
Hawaiian Wedding Cake
"I got this wonderful recipe from a cousin whose husband was Hawaiian," notes JoAnn Desmond from Madison Heights, Virginia. "I've...

Parmesan Salad Dressing
Served over your favorite salad greens, this rich and creamy dressing is a real treat. I first sampled it at...

Candied Flowers
Sugarcoated edible flowers are a quick and easy way to add a little flair to many desserts and serving trays....

Lemon Squares
I'm expected to bring these bars to bridal showers and family gatherings. The combination of sweet and tart tastes is...

Celebration Punch
Looking for vodka punch recipes for your next party? Look no further! This easy punch is fresh, fruity and refreshing....

Strawberry Pavlova
I eat lots of fruits, and this recipe showcasing strawberries is a favorite. It's an impressive dessert that never fails.

Strawberry Cream Tarts
Dainty tarts filled with custard and fruit are fantastic for brunch. The recipe comes from our Test Kitchen. For a...

Strawberry Fluff
This recipe from my sister-in-law was a big hit at our parents' 50th wedding anniversary. Guests always seem to enjoy...

Nutty Chicken Sandwiches
Crushed pineapple gives these chicken salad sandwiches a bit of sweetness, while pecans add a bit of crunch.

Crab Appetizer Mold
This easy dish is ideal for parties. It is a true indulgence.—Kathi Mulchin, Salt Lake City, Utah

Frozen Cheesecake Bites
It only takes one of these delicious nibbles to cure your cheesecake cravings. But your guests are sure to ask...

Cucumber Tea Sandwiches
My children wanted to plant a garden, and we ended up with buckets of cucumbers. When I tired of making...

Chocolate Walnut Crescents
I use a round cookie cutter to form the crescent shapes for these nutty favorites. They're so pretty sprinkled with...

Candied Edible Flowers
To coat the flower petals with the sugar mixture, I use a kids' paint brush. I've also frozen some of...

Jamaican Shrimp
Zesty jerk seasoning is a nice complement to sweet mango in this crowd-pleasing appetizer. Although this delicious dish takes time...

Tempting Shrimp Phyllo Tarts
Writes Heather Melnick of Macedon, New York, “this appetizer has been a real hit at church receptions and family events.”...

Basic Baked Lobster Tails
Lobster tails are a treat in themselves, but for an extra-special dinner you can serve them with steak!

Meringue Drops
If you don't have time to pipe the meringue could be spooned into 2-in. circles. Extract flavorings could be added...

Fruity Sangria
Your party will get off to a great start when you welcome guests with glasses of this fruit-studded sangria. Our...

Antipasto Picnic Salad
Everybody just loves this tempting antipasto salad full of meats, veggies and pasta. It goes together in no time, serves...

Topped Cheesecake Squares
These tempting bites from our Test Kitchen are sure to steal top billing at any summer meal or social. Let...

Curried Chicken Cream Puffs
I've made these fluffy puffs for baby showers as well as holiday parties. The savory bites have such a nice...

Sweetheart Punch
An ice ring with fresh strawberries adds an elegant look to the bowl of this popular punch from Gretchen Montgomery...

Crab Cucumber Bites
I look for recipes that are deceptively easy. These fancy-but-quick crab and cucumber appetizers are heavenly, and the stand-out colors...


Italian Peach Cookies
These Italian peach cookies are labor intensive, to be sure, but they will be some of the finest-looking treats you...

Shrimp Bites
Living near the coast, I have a great advantage when it comes to getting seafood. This recipe is special and...

Pineapple Chiffon Cake with Pineapple Frosting
This tall, moist cake makes quite an impression on a dessert table. Pineapple is a nice addition to the cake...

Cupcake Frosting
Simple vanilla frosting is a great topper for any cupcake. I frosted 300 cupcakes with this recipe for my wedding...

Graduation Punch
Enjoyed for over 30 years in our family, this was the punch my mom served when I graduated from high...