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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    Ginger Peach Pies

    I love ginger in any way, shape or form, so I always look for ways to include it in recipes,...


    Mixed Green Salad with Cranberry Vinaigrette

    This colorful salad is a bright and tasty introduction to a special meal. Dried cranberries and tart apples along with...


    Stir-Fry for One

    Whenever I ask my husband what he'd like for dinner, this is what he requests. I double the recipe so...


    Broiled Pork Chops

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    These zippy, tender broiled pork chops are one of my mother's specialties. She's been making them for years. I still...


    Orange-Pistachio Divinity

    Old-fashioned divinity candy is even yummier with a hint of refreshing orange zest and bits of crunchy pistachios. Store-bought versions...


    Lemony Fruit Dip

    As a way to encourage my kids to eat more fruit, I prepare this fluffy dip several times a month....


    Fried Mozzarella Cheese Appetizers

    A crisp coating holds marvelous melted cheese, which tastes terrific when dipped into a homemade tomato sauce.—Jay Davis, Knoxville,...


    Tomato-Bacon Dip with Focaccia

    For a spread with BLT flavor, mix mayo and sour cream, then add bacon and tomato. We use it as...

    Thanksgiving Lover’s Pizza

    Got Thanksgiving Day leftovers? Forget ho-hum turkey sandwiches and try this unique take on pizza instead. Get creative with different...


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    Favorite Chocolate-Bourbon Pecan Tart

    I grew up in Louisiana where, as in most of the South, pecan pie is a staple. This tart variation...


    Honey-Bourbon Hot Chocolate

    My husband and I like to enjoy this grown-up version of hot chocolate on a cold winter evening. It's even...


    Veggie Omelet with Goat Cheese

    My family eats a lot of vegetables so I'll set some aside at dinner to use in an omelet the...


    Cherry-Filled Cookies

    This luscious cherry filling peeking out of these rounds is just a hint of how scrumptious they are. Using a...


    White Chocolate Coconut Fudge

    A small bite of this rich candy is all you need to satisfy a sweet tooth. My family prefers it...


    Puffy Lobster Turnovers

    Tender bits of lobster are nestled in golden brown puff pastry for an easy, elegant appetizer. Get ready to hand...


    Garden Spinach-Potato Salad

    Not only is this summer side dish something to look at, it's a treat for the taste buds, too. The...


    Pistachio-Crusted Chicken Breasts

    As a salesperson in the medical field, I'm often in hospitals during the lunch hour. One day, I was fortunate...

    Lamb Fajitas

    This is a tasty alternative to beef or chicken. I got this recipe from a friend.—Bonnie Hiller, Powell, Wyoming


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    Cranberry Salsa with Cream Cheese

    Here's a busy host's dream! Stir together the zippy, Christmasy red salsa ahead of time, then just spoon it over...


    Champagne Blood Shots

    There's no reason the adults can't get in on Halloween fun, too! You can make the simple syrup and chill...


    Cucumber-Melon Smoothies

    My cool honeydew and cucumber smoothie has only five ingredients. I sometimes add a small avocado to make it extra...


    Cranberry Chip Monkey Bread

    Monkey bread is no stranger at our house, but I wanted a holiday version. This one with cranberries and eggnog...


    Scalloped Potatoes and Veggies

    If you're like me, you're always searching for easy side dishes. This vegetable medley in a creamy cheese sauce couldn't...

    Lemon Raspberry Cheesecake

    Toasted sesame seeds add crunch to the graham cracker crust of this luscious dessert. "Years ago, I led a homemaking...


    Onion Cheese Sauce

    This recipe makes enough to use as smooth, mild sauce on a side vegetable like cauliflower, broccoli or brussel sprouts.—Agnes...


    Apricot-Almond Tartlets

    These delicate, buttery tarts melt in your mouth. With their jeweled apricot tops, they make a pretty presentation on a...


    Two-Cheese Tossed Salad

    Colorful, hearty ingredients and a delectable dressing make second helpings of this salad hard to resist. Cottage cheese is an...


    Vampire Mouths

    Sink your teeth into handheld pies that take on a menacing persona. Using refrigerated pie pastry speeds up prep so...


    Pink Party Punch

    This easy punch will be the highlight of any party. The fruity flavors blend perfectly together, making it impossible to...