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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    Speedy Shrimp Flatbreads

    1 review

    My husband and I are hooked on flatbread pizzas, especially this shrimp flatbread pizza recipe. I make at least one...


    Slow-Cooker Al Pastor Bowls

    5 reviews

    You'll love this easy version of a traditional Mexican favorite. Serve this al pastor bowl over rice or in tortillas...


    Savory Rice-Stuffed Apples

    My family has several apple trees, so I am challenged to create new recipes each fall. This side dish is...


    Rotisserie-Style Chicken

    2 reviews

    My mother used to fix this rotisserie-style chicken when I lived at home, and we called it Church Chicken because...


    67 Juneteenth Recipes Worth Celebrating

    Juneteenth, otherwise known as Freedom Day and Jubilee Day, celebrates the end of slavery in the United States. If...


    29 Ice Cream Cake Recipes That are Perfect for Birthdays

    From ice cream cake to icebox cakes, these sweet treats are the best way to cool down at a summer...


    Our Favorite Summer Baking and Kitchen Gear

    Get your kitchen ready for summer with seasonal decor and gadgets that are perfect for warm weather and cool recipes.


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    48 Essential Fourth of July Side Dishes

    Every hero needs a sidekick. That's why we've rounded up all of the best Fourth of July side dishes. These...

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    65 One-Step Summer Sides

    These easy summer side dishes are lifesavers on busy nights. Find salads, veggies and so many other goodies that come...


    34 Drinks to Welcome Patio Season

    It's finally starting to feel like summer! We found cool drinks that will really hit the spot on a hot...


    11 Regional Food Traditions Only Locals Know About

    Pumpkin shows, potato festivals and meat raffles? We love these quirky food traditions.


    47 Memorial Day Kitchen and Home Deals You Don’t Want to Miss

    Memorial Day sales are here and the discounts are deep! These are the home and kitchen sales you don't want...


    This Is What Every State Would Bring to a Summer BBQ

    The U.S. is holding a summer BBQ. What dish is each state bringing to share?


    How to Host an Epic Christmas in July Party

    Mele Kalikimaka is the thing to say! Learn how to celebrate this summer with a Christmas in July party
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    The Best Patio Furniture for Your Backyard

    We found the best patio furniture to make your summer dreams come true.


    Thai Pork Satay

    I love this recipe since it can be made as a main dish or as an appetizer. For appetizer portions,...


    Maple and Cream Apple Pie

    1 review

    The cream in this pie makes it so rich and toothsome! If you're looking for something a little out of...

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    Minestrone-Style Shrimp Salad

    This shrimp salad is the perfect dish to serve as a small dinner for two. It's very light and refreshing....


    Chicken Marsala Pasta

    Back in 2008, I won first place in a state fair cooking contest with this chicken marsala pasta. I absolutely...


    Slow-Cooker Beef Tenderloin

    3 reviews

    I created this slow-cooker beef tenderloin recipe when I was having guests over. It tastes incredible with little effort. —Amanda...


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    Muffin-Tin Scrambled Eggs

    1 review

    I made these one year at Christmas as a way to save time, and they were a big hit. I...


    Roasted Tuscan Chicken Dinner

    6 reviews

    When an Italian friend shared many years ago that she often added Italian sausages to her pan of baked chicken,...


    Pizza Beans

    2 reviews

    Take this pizza-inspired dish to your next party. It makes an amazing side, or you can enjoy a larger serving...

    Glazed Carrots with Green Grapes

    After receiving a slow cooker many years ago and not knowing what to do with the thing, I finally branched...


    Indian Rice and Carrot Pudding

    This Indian carrot pudding recipe is rich in flavor and very easy to prepare. —Daljeet Singh, Coral Springs, Florida


    Mixed Veggies and Rice

    To add variety to sides for those who don't care for potatoes, I came up with this colorful dish. It's...


    Orange Rosemary Carrots

    1 review

    Our whole family loves rosemary, and I grow it along with carrots in my garden every year. This is a...


    Coconut Nutella Brownies

    2 reviews

    When my parents were coming over for dinner one night, I wanted to create a fast go-to brownie. My mom...


    Pomegranate Magic Bars

    Pomegranates make desserts festive and bright with a burst of juicy sweetness. These pomegranate bars are no exception. —Lisa Keys,...