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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    Fiesta Chorizo-Chicken Soup

    2 reviews

    Just place some crusty rolls on the table when you serve this soup and you'll have a hearty, comforting meal...


    Fry Sauce

    1 review

    Want a change of pace from ketchup? Try fry sauce! You'll often find this spiced-up blend of ketchup and mayo...


    Spinach-Basil Pesto

    3 reviews

    Toss this rich, garlicky pesto with pasta or use as a spread. It also freezes well for fresh flavor over...


    Apple-Walnut Maple Conserve

    4 reviews

    Versatile and delicious, this conserve reminds me of a warm cozy kitchen; you'll love every bite. I warm the conserve...


    Annie’s Original Salsa

    7 reviews

    I spent 5 years working on this recipe. Everyone loves it, and it's one of the few recipes that is...


    Fresh Corn & Avocado Dip

    1 review

    I alter my sister's recipe by adding a finely chopped jalapeno pepper for a little heat. This tasty dip can...


    Dad’s Creamed Peas & Pearl Onions

    5 reviews

    While I was growing up, it was our family tradition to make creamed peas with pearl onions for every Thanksgiving...


    Jumbo Banana-Pecan Muffins

    9 reviews

    These tender muffins are topped with a delightful streusel. They make a great treat for Christmas morning when served with...

    Margarita Tres Leches Cake

    1 review

    The first time I ever had tres leches cake I felt as if I were in heaven. I have made...


    Sangria Gelatin Ring

    7 reviews

    This gelatin is enjoyed by everyone because you just can't go wrong with fresh berries. —Nicole Nemeth, Komoka, Ontario


    Cranberry Apple Stuffing

    13 reviews

    One Thanksgiving, I lost the recipe I planned to use, so I threw this cranberry stuffing together. My cousin Sandy,...


    Easy Orange and Red Onion Salad

    2 reviews

    Here's an unusual salad that’s easy to prepare when holiday obligations have you short on time. The combination of red...


    Sausage Dip

    1 review

    This warm sausage dip is a family-favorite snack on cool days. The meat-lovers in your family will especially love this...


    Ricotta Cheesecake

    1 review

    When I was a nurse, my co-workers and I regularly swapped recipes during lunch breaks. This creamy cheesecake was one...


    Surprise Meringues

    6 reviews

    These crisp, delicate cookies are light as a feather. Mini chocolate chips and chopped nuts are a delightful and yummy...


    Frozen Citrus Fruit Cups

    2 reviews

    Add some sparkle to your next get-together or church supper with these sunny citrus treats. The refreshing cups burst with...


    Sweet Potato-Cranberry Doughnuts

    2 reviews

    I grew up near Idaho, which is famous for spudnuts, a doughnut made from mashed potatoes. I reworked a recipe...

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    Fruit Salad in a Pineapple Boat

    3 reviews

    A sweet, summery treat that looks as good as it tastes! No one, young or old, will be able to...


    Creole Shrimp & Sausage

    4 reviews

    Add diversity to weeknight meals and get a taste of low-country cuisine with this simple take on a Louisiana Creole...


    Rocky Road Cookie Cups

    1 review

    Traditional rocky road ice cream has nuts, marshmallows and chocolate. Using prepared cookie dough makes it easy to put the...


    Meaty Mushroom Chili

    7 reviews

    Since our two daughters did not like beans in their chili, I adapted a recipe to suit our whole family's...


    Salted Cashew & Caramel Chews

    6 reviews

    Nothing says "welcome home" like warm, gooey, chewy cookies right out of the oven with a cold glass of milk—mmm,...


    White Chocolate Pound Cake

    4 reviews

    I often bake this moist tube pan cake, drizzled with two types of chocolate glaze, for special occasions.—Kimberley Thompson, Fayetteville,...

    Chicken with Mushroom Gravy

    22 reviews

    This deliciously moist chicken is a longtime favorite with family and friends of Darolyn Jones in Fishers, Indiana. "It’s so...


    Cheesy Mashed Potato Cups

    1 review

    I double this mashed potato recipe for an extra batch to freeze. It’s a nice alternative to the standard potatoes...


    Baked Chicken Breast

    1 review

    Give Joy Beck's Salt Substiture (above) a try on this quick-to-fix chicken dish from our Test Kitchen. It's sure to...


    Hot Chili Dip

    2 reviews

    "I first made this zippy dip for my husband's birthday party," recalls Nikki Rosati of Franksville, Wisconsin. "So many people...


    Au Gratin Peas and Potatoes

    6 reviews

    While this delicious potato skillet is a wonderful side dish, we find it satisfying enough to be a main course,...


    Beef Barbecue

    5 reviews

    We like to keep our freezer stocked with plenty of beef roasts. When we're not in the mood for pot...