Make-Ahead

Beat the weeknight clock with these make-ahead recipes! From breakfast to dinner, set yourself up for a tasty meal.

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    Strawberry Riesling Wine Spritzer

    Nothing says spring like strawberries and wine spritzers. The tarragon and black pepper in this refreshing cocktail complement the strawberry...


    Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Gravy

    My kids have multiple food allergies, but these simple mashed potatoes and gravy are easy to make for them. We...


    Air-Fryer Pineapple Upside-Down Cheesecake

    1 review

    Taking inspiration from my mom's pineapple upside-down cake, I added a cheesecake layer and baked it in an air fryer....


    Lazy Cake

    1 review

    This lazy cake will fix that sweet tooth craving. The no-bake treat is made with cookie pieces stirred with hazelnut...


    Cuts-Like-Butter BBQ Brisket

    4 reviews

    With just a few ingredients and steps, this recipe is nearly impossible to mess up. The thin, fall-apart-tender slices are...


    Rib Shack Copycat Mashed Potatoes

    2 reviews

    Idaho is well known for being the potato state—even our license plates say "Famous Potatoes"! This is my version of...


    Smoked Bluefish Spread

    1 review

    While I was growing up, we spent summers on Block Island, Rhode Island, where we would surf-cast off the shores...


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    Falafel

    1 review

    Falafel is a common street food in the Middle East. They are gluten free, crunchy on the outside, tender on...

    Gluten-Free Gravy

    1 review

    I love this gluten-free gravy–it's so versatile! It can be used with an everyday meal or aside a holiday feast....


    Bourbon Ice Cream

    The brown sugar in this decadent bourbon ice cream gives a hint of caramel flavor, which complements the bourbon. When...


    Watermelon Rind Preserves

    1 review

    This is an old-fashioned recipe and a wonderful way to reduce food waste. Watermelon rind preserves are not like traditional...


    Slow-Cooker Hard-Boiled Eggs

    1 review

    These slow-cooker hard-boiled eggs are my go-to for a group. They're a lifesaver and perfect for the holidays! I love...


    Philly Cheesesteak Sliders

    11 reviews

    These Philly cheesesteak sliders are a wonderful way to use leftover roast beef, but using sliced roast beef from the...


    Orange Sweet Rolls

    This orange sweet rolls recipe is so dependable—I make it a lot during the holidays because it’s quick and delicious....


    Slow-Cooker Sauerkraut

    1 review

    This slow-cooker sauerkraut recipe was made by a special someone in my life. I was never a fan of sauerkraut...


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    61 Make-Ahead Breakfast Recipes to Avoid Morning Mayhem

    Not a morning person, but have company for brunch? Life is so much easier with make-ahead breakfast recipes you can...


    Hard-Boiled Eggs in the Oven

    Making hard-boiled eggs in the oven is just as quick and effective as preparing them on the stovetop. This method...

    Air-Fryer Hard-Boiled Eggs

    4 reviews

    This is a wonderful alternative to boiling eggs on the stovetop. These air-fryer hard-boiled eggs are just as easy and...


    Prosciutto, Egg and Spinach Strata

    1 review

    This is one of my favorite things to make for holidays and special celebrations! It's a wonderful, sweet and savory...


    Orange and Olives Salad

    My grandmother made sure this orange and olives salad was on our holiday table every year. It's so light and...


    Sweet and Savory Deviled Eggs

    2 reviews

    My Grandma Phyllis' sweet and savory deviled eggs are unrivaled by any of the ones I've tried. The sweetness of...


    Strawberry Cream Cheese Pound Cake

    1 review

    My mother's cousin shared this strawberry cream cheese pound cake recipe more than 50 years ago. Our family has enjoyed...


    Turkey Corn Chowder

    9 reviews

    This thick and rich turkey corn chowder uses up Thanksgiving leftovers. Every so often, my grandmother would even add chopped...

    Cherry-Tarragon Holiday Dinner Rolls

    1 review

    My grandmother made these holiday dinner rolls for any big holiday, and we would all clamor at the table to...


    Chipped Beef Cheese Ball

    5 reviews

    This delicious appetizer is near and dear to our family. It is a symbol of our family's Christmas and New...


    Slow-Cooker Poblano Pork Loin

    3 reviews

    We love seasonal poblano peppers, so this slow-cooker pork loin with many southwestern seasonings is a family favorite. It can...


    Chilled Asparagus with Basil Cream

    1 review

    My family loves chilled asparagus. It's the perfect veggie to have on a warm night, or any night for that...


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    Dill Pickle Dip

    6 reviews

    My love for pickles led me to create this dill pickle dip. It's so easy to whip together. But be...


    Maple Miso Sweet Potato Casserole

    This recipe takes a beloved holiday side dish and gives it a savory twist. —Sara Schwabe, Bloomington, Indiana