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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    Chili Cheese Ball Spread

    2 reviews

    “Easy to make and easy to spread, this spicy cheese ball was my favorite appetizer that Mom made while I...


    Special Seafood Kabobs

    1 review

    Grilling might become a year-round affair when you taste these scrumptious kabobs from Marie Rizzio of Interlochen, Michigan. This elegant...


    Almond Apricot Bread

    3 reviews

    My mother, who is a big apricot and almond fan, inspired me to create this recipe. The teachers at our...


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    Easy Apple Danish

    2 reviews

    This dough should be refrigerated for at least 2 hours. I often prepare it the night before and bake the...


    Pepper Steak for 2

    5 reviews

    I CAME ACROSS this recipe more than 40 years ago as a newlywed. It eventually became a standby in our...


    Cherry Berries on a Cloud

    10 reviews

    "Serve this elegant dessert, and you're sure to get requests for the recipe," says field editor Darlene Alexander of Nekoosa,...


    Creamed Sweet Peas

    2 reviews

    Mom's garden in the '40s provided us with many delicious vegetables, but her sweet peas were the best. She would...


    Country Cabbage Soup

    24 reviews

    My mother-in-law, who is a wonderful cook, has shared many terrific recipes with me, including this one. Beef and tomatoes...

    South Liberty Hall Relish

    4 reviews

    My grandparents originated this recipe that's been treasured in our family for four generations. It's named after a dance hall...


    Tangy Sloppy Joes

    17 reviews

    “I first tasted this recipe at a rehearsal dinner for a church Christmas program about 20 years ago,” writes Sharon...


    Seasoned Snack Mix

    1 review

    "You'll never miss the oil or nuts in this crispy well-seasoned party mix," assures field editor Flo Burtnett of Gage,...


    Cinnamon-Pear Rustic Tart

    2 reviews

    I was lucky enough to spend the holidays with my husband's family in Montana. I loved the rustic simplicity of...


    Baked Almond Chicken Breasts

    9 reviews

    Tender, golden almond chicken and creamy sauce make this entree one of my favorites. —Ken Churches, Kailua-Kona, Hawaii


    All-American Sausage and Pepper Sliders

    5 reviews

    In the ballpark keep one hand free for a fly ball. Learn from this and make sausage and pepper hero...


    Butter Meltaways

    17 reviews

    Beech Grove, Indiana field editor Sue Call suggests, "Add variety to this recipe by substituting lemon flavoring for the vanilla...


    Jambalaya

    5 reviews

    From her home in Topeka, Kansas, subscriber Betty May shares her recipe for quick-to-cook jambalaya. "Unlike some versions, this one...


    Lime-Buttered Broccoli

    4 reviews

    “I got tired of serving broccoli the same way every time, so I prepared this recipe.” The simple butter sauce...

    Oatmeal Buttermilk Waffles

    2 reviews

    Our grandkids visit for a week at a time during school breaks and summer vacations. This recipe gives our morning...


    Pressure-Cooker Chicken Cacciatore

    6 reviews

    My husband and I own and operate a busy farm. There are days when there's just no time left for...


    Makeover Chicken Enchilada Soup

    9 reviews

    Even though they have many other delicious dishes on the menu, I always find myself ordering Chicken Enchilada Soup from...


    Triple-Layer Banana Cake

    2 reviews

    A year-round family favorite, the recipe for this moist layer cake was passed on to me by my mother. My...


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    Cheddar Bacon Toasts

    5 reviews

    Four ingredients are all you need to bake up these golden appetizers. They pair perfectly with a bowl of soup...


    Rich and Creamy Potato Bake

    1 review

    Here's a delicious side dish that goes well with any meat entree. It's a wonderful recipe to make for potluck...

    Tomato Black Bean Salsa

    3 reviews

    This fresh-tasting medley bursts with homegrown garden goodness, including tomatoes, red pepper and crunchy corn. "Serve this salsa in the...


    Honey Butter Spread

    3 reviews

    Honey lovers will gobble up this spread in a snap! In addition to bread and bagels, try serving it alongside...


    Peanutty Pork Kabobs

    5 reviews

    Cubes of pork tenderloin and green pepper chunks get a spicy treatment from a combination of peanut butter, brown sugar,...


    Cookout Caramel S’mores

    3 reviews

    Easy delectable treats make a playful finish to an informal meal. Toasting the marshmallows extends our after-dinner time together, giving...


    Baking Mix

    5 reviews

    This versatile baking mix is a great helper in the kitchen. You'll be amazed at the number of things you...


    Zucchini Bacon Quiche

    9 reviews

    I look forward to midsummer, when the zucchini is ready and I can prepare this yummy quiche. The crust is...