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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    Parmesan Risotto

    12 reviews

    Risotto is a creamy Italian rice dish. In this version, the rice is briefly sauteed, then slowly cooked in wine...


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    Rustic Caramel Apple Tart

    30 reviews

    Like an apple pie without the pan, this scrumptious tart has a crispy crust that cuts nicely and a yummy...


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    Mascarpone Cheesecake

    16 reviews

    This rich dessert is sure to delight with its creamy filling, whipped topping and sweet caramel drizzle. It makes a...


    Chocolate Cannoli

    1 review

    We made two Italian treats into one with beautiful pizzelle cookies wrapped around a rich, chocolaty cannoli filling. The chopped...


    Gluten-Free Pizza Crust

    16 reviews

    This is an ideal dough for children and adults alike who are gluten intolerant but also crave pizza. You don’t...


    Chicken Cheese Lasagna

    15 reviews

    This creamy pasta dish gives an old favorite a new twist! Three cheeses and chicken blended with the fresh taste...


    Salmon with Brown Sugar Glaze

    59 reviews

    I was not a salmon lover until I tried this recipe. Now it is one of my favorite dishes to...


    Strawberries with Chocolate Cream Filling

    12 reviews

    Just a sweet little something to top off any meal and make it special. These party-pretty bites are as easy...

    Contest-Winning Raspberry Cream Pie

    25 reviews

    This recipe is delicious with either fresh-picked or frozen raspberries. That means you can make it year-round. One bite of...


    Strawberry Banana Pudding

    4 reviews

    I add in additional fruit to get a little closer to all those servings you need every day. You can...


    Lemony Grilled Salmon Fillets with Dill Sauce

    9 reviews

    Grilled lemons add a smoky tartness to a butter sauce made to enjoy with grilled salmon. A touch of dill...


    Pork Chops with Sauerkraut

    9 reviews
    Pair tender pork chops with sauerkraut for a filling main dish that's quick and easy to put together. —Stephanie Miller,...

    S’more Bars

    81 reviews

    These great-tasting bars will bring back sweet campfire memories, whether they're served as an after-school snack or for dessert. —Lisa...


    Overnight Slaw

    10 reviews

    Think of slaw as a side for all seasons—but especially summer—and for all entrees. Fix this recipe ahead, and don’t...


    Family Favorite Taco Meat Loaf

    10 reviews

    Our children think there are three basic food groups—pizza, tacos and burgers! They like to doctor up slices of this...


    Easy Classic Meat Loaf

    13 reviews

    “My mother made this tender, moist meat loaf at least every other week—and always served it with scalloped potatoes. It...


    Sweet Potato Cheesecake Bars

    4 reviews

    Your whole house will be filled with the aroma of pumpkin spice when you bake these wonderful sweet potato cheesecake...

    Glazed Cranberry Sweet Potato Bread

    2 reviews

    This recipe stars one of our state’s crops. Topped with an easy orange glaze, slices of the moist bread make...


    Basil Corn on the Cob

    5 reviews

    Steaming the basil under the husks adds lots of flavor to these fantastic ears. Lime makes their sweet taste pop...


    Cilantro Blue Cheese Slaw

    12 reviews

    Serve this slaw as a side dish to any meal, or use it to top your favorite fish taco recipe...


    Havarti Shrimp Quesadillas

    8 reviews

    Apricot preserves add a touch of sweetness to the mushrooms, shrimp and cheese inside these grilled quesadillas. Or cook them...


    Pistachio Meringue Sandwich Cookies

    1 review

    Traditional macarons are confections made with egg whites, sugar and almonds. Our easy version calls for pistachios and features a...


    Italian Spiral Meat Loaf

    33 reviews

    Take a classic comfort food to delicious new heights with this impressive recipe. Sausage, pizza sauce and mozzarella give Italian...

    Pork Tenderloin with Cranberry-Orange Relish

    2 reviews

    I like how grilled pork and fruit bring out the best in each other. If you have leftover relish, break...


    Gram’s Fried Chicken

    8 reviews

    As a boy, I wolfed down my grandmother's fried chicken. I never knew how she made it, but my recipe...


    Sweet Potato Coconut Pie with Marshmallow Meringue

    7 reviews

    My grandmother's sweet potato casserole contains coconut and marshmallows. I thought it would be even better as a pie. —Simone...


    Moo Shu Lettuce Cups

    4 reviews

    I took ordinary ground beef and turned it into a new classic. With sweet and savory flavors, this dish will...


    Cheesy Turkey Meat Loaf

    1 review

    Nothing says comfort food better than meat loaf! Get this one started in the morning and you’ll have a fantastic...


    Slow-Cooked Mexican Meat Loaf

    Chopped onion and garlic plus spicy seasonings add outstanding flavor to this attractive round loaf. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen