
Cranberry Fizz
With just five basic ingredients, this wonderfully tangy punch couldn't be much simpler to stir together. —Suzette Jury, Keene, California

Mustard Ham Strata
I had this at a bed-and-breakfast years ago. The owners were kind enough to give me the recipe, and I've...

Hot Cider
I dress up apple cider using lemonade, orange juice, honey and spices for a new version of the classic fall...

Garlic-Parmesan Cheese Ball
This is one of our entertaining mainstays. It complements most meals and is so easy to prepare and dress up...

Cheesecake Ice Cream
This from-scratch cheesecake ice cream brings a light, tangy flavor to sundaes and cones.

Banana Yeast Bread
Though our two children (now grown; we have one granddaughter) dislike bananas, they've always enjoyed this. It's been a standby...

Almond Cheddar Appetizers
I always try to have a supply of these appetizers on hand in the freezer. If guests drop in, I...


Apple Cranberry Crisp
For a tart twist on an old-fashioned dessert favorite, try this apple cranberry crisp.


26 Christmas Bar Recipes for Sweet Celebrations
Sweet and simple, bars are so much fun to bake up for casual celebrations. These Christmas bar recipes are tasty,...

25 Gluten-Free Sides for Your Holiday Feast
Make your gluten-free friends and family feel like VIPs at Christmas dinner this year. There are plenty of indulgent gluten-free...

How to Make a Christmas Ham
This year, go ham for the holidays with the only recipe you'll ever need.

Here’s What Happened to the Christmas Goose
Over the past few decades, the ever-popular Christmas goose has disappeared from most families' menus. Here's what people are eating...


16 Festive Leftover Candy Cane Recipes
Stuck with a box full of perfectly good candy canes and don't know what to do with them? No worries!...


60 Easy Christmas Salad Recipes that Complete a Feast
Kick off your holiday dinner with a bright and beautiful Christmas salad.

29 Make-Ahead Christmas Recipes
Keep calm and get your meal prep on. This batch of make-ahead Christmas recipes takes the chaos out of having...

17 Slow Cooker Holiday Drinks to Serve a Crowd
Spice up your party with these easy holiday drinks, served straight from the slow cooker!


31 Fun Christmas Recipes to Make with Kids
One of the best parts of the holiday season is creating festive treats with the kids! Our fun Christmas food...

What Is Figgy Pudding, and What’s it Made of?
It's mentioned in A Christmas Carol and in actual carols. Why do we sing about this Dickens of a dessert?


38 German Christmas Recipes
Bring home your favorite Christkindlmarket flavors with these German Christmas mains, sides and desserts!

21 Christmas Pudding Recipes for the Holiday Season
Now, bring us some Christmas pudding! Whether your favorite is sticky with toffee, loaded with cranberries or oozing with chocolate,...

63 Make-Ahead Holiday Recipes
Want to deliver a beautiful holiday spread, but don't want to neglect your guests? Use these lifesaving make-ahead recipes to...

Sugar Cookies, Butter Cookies and Shortbread…What’s the Difference?
Sugar, butter and flour are the ultimate cookie-baking staples. Find out how to turn them into three classic and distinctly...

How to Host a White Elephant Gift Exchange
Ready for a night of giggles and a bit of chaotic fun? Here are some basic guidelines and suggestions for...

22 Low-Carb Christmas Recipes
Just because you're eating healthier doesn't mean you can't indulge in classic holiday recipes. Thanks to our spinach dip, breakfast...


60 Cookie Exchange Recipes Your Friends Will Love
Looking for recipes for your Christmas cookie exchange? We've got 'em! Your friends and family are going to love these...

How to Make Santa Bread
Learn how to make this cute Santa bread with easy step-by-step instructions. He's sure to make your Christmas merry!

Progressive Dinner Party
Plan your holiday round robin or other multi-house party with these progressive dinner party ideas