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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    Thai Pork Satay

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


    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...


    Pomegranate Magic Bars

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


    Blueberry Iced Tea

    1 review

    I enjoy coming up with new ways to use my slow cooker in the kitchen. If it’s going to take...


    Slow-Cooker Banana Bread

    3 reviews

    I love to use my slow cooker. I started to experiment with making bread in it so I wouldn’t have...


    Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Cheesecake

    This Kentucky bourbon pecan cheesecake will wow your guests and your taste buds. Serve in spring during the Kentucky Derby...


    Hot Chocolate Bombs

    These hot chocolate bombs are all the rage! Make them ahead of time as a holiday gift or to have...


    Air-Fryer Spicy Ginger Beef Skewers

    1 review

    My family loves the flavors of these zippy kabobs. I usually grill them outside, but if it's cold or rainy,...

    Margarita Cupcakes

    My hobby is cake decorating, and this is my most-requested recipe. It is delicious!! If you are unable to find...


    Vegan Popcorn Seasoning

    This vegan popcorn seasoning will have everyone wanting more! It is a perfect base for experimenting with your favorite flavorings....


    Sloppy Joe Slider Bake

    4 reviews

    Ground beef is turned up a notch in these party sliders that are sure to please your crowd. I love...


    Citrus Cantaloupe Butter

    This sweet, chunky cantaloupe butter gets its warm spice flavor from the cinnamon. Orange sections and lime juice give it...


    46 Make-Ahead Spring Desserts

    You'll always be ready to sweeten someone's day with these make-ahead spring desserts that highlight seasonal ingredients like rhubarb,...


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    35 Meal Train Ideas to Help Loved Ones in Need

    A meal train is a way for a community of people to bring food to someone in need. Whether you're...


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    45 Easy Make-Ahead Breakfast Casserole Recipes

    Prepping for the first meal of the day just got a little easier, thanks to these make-ahead breakfast casseroles.


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    Best Ever Vanilla Ice Cream

    6 reviews

    This ice cream is technically a custard since it contains eggs. After lots of testing (and tasting), I've found that...


    Classic Au Jus

    After roasting prime rib, don't throw out those pan juices! Those drippings are the key to making this flavorful juice...

    Mom’s Molasses Ham and Beans

    This is a recipe my mom made frequently while I was growing up, but I tweaked it to include navy...


    Tex-Mex Potato Salad

    1 review

    I created this Tex-Mex potato salad for one of my cooking classes, and it was a hit. It's perfect for...


    Russian Dressing

    1 review

    Russian dressing and Thousand Island are similar in that they are both creamy and salmon in color. However, Russian salad...


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    Lemony Layer Bars

    One of my favorite cakes is a white chocolate cake with coconut lemon filling, dark chocolate frosting and almonds. This...


    No-Bake Chocolate Rice Krispie Bars

    2 reviews

    These chocolate Rice Krispies treats are crowd pleasers! The secret to making them soft and chewy is bringing the sugar...


    Coleslaw Waldorf Salad

    Potlucks tend to have a lot of heavy dishes, so this bright, fresh Waldorf salad coleslaw recipe is a welcome...

    Strawberry Overnight Oats

    3 reviews

    These strawberry overnight oats will be ready and waiting for you in the morning. ThePB&J-inspired breakfast is both gluten-free and...


    Easy Almond Joy Chia Pudding

    2 reviews

    I enjoy making this coconut milk chia pudding recipe because it's easy and I can find all the ingredients at...


    Homemade Gelt

    Giving chocolate coins to children, and sometimes to teachers, is a long-standing Hanukkah tradition. This homemade version of gelt uses...


    Chocolate Date Energy Balls

    1 review

    Eating just one of these healthy treats satisfies my sweet tooth without added refined sugar. My recipe is a spinoff...


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    Our Ultimate Guide to Freezing Food

    Whether you're a make-ahead meal planner or can't stand to see leftovers go to waste, these tips for freezing food...


    Buttery Mashed Potatoes

    3 reviews

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