    4 reviews

    Turkey, stuffing and veggie leftovers come together into a fabulous casserole. There’s comfort in every bite. —Barbara Lento, Houston, Pennsylvania


    Fresh Fruit Salad with Honey-Orange Dressing

    I first made this fruit salad for my husband’s surprise party on his 73rd birthday. It’s been a hit ever...


    Coconut Pound Cake with Lime Glaze

    1 review

    This pound cake is the best! Oven temps will vary, so if the cake is not done after 1 hour...


    Jumbo Chocolate Cutouts

    The recipe for these light cookies has been passed down from generation to generation. Have a little extra fun with...


    Dilled Mushroom Turnovers

    1 review

    My bite-sized mushroom pastries are hard to resist. For parties, I prep and freeze them ahead, then pop them into...


    Broccoli Crescent Appetizers

    2 reviews

    Elena Falk's munchable morsels are always a hit at home in Versailles, Ohio. The golden crescent rolls are almost comfort...


    Orange-Date Nut Cake

    2 reviews

    One of my fondest memories as a child was the scent of this cake cooling on my mom’s dining room...

    Au Gratin Potatoes with Green Chiles

    1 review

    These cheesy potatoes would be quite popular at holiday meals or potlucks. I like to serve it with my holiday...


    Coconut Dream Cake

    My friends and family love this beautiful cake. I keep it refrigerated before serving to keep it moist and sweet....


    Moist Banana Bread

    40 reviews

    I found this moist banana bread with pudding recipe in a family cookbook, and it’s been a favorite ever since....


    Eggs Benedict Brunch Braid

    4 reviews

    I make this ahead and serve it for Christmas morning breakfast. It has the ingredients of a classic eggs Benedict,...


    Szechuan Sugar Snap Peas

    Simple seasonings transform crisp, sweet sugar snap peas into an unbeatable side dish your family will love. Chopped walnuts can...


    Italian Fennel Salad

    Not familiar with fennel? Crunchy and slightly sweet, it's a refreshing contribution to any spring side dish. Give this effortless...

    One-Pot Spinach Beef Soup

    42 reviews

    My idea of a winning weeknight meal is this beefy soup simmering in one big pot. Grate some Parmesan and...


    Maple-Bacon Doughnut Bites

    3 reviews

    While these delicious bite-size treats are ready in minutes, they’ll disappear in a flash. And don’t relegate the deep-fried goodness...


    Red Wine & Cranberry Poached Pears

    1 review

    While being poached, the pear absorbs the sweetness and spice from the sugar, wine, cinnamon and peppercorn. It makes an...


    Chicken Cutlets

    5 reviews

    I love the combination of chicken and cheese in this chicken cutlet recipe. Parmesan cheese, garlic powder and onion powder...


    Apricot Almond Torte

    26 reviews

    This pretty cake takes a bit of time, so I like to make the layers in advance and assemble it...


    Penguin Cutouts

    15 reviews

    Your children can help decorate these cute Christmas cookies. It’s a memory-making way to get them involved in the kitchen....