Make-Ahead

Get ready for oohs and aahs when you bring out this pretty trifle. Don't forget to include one tiny American...

I wanted to make my youngest son an ice cream cake one year for his summer birthday, as he prefers...

A highlight of our annual family reunion is the dessert competition. The judges take their jobs very seriously! Last year's...

We created this ice cream cake to mimic the popular dessert in many Mexican restaurants without the deep frying. It’s...

It may take some time to make this rich, buttery treat, but it's well worth the effort! The blend of...

Our family loves dessert, and this chocolaty, layered treat is one of Mom's most-requested recipes. It's so easy to prepare...

An attractive topping of cinnamon-spiced apple slices and a homemade oat-and-walnut crust make this creamy dessert a definite showstopper. —Emily...

This is baked stuffed french toast casserole a great breakfast dish to make ahead for holidays or Sunday brunch. I...

This is one of my favorite cakes. It’s moist and light yet so satisfying. I’ve been adapting it for years...

This gorgeous make-ahead dessert is a light, refreshing ending to a summer meal. I first made it for my aunt's...

When I was growing up, this yummy, easy dessert was always on the menu at holiday get-togethers. Years ago, my...

Ranch dressing mix flavors this easy dip packed with shredded cheese. It's perfect paired with pretzels. Be forewarned, though—it's hard...

I’ve tried many chicken salad recipes over the years, but this is my very favorite. It’s fresh, fruity and refreshing,...

When I was a nurse, my co-workers and I regularly swapped recipes during lunch breaks. This creamy cheesecake was one...

On a recent trip to Italy, I became addicted to gelato. My favorite choice was lemon because Italian lemons have...

Credit whipped cream for the fluffy-smooth texture and luscious flavor of this frozen refresher. It's highly recommended by field editor...

We have banana trees in our backyard that bear fruit all year. After making banana bread, muffins and cookies, I...

Here's a fun layered dessert that will appeal to all ages. If you want it even nuttier, you can use...

Just three offbeat ingredients add up to one unique, delectable, no-bake treat. These super easy, sweet-and-salty candy clusters make for...

During my family's annual cookie exchange, we ran out of our beloved eggnog...much to everyone's horror! So into the kitchen...

My family loves gravy, so I can never have enough of this make-ahead turkey gravy recipe on hand for a...

This is a recipe I serve each year for my holiday open house because everyone looks for it. Store-bought noodles...

I like using pretty mini muffin liners and topping these homemade peanut butter cups with colored sprinkles to coordinate with...

These soft, buttery cutouts are always a hit, plus you can flavor the dough any way you like. I've used...

For a special treat on a steamy day, try this pina colada slush. I first had it when I was...

Everyone has a favorite potato salad, and this is mine. As a young bride, I was eager to learn how...

This mulled wine is soothing and satisfying with a delightful blend of spices warmed to perfection. Refrigerating the wine mixture...

Besides being tasty, these little tomato poppers are extra awesome because you can make them ahead of time. At parties,...

No holiday treat platter would be complete without gingerbread men cookies! This is a tried-and-true recipe I'm happy to share...