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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    Champion Chicken Puffs

    17 reviews

    My guests peel rubber getting to the table to munch on these chicken puffs. The tender bites are made with...


    Sour Cream Chocolate Cupcakes

    14 reviews

    My husband and I love these classic moist, chocolaty cupcakes. The sour cream is definitely the ingredient that give them...


    Savory Cucumber Sandwiches

    6 reviews

    Italian salad dressing easily flavors this simple snack. You can also omit the bread and serve the spread as a...


    Strawberry Ghosts

    57 reviews

    Kids will gasp in delight at these adorable ghosts. Juicy strawberries, chocolate and a lick of almond flavor make these...


    Sweet Grilled Onions

    8 reviews

    These onions are so delicious that we prepare them all year long—on the grill in summer, or in an oven...


    Contest-Winning Easy Tiramisu

    18 reviews

    This recipe makes a great quick dessert for a special supper…or anytime. It's easily doubled if needed. What a fun...


    Cookie Cupcakes

    21 reviews

    These cupcakes taste very similar to fluffy chocolate chip cookies and were the signature dish of my husband's Aunt Lois...


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    Pumpkin Spice Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

    184 reviews

    I discovered this wonderful pumpkin cupcake recipe and changed a bit to suit my taste. I love the flavor of...

    Veggie Meatball Soup for 3

    9 reviews

    This hearty soup is a snap to put together before I leave for work. I just add uncooked pasta when...


    Carrot-Spice Cake with Caramel Frosting

    38 reviews

    This cake starts with a mix, but it’s loaded with extras to give it that "from-scratch" flavor. It’s so moist...


    Italian Mushrooms

    32 reviews

    Only four ingredients create a rich and flavorful side dish that goes well with beef and mashed potatoes. —Kim Reichert,...


    Buffalo Ranch Popcorn

    4 reviews

    This zippy blend is sure to spice up your favorite snack. It's perfect for game time, movie time, or as...


    Cardamom-Walnut Pound Cake

    A number of years ago I ordered a slice of walnut cake at a local restaurant that was known for...


    Cola Cake with Strawberries & Cream

    6 reviews

    We Southerners have been eating cola cake for decades. This easy version has strawberries too. Chill it in the fridge...


    Apricot Gelatin Mold

    3 reviews

    After my husband and I got married, he asked me to get this special holiday recipe from my mother. Mom...


    Sun-Dried Tomato Goat Cheese Empanadas

    I created this appetizer because I entertain a lot and wanted something simple but special. People like these empanadas so...


    Lime-Honey Fruit Salad

    5 reviews

    Nothing is more refreshing to me than a seasonal fruit salad enhanced with this simple honey-lime dressing. —Victoria Shevlin, Cape...

    Orange Marmalade Breakfast Bake

    1 review

    When I host a brunch I always look for a main dish that can be prepared a day ahead so...


    Healthy Steamed Dumplings

    1 review

    My family loves Chinese food, but it's hard to find healthy choices in restaurants or at the grocery store. So...


    Crispy Asian Chicken Salad

    1 review

    Asian flavor, crunchy almonds and crispy breaded chicken make this hearty salad something special. —Beth Dauenhauer, Pueblo, Colorado


    Broccoli Tuna Casserole

    19 reviews

    When I was in the Navy, a co-worker's wife shared this recipe with me. I’ve tweaked it over the years,...


    Orange Pomegranate Salmon

    3 reviews

    A colorful, festive salmon dish makes an impressive addition to your holiday table—and it is as delicious as it is...


    Almond-Chai Granola

    1 review

    Whether you snack on it by the handful or eat it with milk or yogurt, you’ll be happy that you...

    Ginger Cardamom Tea

    2 reviews

    I like to add a little spice to my tea, which is why I mix in the ginger and cardamom....


    Lemon Chia Seed Parfaits

    1 review

    These bright and tangy parfaits start the day on a healthy note, but they're also sweet enough to double as...


    Virgin Hurricanes

    Revelers of all ages can enjoy a nonalcoholic version of the punchlike refresher that’s often called Mardi Gras in a...


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    Chunky Apple Cake

    124 reviews

    After taste testing lots of apple cakes, I've found this apple cake recipe the best. Full of old-world comfort, the...


    Lemon & Thyme Roasted Chicken

    1 review

    I love lemon and thyme together so I decided to roast a chicken with that combo. The seasoning is simple,...


    Slice & Bake Coconut Shortbread Cookies

    13 reviews

    Light and buttery, these delicate shortbread cookies are melt-in-your-mouth good. The coconut flavor makes them extra special. —Roberta Otto, Duluth,...