So perhaps your New Year’s traditions have been less outrageous since you’ve had kids. The days of endless primping, wearing clothes that were never appropriate for the weather and drinking fancy cocktails are long gone. But that doesn’t mean the fun is over!

Here are five New Year’s Eve party ideas your whole family can enjoy:

Play Dress-Up

Before New Year’s, take a family outing to the local thrift shop. Set a specific dollar amount that everyone can spend and make guidelines for their purchases. For example, be a favorite movie character, go back to an era in time (think ’90s) or choose the fanciest clothes possible.

To really up the ante, pick names out of a hat and shop for the assigned family member. On New Year’s Eve, dress up in your thrift shop finds and have a dinner party starring these New Year’s recipes.

Host a Cookie Swap

Ask family friends to bring a batch to share. Prep a hot chocolate bar—regular and spiked—and use these dunkable cookies as a side dish. Everyone can go home with a mixed tray of cookies.

Don’t forget our tips for hosting an unforgettable cookie swap!

Ring in the New Year at Noon

If you have little ones in your crew, the reality of making it until midnight (heck, even 10 p.m.!) is slim to none. Close all your curtains and pretend it’s 12 midnight instead of 12 noon. Find a faraway time zone that’s already celebrating the New Year and watch the festivities online. Toast with your favorite mocktail.

Have a Movie Marathon

For your New Year’s Eve movie marathon, have everyone pick a favorite flick. Depending on how many are in your family, set the last movie to end just a few moments before midnight. Prep these awesome movie treats to snack on during the show and during “intermission” as each movie ends and another begins. Most importantly, don’t forget the homemade popcorn!

Start a Gratitude Jar

Begin a new tradition on the last night of the year. Since expressing gratitude has been a proven key to continued happiness, have every family member write down what they are thankful for on a piece of paper whenever the mood strikes them throughout the year. Then fold them up and put them in the jar. Next New Year’s Eve, dump out the jar and review what was so awesome about the past year.

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Crab CrescentsThis recipe is so good, no one will guess how quickly you put it together. These little bites are delicious and decadent! —Stephanie Howard, Oakland, California

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Honey Champagne FondueThis special champagne fondue has wonderful flavor from Swiss cheese and a hint of sweetness from honey. It clings well to any kind of dipper. —Shannon Copley, Upper Arlington, Ohio

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Lobster TartletsI love lobster, so I created this lobster tart recipe. They are the perfect appetizer for a New Year's Eve party or family dinner. Top with chives or green onions for color. —Lorraine Caland, Shuniah, Ontario

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Pineapple Pecan Cheese BallA tangy and nutty pineapple cheese ball is a delicious combination of sweet with savory. People love it at parties!

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Marinated Olive & Cheese RingWe love to make meals into celebrations, and antipasto always kicks off the party. This one is almost too pretty to eat, especially when sprinkled with pimientos, fresh basil and parsley. —Patricia Harmon, Baden, Pennsylvania

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Smoked-Almond Cheese ToastsI created my recipe for appetizer toasts while planning the menu for a friend's bridal luncheon, but it's just as good for a New Year's Eve party. Smoked almonds add a special touch to the chunky cheese spread.—Laura Murphy, Columbus, Mississippi

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Chicken ScampiThis chicken scampi recipe is so delectable that I'm often asked to double it when family members visit over the holidays. I also suggest preparing it with shrimp for a quick, convenient alternative that's also delicious. —Janet Lebar, Centennial, Colorado

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Cranberry SaladThis cranberry salad (or cranberry fluff salad to some) is an excellent side or dessert recipe. Cranberries, pineapples, green apples and delightful mini marshmallows are all folded together with whipped cream and walnuts for a fluffy yet crunchy dish.

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Gruyere and Crab PalmiersFor an elegant New Year's Eve food idea, I keep these little bursts of flavor in my freezer so they can be pulled out and popped into the oven whenever needed. Crab, pancetta and Gruyere make a sophisticated appetizer, and you can make your own variations on the filling. Try chicken and pesto, or a Mediterranean version with spinach and feta. —Grace Voltolina, Westport, Connecticut

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Butterscotch MartinisThe rich flavors of butterscotch and chocolate pair up for a nightcap that will satisfy any sweet tooth. —Clara M. Coulson Minney, Washington Court House, Ohio

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Party PizzasA batch of these snacks gets cleared away fast with the irresistible combination of creamy cheese and lightly seasoned meat on crispy toast. —Carolyn Snow, Sedalia, Missouri

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Pots de CremeLooking for an easy New Year's Eve food idea for your sweetheart? Served in pretty, stemmed glasses, this chocolaty custard is sure to set the mood for a special evening.—Connie Dreyfoos, Cincinnati, Ohio

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Cranberry Sauce MeatballsThis recipe for cranberry sauce meatballs combines frozen, precooked meatballs with a sweet-and-spicy sauce. Of course, you can always make the meatballs from scratch if you're not pressed for time.

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Garlic Butter ShrimpGarlic and lemon lend a pleasant flavor to these speedy sauteed shrimp. I like to serve them over wild rice mix from a box. —Sheryll Hughes-Smith, Brandon, Mississippi

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Bacon-Wrapped Filets with Scotched MushroomsI got the idea for bacon-wrapped filet mignon when I saw some on sale in the grocery store. The rest was inspired by my husband, because he once made a Scotch and ginger ale sauce. This elegant New Year's Eve idea is for two, but it can easily be doubled. —Mary Kay LaBrie, Clermont, Florida

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Butternut Thyme TartletsA great teaser for what's to come, this light and crunchy appetizer is filled with my favorite flavors. Make the creamy filling a few days before New Year's Eve, then fill the phyllo cups right before guests arrive. —Arlene Erlbach, Morton Grove, Illinois

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Brie with AlmondsThis nut-topped cheese is elegant and impressive for holiday occasions. No one will guess that the recipe is actually a snap to prepare. —Mildred Aydt, Chanhassen, Minnesota

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Bubbly Champagne PunchThis champagne punch, served at my wedding, continues to this day to be the elegant drink we serve at special events. —Anita Geoghagan, Woodstock, Georgia

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English TrifleIf you want a special dessert recipe to wow your guests, this is it. When you serve it, the only sound after that will be the scraping of spoons against bowls—and the occasional sigh of extreme satisfaction.

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Marinated CheeseThis special appetizer always makes it to our neighborhood parties and is the first to disappear at the buffet table. It's an attractive, delicious New Year's Eve food idea—and easy! —Laurie Casper, Coraopolis, Pennsylvania

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Apple-Gouda Pigs in a BlanketFor New Year’s, I used to make pigs in a blanket with beef and cheddar. But now I like apple and Gouda for an even better flavor celebration. —Megan Weiss, Menomonie, Wisconsin

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Apple ‘n’ Prosciutto SandwichesPrepared on an indoor grill, this apple prosciutto sandwich are spread with homemade rosemary pesto. They’re wonderful on a cool day with a bowl of butternut squash soup. —Elizabeth Bennett, Mill Creek, Washington

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Caramel Chex MixThis wonderfully crunchy snack is loaded with cereal, pretzels and nuts—and coated with a not-too-sweet brown sugar mixture. Package this up as gifts, or set out a bowl at your New Year's Eve party and watch it disappear by the handful. —Samantha Moyer, Oskaloosa, Iowa

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Cream Cheese-Stuffed MushroomsYou’ll love the freshness from the parsley and thyme in these little cream cheese-stuffed mushrooms. Our family loves them! —Rachel Reed, Gainesville, Georgia

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Spicy Pickled GrapesI love sweet and spicy flavors, so I created these pickled grapes. They are excellent as an appetizer, a sneaky addition to salads or a topper in your favorite Bloody Mary. —Carla Hinkle, Memphis, Tennessee

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Pomegranate Ginger SpritzerConveniently, a pitcher of this non-alcoholic beverage can be made hours before holiday guests arrive. Add the club soda just before serving. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen

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Crudite DipOne easy New Year's Eve food idea is to have plenty of dips around the party. To bring out the crudite dip’s tangy flavor, chill it before serving. This will allow the flavors time to blend. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen

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Lavender Honey CheesecakeI love the scent of lavender, and the edible flowers make this cheesecake one of the most spectacular I've tasted. You can use lavender honey in this recipe for extra flavor, but even without it, the lavender is very distinct. —Julie Palmer, Lafayette Hill, Pennsylvania

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Slaw-Topped Beef SlidersWhen I was working full time, I relied on these delicious, fast-to-fix beef sliders for simple meals. To speed prep time and avoid extra cleanup, I used bagged coleslaw mix and bottled slaw dressing. —Jane Whittaker, Pensacola, Florida

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Mushroom Puff Pastry BitesThese mushroom puff pastry bites make the perfect finger food at your New Year's Eve part. I even freeze them for a quick appetizer for unexpected guests. — Marion Ruzek, Jeffersonville, Indiana

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Spicy Mixed NutsCumin and chili powder give extra oomph to the classic homemade nut mix. It's a smart solution for holiday snacking and gift giving. —Delores Hill, Helena, Montana

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Elegant White Chocolate MousseSimply elegant is a fitting description for this smooth treat. Whipped cream teams up with white chocolate to make this easy recipe extra special for a New Year's Eve dessert. —Laurinda Johnston, Belchertown, Massachusetts

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Mini MuffulettaPeople love these hearty little sandwich wedges. The recipe is great for a party and can be made the day before.—Gareth Craner, Minden, Nevada

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Smoked Salmon Bites with Shallot SauceTangy mayonnaise-Dijon sauce adds zip to flaky pastry and layers of crisp arugula, thinly sliced smoked salmon and nutty-flavored Asiago cheese. It's a super easy New Year's Eve food idea for a big (or little) bash. —Jamie Brown-Miller, Napa, California

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Cranberry Cream Cheese SpreadThis festive dip is a snap to make, taking only 10 minutes from start to finish. Thanks to its hint of sweetness, both kids and adults will gobble it up. —Frankie Robinson, Lockhart, Texas

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Whiskey-Brandy SlushIt may be cold outside, but we like to serve this icy citrus drink for Christmas gatherings at our house. It is fantastic for parties and large gatherings, and it keeps well in the freezer. —Joan Shoebottom, Lexington, Michigan

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Hearty Rye MeltsWhen we moved from the Midwest to Kentucky, we were invited to a neighborhood gathering, where this appetizer was served. Hanky panky—as it’s often called around here—is traditionally served at Derby Day parties, but at our home it’s become a year-round favorite.

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Shrimp and Cucumber CanapesThese cute stacks really stand out in a holiday appetizer buffet. Tasty, cool and crunchy, they come together in a snap. —Ashley Nochlin, Port St. Lucie, Florida

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Triple Nut SnowballsThis super-crunchy, not-too-sweet cookie is a fun update on the classic snowball. I used cashews, macadamia nuts and pecans, but you can mix and match other nuts to your liking. —Thomas Faglon, Somerset, New Jersey

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Marinated OlivesOur son often made these olives for holiday get-togethers. They are simple to make and add a little zest to the other offerings on the New Year's Eve food table. —Marguerite Shaeffer, Sewell, New Jersey

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Creole Scallop CakesOne day I had some scallops and decided to concoct a scallop cake instead of a crab cake. This scrumptious appetizer can be prepared ahead of time. The cakes and aioli sauce can both be made the day before, and you can cook the cakes just before serving. Not only does this simplify last-minute prep, it allows the flavors to blend, making the dish even more yummy. —Iisha Leftrdige-Brooks, Sacramento, California

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Best Ever Lamb ChopsMy mom just loved a good lamb chop, and this easy recipe was her favorite way to prepare them. You can even grill these chops with amazing results for New Year's Eve. —Kim Mundy, Visalia, California

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Jellied Champagne DessertFor a fun New Year's Eve food idea, this refreshing dessert looks just like a glass of bubbling champagne.—Vickie McLaughlin, Kingsport, Tennessee

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Brie-Leek TartletsMy family is picky, but everyone loves these little bites. I make dozens of them at a time because they're gone the second I turn my back. —Colleen MacDonald, Port Moody, British Columbia

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Mini Cheese BallsThese mini cheese balls are the perfect quick appetizer for any party. Roll them in toasted sesame seeds, fresh rosemary and/or paprika to add even more flavor. —J. Spivey, Ennice, North Carolina

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Elegant Cranberry Pear SaladThis salad recipe, with its combination of fresh ingredients and crunchy walnuts, is quick to make and yet looks very elegant. —Irene Fenlason, East Helena, Montana

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Brie Cherry Pastry CupsGolden brown and flaky, these bite-sized puff pastries with creamy Brie and sweet cherry preserves could easily double as a scrumptious dessert. —Marilyn McSween, Mentor, Ohio

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Chocolate Pomegranate CandiesThis recipe pairs white and dark chocolate with whole, natural ingredients for an unbelievably delicious treat! These candies are perfect to give as a gift for Christmas. —Kelly Zdrowak, Orchard Park, New York

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Cranberry-Orange Vodka SlushYears ago, my mother made a rosy and refreshing party drink I’ve never forgotten. The sparkle comes from fruit juices, vodka and lemon lime soda. —Melinda Strable, Ankeny, Iowa

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Deviled EggsOnce you know how to make deviled eggs, you will wonder why you have not been making them for every potluck and backyard barbecue. They are so easy!

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Air-Fryer Mushroom Roll-UpsThis New Year's Eve party idea was inspired by a dish I saw on an episode of Top Chef. I simplified the snacks a little and tweaked the flavors a bit. These mushroom roll-ups can be made ahead and reheated before your guests arrive. —Lillian Julow, Lawrenceville, Georgia

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Mango BelliniSimple yet delicious, this mango Bellini is made with fresh mango puree and your favorite sparkling wine—I usually choose Prosecco for mine. You can easily turn it into a mocktail by using sparkling water in place of the champagne or Prosecco. —Ellen Folkman, Crystal Beach, Florida

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Spiced Eggnog Rum CookiesOne year, when I had a lot of eggnog on hand, I created a new holiday cookie recipe. The flavor is subtle, but somehow the eggnog transforms regular sugar cookies into something exceptional for the holidays. —Mark Banick, Turner, Oregon

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Coffee Grinder

Before there were grinders incorporated within coffee makers, you had to start out the morning with a little exercise, grinding your own beans by hand. These items are so cool-looking that you may want to include them in your present-day kitchen decor, but we recommend going with an electric model for doing the actual coffee grinding.

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Butter Mold

A butter mold or butter stamp is a device for stamping a design onto a block of warm butter. The stamps are typically made of wood, and feature simple designs likes cows, flowers or geometric shapes. They were a staple in the kitchen for formal events and holidays.

Ever wonder if it’s safe to keep butter on the counter? We found out.

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Bread Box

When we play 20 Questions in our house, one of the standard questions is always, “Is it bigger than a bread box?” It’s funny to say, but most of our kids don’t even know what that is! Bread boxes were popular before loaves were baked with preservatives and wrapped in plastic.

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Bread Slicer

Forties-era “Slice a Slice” contraptions were designed to hold a single slice of bread and cut it into two slices, creating enough bread for a cold sandwich with half the bread calories. Ahead of its time, this was around way before you could order a sandwich “skinny.”

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Pudding Mold

This isn’t Oscar the Grouch’s home, it’s a pudding mold! Perfect for displaying a pudding at your Christmas feast. There were all sorts of shapes and designs for your pudding or gelatin creations.

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Cherry Pitter

There is nothing worse than biting into a delicious cherry pie and discovering a pit, hoping you didn’t need a trip to the dentist afterwards! This dilemma was solved handily by the cherry pitter.

Here are the easiest ways to pit cherries in the 21st century.

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Cake Breaker

No, this is not a comb, it’s a cake breaker or cake rake. Cake breakers were used to break apart delicate cakes, such an angel food cake, and were very popular mid-century by bakers and homemakers alike.

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Cookie Press

A cookie press is a device used to extrude cookie dough into distinct shapes (here’s what they look like these days). They’re usually made of a cylinder with a plunger or trigger, which is why it’s sometimes called a cookie gun. Most cookie presses come with several different discs with different designs. These are perfect for spritz cookies, from the German word spritzen which means “to squirt.”

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Hand Mixer

There is no outlet to plug this contraption into. It’s all muscle in order to beat those eggs or whip up your cake batter! This hand mixer was the early inspiration for the KitchenAid mixer we see in many homes today, and it came on the market in 1919.

Here’s the best hand mixer on the market today, according to our Test Kitchen.

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Pyrex Dishes

Pyrex made its public debut in 1915 during World War I. By the ’50s and ’60s, every household had at least one casserole dish like this. Perhaps you can remember cradling one of these Pyrex dishes in the back of a station wagon en route to a family gathering.

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Blueberry Ice Cream

Blueberry French Toast Casserole

86 Reviews

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Total Time1 hour 25 min

Servings8 servings (1-3/4 cups sauce)

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From the Recipe Creator:A local blueberry grower shared this recipe with me, and it's the best breakfast dish I've ever tasted. With the cream cheese and berry combination, this French toast casserole reminds me of dessert. —Patricia Axelsen, Aurora, Minnesota

Nutrition Facts:1 serving: 621 calories, 31g fat (15g saturated fat), 350mg cholesterol, 569mg sodium, 68g carbohydrate (44g sugars, 2g fiber), 19g protein.

Blackberry-Sauced Pork Chops

3 Reviews

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Total Time30 min

Servings4 servings

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From the Recipe Creator:My family loved these chops from the first time I fixed them. They're as tasty in a skillet as they are grilled, so you can eat them all year long. The sauce is also fantastic with chicken. —Priscilla Gilbert, Indian Harbour Beach, Florida

Nutrition Facts:1 pork chop with 2 tablespoons sauce and 1/4 cup berries: 311 calories, 10g fat (3g saturated fat), 68mg cholesterol, 531mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 2g fiber), 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1-1/2 starch, 1/2 fat.

Maple Blackberry Mojito

1 Review

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Total Time10 min

Servings1 serving

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From the Recipe Creator:This refreshing blackberry cocktail is how you take advantage of prime berry season during the summer months. I've also used other types of fruit, including raspberries, kiwi and strawberries. —Donna Noel, Gray, Maine

Nutrition Facts:1/2 cup: 160 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 18mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 1g fiber), 0 protein.

Blueberry Kuchen

46 Reviews

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Total Time50 min

Servings12 servings

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From the Recipe Creator:In the summer, we can get beautiful, plump blueberries, which I use in this easy-to-make coffee cake. I like to freeze extra blueberries so I have them available anytime I want this treat. —Anne Krueger, Richmond, British Columbia

Nutrition Facts:1 piece: 271 calories, 9g fat (5g saturated fat), 37mg cholesterol, 189mg sodium, 45g carbohydrate (28g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.

Linzer Cookies

7 Reviews

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Total Time40 min

Servings3 dozen

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From the Recipe Creator:This specialty cookie takes a little extra effort, but the results are sweet! They really help to make the holidays feel special. —Jane Pearcy, Verona, Wisconsin

Nutrition Facts:1 cookie: 161 calories, 9g fat (4g saturated fat), 28mg cholesterol, 82mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.

German Red Cabbage

28 Reviews

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Total Time1 hour 15 min

Servings10 servings

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From the Recipe Creator:Sunday afternoons were a time for family gatherings when I was a kid. While the uncles played cards, the aunts made treats such as this traditional German red cabbage recipe. —Jeannette Heim, Dunlap, Tennessee

Nutrition Facts:1 cup: 64 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 23mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1/2 starch.

Creamy Blueberry Gelatin Salad

24 Reviews

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Total Time30 min

Servings15 servings

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From the Recipe Creator:Plump blueberries and a fluffy topping star in this pretty, refreshing salad that was my mother's recipe. It was served at every holiday and celebration, and now my grandchildren look forward to sampling it at holidays. —Sharon Hoefert, Greendale, Wisconsin

Nutrition Facts:1 piece: 221 calories, 10g fat (5g saturated fat), 27mg cholesterol, 76mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (26g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.

Blueberry-Dijon Chicken

20 Reviews

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Total Time30 min

Servings4 servings

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From the Recipe Creator:Blueberries and chicken may seem like a strange combination, but prepare to be pleasantly surprised. I add a sprinkling of minced fresh basil as the finishing touch. —Susan Marshall, Colorado Springs, Colorado

Nutrition Facts:1 chicken breast with 2 tablespoons sauce: 325 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 102mg cholesterol, 522mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (25g sugars, 0 fiber), 34g protein.

Blueberry Angel Dessert

58 Reviews

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Total Time10 min

Servings12 servings

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From the Recipe Creator:Make the most of angel food cake, pie filling and whipped topping by creating this light impressive dessert that doesn't keep you in the kitchen for hours. It's the perfect way to end a summer meal. —Carol Johnson, Tyler, Texas

Nutrition Facts:1 piece: 384 calories, 10g fat (7g saturated fat), 21mg cholesterol, 223mg sodium, 70g carbohydrate (50g sugars, 3g fiber), 3g protein.

Creamy Berry Smoothies

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Total Time10 min

Servings2 servings

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From the Recipe Creator:Who can tell that this delicious smoothie is made with tofu? No one (especially your kids)! The blend of berries and pomegranate juice makes this welcoming drink a refreshing delight. —Sonya Labbe, West Hollywood, California

Nutrition Facts:1 cup: 157 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 24mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (29g sugars, 3g fiber), 4g protein.

Easy Lemon-Blueberry Jam

3 Reviews

Total Time15 min

Servings4 half-pints

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From the Recipe Creator:After one taste of this delightfully sweet and simple jam, people will find it hard to believe that you didn't spend many long hours in a hot kitchen. Of course, you don't have to let them in on your "secret"! —Joyce Robbins, Old Hickory, Tennessee

Nutrition Facts:2 tablespoons: 68 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 6mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.

Blackberry Pie

26 Reviews

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Total Time55 min

Servings8 servings

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From the Recipe Creator:I grew up on a farm, and we always picked fruits in early summer and used them to make desserts. This blackberry pie recipe is a real stunner. —Gladys Gibbs, Brush Creek, Tennessee

Nutrition Facts:1 piece: 524 calories, 26g fat (16g saturated fat), 68mg cholesterol, 407mg sodium, 69g carbohydrate (29g sugars, 5g fiber), 5g protein.

German-Style Cabbage and Beans

5 Reviews

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Total Time30 min

Servings6 servings

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From the Recipe Creator:This is one of my greatest hits for a potluck dish at church suppers. If you use some red cabbage, it will have very festive colors, light pink with green. It looks so pretty. —Winifred Winch, Wetmore, Michigan

Nutrition Facts:3/4 cup: 87 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 3mg cholesterol, 284mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 3g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 vegetable, 1/2 starch.

Blackberry Brandy Sauce

1 Review

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Total Time25 min

Servings12 servings (1/4 cup each)

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From the Recipe Creator:Fresh ingredients make a rich-tasting blackberry brandy sauce to serve over ice cream, cheesecake, pancakes, angel food cake ... the possibilities are endless, and it makes everything look gorgeous. —Crystal Jo Bruns, Iliff, Colorado

Nutrition Facts:1/4 cup (calculated without ice cream): 93 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 1mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein.

Blueberry Cheesecake

27 Reviews

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Total Time1 hour 20 min

Servings12 servings

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From the Recipe Creator:This is my favorite blueberry cheesecake recipe, which I often make for family get-togethers. —Cathy Medley, Clyde, Ohio

Nutrition Facts:1 piece: 424 calories, 28g fat (16g saturated fat), 129mg cholesterol, 262mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (30g sugars, 1g fiber), 7g protein.

Blueberry Buckle

25 Reviews

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Total Time1 hour

Servings9 servings

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From the Recipe Creator:This blueberry buckle recipe came from my grandmother. As children, my sister and I would go to Pennsylvania for blueberry picking. Mother taught us to pick only perfect berries, and those gems went into this wonderful recipe. —Carol Dolan, Mount Laurel, New Jersey

Nutrition Facts:1 piece: 390 calories, 13g fat (8g saturated fat), 54mg cholesterol, 282mg sodium, 64g carbohydrate (36g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.

Blackberry Frozen Yogurt

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Total Time30 min

Servings8 servings

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From the Recipe Creator:You could also use boysenberries, raspberries or strawberries for this delicious dessert. — Rebecca Baird, Salt Lake City, Utah

Nutrition Facts:3/4 cup: 248 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 78mg sodium, 57g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 5g fiber), 6g protein.

Blueberry Cream Pops

4 Reviews

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Total Time15 min

Servings8 pops

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From the Recipe Creator:Blueberry-and-cream pops are such a fun after-school snack. Make them in the morning so the pops are ready to go when the kids come in the door. —Cindy Reams, Philipsburg, Pennsylvania

Nutrition Facts:1 pop: 112 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 3mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (21g sugars, 1g fiber), 0 protein.

Lavender Honey Cheesecake

3 Reviews

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Total Time25 min

Servings16 servings

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From the Recipe Creator:I love the scent of lavender, and the edible flowers make this cheesecake one of the most spectacular I've tasted. You can use lavender honey in this recipe for extra flavor, but even without it, the lavender is very distinct. —Julie Palmer, Lafayette Hill, Pennsylvania

Nutrition Facts:1 slice: 322 calories, 23g fat (13g saturated fat), 62mg cholesterol, 181mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.

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Vintage napkins aren’t just for tea parties anymore. Grab your favorite pretties and crafting supplies for some DIY fun. Warning, your friends may swoon!

Decorate Jars

This project uses vintage-inspired paper napkins. Justina of hobby_decoupage takes old glass yogurt jars and decoupages the napkin right on! Mod Podge will be your friend in this project, along with sponge brushes and any glass jar. Coat the jar first, place a cutout of the napkin on top and add another layer of Mod Podge. Let dry overnight.

Create a Quilt

This project is for an experienced quilter, but if you have many vintage linens in your collection, channel @eleanor.voorhees for inspiration and master this beauty. Gather all of your quilting supplies and make a weekend of it. Once the project is complete, take care of your quilt with these laundry tips.

Make a Charming Advent Calendar

Be on the lookout all year long for the perfect vintage napkins to create this custom advent calendar. Instagrammer @greensk_ye used the tutorial from @sarahedgarprettyfabrics to showcase vintage napkins for a Christmas Countdown. Fill it with handmade candy and special notes for your whole household to enjoy during the holiday season.

Adorn and Accessorize

Make like @thepumpkinscone and gussy up a plain, denim bag with a bright, vintage napkin. This is a quick project if your sewing machine is handy. Alternatively you can hand-stitch the napkin onto your bag, but be sure to choose a heavy-duty needle that can handle the thick canvas. This bag is sure to get a ton of compliments when you’re out and about.

Put Them Front and Center

If you have some fancy vintage napkins in your collection, set the table for your next event using the napkin as the focal centerpiece. If you’re feeling extra ambitious this spring, learn how to fold your vintage napkins in the shape of a bunny, or use Instagrammer @lusso_all_things_luxury as inspiration for a Sunday brunch table setting.

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