Make-Ahead

Make the most of angel food cake, pie filling and whipped topping by creating this light impressive dessert that doesn't...

After tasting this cool salad at a family reunion, I immediately asked for the recipe. It has tricolor pasta, sweet...

The longer this creamy, beefy blend chills, the better it tastes. I usually have to make a double batch when...

What a great make-ahead treat! This cake log is perfect for the holidays because you can make it when you...

A delicate texture makes this French bread absolutely wonderful. I sometimes use this French bread recipe to make breadsticks, which...

I created this recipe to combine two of my all-time favorites: cheesecake for the grown-up in me and chocolate chip...

This easy cheesecake recipe has been a family favorite for almost 20 years. It's fluffy, delicate and absolutely delicious. I've...

Because I have a busy schedule, I like to keep a batch of these tender chicken rolls in the freezer....

Summer gatherings call for cool desserts like this one. Lots of the party invites I receive come with a request...

My family loves fajitas and asks for them at least once a week. This quick and easy version gets as...

These special cookies definitely don’t taste gluten-free. For added appeal, I soak the figs overnight in a mixture of port...

I like to prep this in the evening, let it chill, then turn on the slow cooker. When we wake...

I love the way the tortilla strips puff up when this is baked. It is a terrific no-fuss recipe that...

The aroma of orange zest hints at how heavenly this delicate cheesecake tastes. Gingersnap cookie crumbs make a distinctive crust,...

This is a super summer dessert because peaches are plentiful. The sweet chilled fruit topped with sour cream and brown...

When this pleasantly seasoned roast appears on my Easter table, no one walks away hungry. Garlic, lemon juice and seasonings...

This recipe from my sister-in-law is especially good when entertaining for New Year's and football games. No one walks away...

Here's an eye-catching medley that's an instant flavor booster. “I love it on barbecued beef sandwiches, or added to coleslaw...

I got this recipe from my sister years ago and like to fix it when times are rushed. It's fancy...

Easy and economical, refrigerator dill pickles are tangy, zesty and crispy. No one will believe you made them yourself! —Jake...

My maternal grandmother preferred sewing and quilting to cooking and baking, but there were some things that she cooked and...

We grow pear trees, so I’m always dabbling in pear desserts. In this cheesecake, I sometimes add ¼ cup crystalized...

Cheesecake in a slow cooker? It's true! I experimented a few times to turn this iconic dessert into a slow-cooker...

One of my all-time favorite side dishes, this marinated medley is well-received whenever I serve it - which is often....

Chocolate and vanilla provide a delightful contrast in their flavor and appearance. —Nancy Arevalo, Brookfield, Wisconsin

This creamy dessert has a mild lemon flavor that offers a refreshing twist to the old-time favorite. —Jean Castle, Comer,...

The Asian influence here in the Hawaiian islands inspired my char siu recipe. It’s tasty as is, in a bun,...

Loads of rich flavors and spices make this a warming, inviting meal. It’s a great way to impress at a...

This is a delightful punch to serve guests in the summer, when mint and raspberries are fresh. But because I...