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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    Stuffing Bread

    1 review

    My family loves stuffing. It occurred to me that if the traditional seasonings could be incorporated into the bread itself,...


    Pfeffernuesse

    2 reviews

    These mild spice cookies, perfect for dunking, come from an old family recipe. The dough sits overnight to let the...


    Mocha Cheesecake

    1 review

    I've relied on this dessert many times when company comes calling, and it's never let me down. It's simple to...


    Rainbow Rotini Pasta Salad

    7 reviews

    Oodles of noodles plus plenty of fresh veggies make Debbie Albright's side dish a real meal-brightener. "I sometimes add extra...


    Raspberry Cocoa Trifle

    6 reviews

    This lovely layered dessert is my husband's favorite. I always make it for our Christmas dinner, but it's excellent after...


    Super Italian Sub

    6 reviews

    I like this flavorful Italian sub recipe that can be made ahead because it lets me relax with family and...


    Raspberry Swirl Cheesecake Pie

    5 reviews

    I use the jam made from our farm's plentiful wild raspberries to give this pretty dessert its marbled effect. While...


    Jam-Filled Wreaths & Hearts

    1 review

    I make these beautiful wreath-shaped cookies with jewel-red centers every Christmas. The dusting of powdered sugar gives them a snowy...

    Special Chocolate Treats

    2 reviews

    I serve these lovely cookies to guests. They freeze well. —Walter Max, Wabasha, Minnesota


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    Company Chicken Casserole

    1 review

    Searching for an entree that's special enough for company, yet easy on the cook? Try this memorable make-ahead meal from...


    Marinated Ribeyes

    8 reviews

    We have these tempting steaks weekly. Whenever I suggest a change in the recipe, my husband reminds me, "Don't fix...


    Light Tiramisu

    2 reviews

    "I call this my 'skinny' dessert," Jackie Newell says with a smile. "It tastes just like the traditional Italian dessert,...


    Strawberry Slush

    "This make-ahead slush is really refreshing on hot summer days," writes Patricia Schroedl of Jefferson, Wisconsin. "Pour lemon-lime soda over...


    Teriyaki Tenderloin

    12 reviews

    The marinade for this tender pork entree is so good that it's hard to believe it calls for only three...


    Spinach Cheese Phyllo Squares

    2 reviews

    "A higher-fat version of this casserole was a big hit when my aunt and I ran a gourmet carryout business,"...


    Apple Brandy Cheesecake

    5 reviews

    If you like apple pie, you will also enjoy this cheesecake. Bits of apple are scattered throughout the filling and...


    Linda’s Best Marinated Chicken

    10 reviews

    I have been using this grilled chicken recipe since I was 12 years old. That's 40-plus years! It is so...

    Bulgogi

    5 reviews

    I first made this peppery beef with a recipe from my boss, who lived in Korea in the 1950s. Freeze...


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    Chicken Pitas

    6 reviews

    I switched up my mom’s recipe to create this tasty pita pocket variation. It’s one of our favorite grilled...


    Lemon Creme Brulee

    1 review

    After being disappointed in this recipe the first time I tried it, I experimented. When I felt it was fit...


    Smoked Salmon-Potato Brunch Bake

    3 reviews

    The two different potatoes, fresh herbs and different textures make this savory brunch bake unique and special.—Victoria Johnson, Gilbert, Arizona


    Streusel-Topped Apple Cheesecake

    3 reviews

    I love cheesecake & apple pie so I thought this would be a great combination! It has everything that makes...


    Sausage & Apple Cornbread Bake

    2 reviews

    I make a cornbread-style bake with sausage, maple syrup and apples when we want a hearty breakfast casserole. It’s sweet,...

    Bacon Beef Tenderloin with Cranberry Glaze

    1 review

    I made this for Christmas one year and now people request it for every special event. Omit the jalapeno if...


    Contest-Winning Neapolitan Cheesecake

    4 reviews

    As a child, I loved Neapolitan ice cream. I thought it would be fun to create a cheesecake with the...


    Toasted Hazelnut and Chocolate Ice Cream

    1 review

    The flavors in this ice cream take me back to European vacations I've enjoyed in the past. I am a...


    Icebox Potato Rolls

    2 reviews

    These tender rolls are a family favorite, and we sometimes have more than 20 people around the table. Make the...


    Apricot Pinwheel Cookies

    3 reviews

    My grandmother always made these cookies for the holidays. The recipe has been passed down through generations to me, and...


    Spicy Lamb Curry

    I've tweaked this curry over the years using a blend of aromatic spices. Fenugreek seeds can be found in specialty...