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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    50 Small-Scale Christmas Dinner Ideas

    Skipping the massive ham this year? Try these small-scale Christmas dinner ideas instead. We have main dishes and sides that...


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    12 Types of Winter Squash—and Tips for How to Use Them

    From acorn and butternut to turban and hubbard, here's what you need to know about the different types of winter...


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    40 Thanksgiving Desserts You Can Make in 30 Minutes (or Less!)

    No time to bake a Turkey-day pie? You can still whip up yummy easy Thanksgiving desserts in just half...


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    33 Best Christmas Pies for a Sweet Holiday Season

    These delicious Christmas pies are filled with our favorite holiday flavors like peppermint, chocolate and even eggnog. Save a slice...


    Cranberry Orange Sauce

    In about 20 minutes, with just a few ingredients, you can have the freshest cranberry orange sauce you've ever tasted....


    10 Things You Might Not Know About Kwanzaa

    Kwanzaa, a time for people around the world to celebrate African-American history and culture, lasts from December 26 to January...


    52 Quick Slow-Cooker Recipes to Make All Winter Long

    In a rush? These winter recipes take just 20 minutes (or less!) to prep before going in the slow cooker.


    What Is Pimiento Cheese and Why Everyone (Not Just Southerners) Should Try It

    Are you really asking "what is pimiento cheese?" Well, take it from a Southerner on why this spread is a...

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    24 Vintage Christmas Cakes

    Whether you bake up a vintage holiday layer cake or a beautiful Bundt, these old-fashioned Christmas cakes will impress everyone—even...


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    38 Cozy Holiday Breads to Bake and Share All Season

    If you ask us, every holiday celebration should include a fresh-baked loaf or a basket overflowing with rolls. These festive...


    100 Things to Do With Winter Squash

    You know it's fall when store shelves are stocked with plump butternut, acorn, spaghetti, buttercup and other squash varieties. These...


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    39 Recipes to Make for Your 1970s Cocktail Party

    These recipes for '70s food will be a hit at your next cocktail party. Who doesn't love stuffed shrimp, cocktail...


    15 Diwali Foods to Try Under the Lights This Year

    If you plan to join the celebration, here's our list of must-have Diwali food.


    Secrets to a Successful Thanksgiving, According to Taste of Home Staffers

    Take it from our culinary crew and experienced editors: There are ways to make prepping and hosting Thanksgiving easier than...


    Pumpkin Crumble

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    I created this tasty pumpkin crumble dessert on a rainy fall afternoon while my son was taking a nap. It...


    Baby Shark Cake

    It doesn't take much to add a fun theme to a birthday party. This delightfully decorated baby shark cake, plus...


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    32 Vegan Thanksgiving Sides You Need to Try

    These vegan Thanksgiving sides prove you don't need meat or dairy to add festive flavor to your holiday dinner.

    11 Products That Make Cooking and Serving Thanksgiving Dinner a Breeze

    From roasting a perfect turkey to mashing lump-free potatoes, Thanksgiving dinner can be stressful! Never fear—we found the best gadgets...


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    50 Christmas Recipes for Two

    Planning a Christmas dinner for two? These delightful appetizers, drinks, main dishes, sides and desserts deserve a spot on your...


    Pumpkin Snack Cake

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    The crunchy, sweet topping makes this simple pumpkin snack cake taste extra special. If you prefer a sweeter cake, omit...


    28 Thanksgiving Finger Foods

    Sure, the turkey is the star of the show. But these Thanksgiving finger foods are perfect for pre-dinner nibbling. Find...


    15 Vegan Thanksgiving Turkey Alternatives

    Don't settle for just the sides this year. These vegan Thanksgiving turkey alternatives will be the star of your holiday...


    Our Best Cranberry Sauce Recipes

    Enjoy these Thanksgiving cranberry sauce recipes on turkey day—or any day!

    Copycat Starbucks Pumpkin Bread

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    Skip the line and bake Starbucks's pumpkin bread in your own kitchen. This copycat recipe is better than the original!...


    How to Make Traditional Caramel Apples

    Learn how to make homemade caramel for out-of-this-world classic caramel apples.


    64 Vegan Thanksgiving Recipes

    Following a vegan lifestyle doesn't mean your holiday dinner has to be any less delicious! Check out these amazing vegan...


    Gluten-Free Sweet Potato Muffins

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    I have a family member with special dietary needs, so I came up with these gluten-free sweet potato muffins that...


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    25 Vegetarian Thanksgiving Main Dishes

    These vegetarian Thanksgiving main dishes will keep you full until it's time for pumpkin pie. Round out your Thanksgiving...


    Buttery Mashed Potatoes

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    These creamy, buttery mashed potatoes use simple ingredients. The tricks are to use Yukon Gold potatoes and then to warm...