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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    34 Diabetic-Friendly Christmas Desserts

    You can still indulge in sweet holiday treats while keeping to your diabetic diet. These light, healthy desserts are all...


    What Is a Christmas Mushroom and Why Your Christmas Tree Needs One

    The Christmas mushroom could be your new good luck charm! Learn how this fungus made its way into Christmastime.


    The Best Holiday Dessert from Every State

    Celebrate the season with a decadent dessert. We found the best cookies, cakes and other tasty treats from coast to...


    10 Best Christmas Cookie Cutters for Holiday Baking

    Take your holiday cookies to the next level with these fun shapes.


    12 Secrets to Baking the Best Cutout Cookies

    Whipping up bakery-perfect sugar cookies only requires two basic ingredients: a little love and a little baking know-how.


    16 Stocking Stuffers for Everyone on Your List

    No matter who you're shopping for this holiday season, we've rounded up the stocking stuffers guaranteed to please everyone on...


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    38 Retro Christmas Recipes Mom Learned in the ’70s

    From creamy fondue to savory Beef Wellington, these 70s Christmas recipes make for a very groovy holiday!


    21 Best Reusable Advent Calendars

    Start a new tradition this Christmas with a reusable Advent calendar. Whether you opt for a classic wood calendar or...

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    58 Secret Santa Food Gifts

    Your Secret Santa will love these cookies, candies, breads, jams and other festive treats.


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    30 Vegan Christmas Dinner Recipes

    Putting together a plant-based meal is easier than you think. These vegan Christmas dinner ideas will please everyone at the...


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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...