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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    Mustard Ham Strata

    3 reviews

    I had this at a bed-and-breakfast years ago. The owners were kind enough to give me the recipe, and I've...


    Marinated Asian Pork Tenderloin

    13 reviews

    This quick-to-prepare entree bursts with flavor. Throw together the marinade before work, so it’s ready to cook at night. —April...


    Party Mint Patties

    3 reviews

    These easy-to-make mint candies are perfect for any occasion throughout the year. Simply tint the dough the appropriate color. Friends...


    Frozen Peanut Parfait Pies

    5 reviews

    People will think you went to a lot of trouble to make these luscious pies, but with just six ingredients,...


    Creamy Lemon Cheesecake

    8 reviews

    My friend Gwen gave me this creamy, lip-smacking recipe, and it's been a crowd-pleaser at my house ever since. The...


    Mexican Sausage & Cornbread Strata

    1 review

    The beauty of my Mexican strata is that you can change it depending on the veggies you have on hand....


    Overnight Caramel French Toast

    19 reviews

    Because this recipe can be prepared the night before, it's perfect to serve overnight guests. So it gives you extra...


    Favorite Bread & Butter Pickles

    2 reviews

    I made these pickles while growing up and love them because you can eat them with just about anything. Now,...

    Marinated Pork Loin Roast

    4 reviews

    Being a hog farmer's wife, I'm always trying recipes that promote the product. I recently ran across this recipe in...


    Chocolate Angel Food Dessert

    1 review

    "Yum!" and "Wonderful!" are typical reactions to this make-ahead dessert, which field editor Norma Erne serves in Albuquerque, New Mexico.


    Marmalade Soy Wings

    11 reviews

    Whether I use drumettes or chicken wings, these savory bites are always popular. I keep the pretty glazed appetizers warm...


    Black Bean and Corn Salad

    5 reviews

    Even folks who normally don't care for black beans will find this fresh dish delicious. With its contrasting colors and...


    Company Lasagna

    4 reviews

    I love having this in the fridge when guests come over. It’s so easy, I can focus on socializing, not...


    Frosty Toffee Bits Pie

    25 reviews

    On a hot summer day or to finish off a wonderful meal any time, this dessert tastes oh-so-good! —LaDonna Reed,...


    Cottage Cheese Cookies

    4 reviews

    These delicate, puffy turnover cookies are sparked with raspberry and almond—delightful with afternoon tea.


    Cherry-Pecan Icebox Cookies

    5 reviews

    During the holiday season, I keep a roll of dough for these crisp cookies in the freezer. It's nice to...


    Garlic Shrimp & Orzo Salad

    3 reviews

    I enjoy cold pasta salads and rice salads, so I decided to make one with orzo, a rice-shaped pasta. Feel...

    Traditional Caramel Flan

    3 reviews

    This delectable dessert is baked over a layer of caramelized sugar, so when it's inverted, a delicious golden sauce runs...


    Orange Jelly

    4 reviews

    For a change of pace, give this yummy jelly made from frozen orange juice a try. I've given it as...


    Slow-Cooked Boston Beans

    2 reviews

    These slow-cooked beans have a little more zip than usual Boston baked beans, and the rum helps lighten the flavor....


    Star-Spangled Lemon Icebox Pie

    2 reviews

    With a little chill time, my no-bake lemon pie turns into a potluck superstar. My kids like to arrange the...


    Key Lime Pie

    4 reviews

    We created this refreshing mini pie with a homemade crumb crust and a pudding-like lime filling. If you can’t find...


    Jeweled Thumbprints

    3 reviews

    When I moved here from Malta more than 20 years ago, a kind neighbor lady took me under her wing...

    Mushroom Sausage Strata

    12 reviews

    This flavorful casserole is a hearty mainstay for our family's Christmas Day brunch menu. Being able to assemble the recipe...


    Marinated Pork Chops

    23 reviews

    I make these tasty loin chops all the time and my family never tires of them. I whip up this...


    Ham and Cheese Souffle

    2 reviews

    I like to serve this tasty dish for brunch along with fresh fruit when I'm having guests. Not only is...


    Pear-Stuffed French Vanilla Toast

    4 reviews

    My handyman, who is originally from Nicaragua, shared this classic breakfast dish his mother used to prepare. He says he...


    Orange-Almond Choclava

    1 review

    A twist on classic baklava, this recipe adds semisweet chocolate to the nut filling and drizzles even more chocolate on...


    Homemade Marshmallow Pops

    5 reviews

    Homemade marshmallows are fun to eat on a stick or to stir into your favorite hot chocolate. Their melt-in-your-mouth texture...