Holidays & Events

It’s time to celebrate! Get inspired to go above-and-beyond with our special recipes for holidays and events that take you from appetizers to dessert.

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    Apple Dumpling Pull-Apart Bread

    2 reviews

    I converted a basic sweet dough into this incredible apple-filled pull-apart loaf. The results are anything but basic. It takes...


    Cheddar and Chive Mashed Potatoes

    11 reviews

    My husband swears my cheddar mashed potatoes are the world's best. We always have some in the freezer. Sometimes I...


    Mediterranean Shrimp Orzo Salad

    4 reviews

    Loaded with veggies and shrimp, this crowd-pleaser is a tasty change from standard pasta salads. —Ginger Johnson, Pottstown, Pennsylvania


    Citrus-Herb Roast Chicken

    1 review

    This dish is one of my all-time favorites. The flavorful, juicy chicken combines with the aromas of spring in fresh...


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    Antipasto Skewers

    4 reviews

    This elegant-looking appetizer is quick and easy to make. It's perfect for dinner parties, cocktail parties and everything in between!...


    Fig & Almond Cookies

    2 reviews

    In our family, holiday cookies—like these nutty fig ones—are a big deal. I'm so proud to be passing on this...


    How to Get a Grillo’s Pickle Bouquet for Valentine’s Day

    The Grillo's pickle bouquet sells out before Valentine's Day, so plan ahead!


    Spiced Chocolate Molten Cakes

    2 reviews

    Take some time to linger over this decadent dessert. There is nothing better than a gooey chocolate cake with a...

    Cranberry Spritz Cookies

    Here’s a sure standout on your treat tray. The cheery cookies get their bright pink color from cranberry-flavored gelatin. —Kristen...


    Chai Snickerdoodles

    5 reviews

    When I think of winter, I think of two things: warm cookies and chai. My recipe combines the two in...


    Creamy Vegetable Chowder

    14 reviews

    This rich, comforting soup recipe can easily be doubled or tripled. You can lower the fat content by using turkey...


    Sausage and Kale Soup

    34 reviews

    This is my family’s absolute favorite soup, and I can have it on the table in less than 45 minutes....


    Tiger Butter Bark Candy

    4 reviews

    Fans of tiger butter fudge will revel in this version that's very similar to bark candy. The chocolate swirls are...


    Layered Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars

    4 reviews

    Enjoy this holiday dessert without worrying about calories. Plus it is so luscious that no one will guess that it...


    Traditional New England Clam Chowder

    5 reviews

    I left a cruise ship with a great souvenir...the recipe for this splendid chowder! It's a traditional soup that stands...


    Spring Pea Soup

    8 reviews

    Truly a soup for the pea lover, this recipe originated with an idea in an old cookbook about eating better...


    Bacon-Beef Barley Soup

    11 reviews

    Here’s a robust dish that’s perfect for hungry teenagers! Served over creamy mashed potatoes, this quick, comforting soup really hits...

    No-Bake Peanut Butter Treats

    33 reviews

    Perfect for road trips, these peanut butter oatmeal balls won’t stick to your hands. Keep them in the refrigerator for...


    Purple-Ribbon Pumpkin Cake

    19 reviews

    I belong to a Christmas village collectors' club and we all bring a potluck dish to our monthy meetings. The...


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    Mixed Berry French Toast Bake

    21 reviews

    I just love this recipe! It's perfect for fuss-free holiday breakfasts or laid-back company. It’s scrumptious and so easy to...


    Pearl Onion Broccoli Bake

    10 reviews

    With its creamy white cheese sauce and buttery crumb topping, this dish is great comfort food. If you’re looking for...


    Plum Streusel Kuchen

    4 reviews

    This recipe is actually called "platz" in German (meaning "flat") and has been in my family since before I was...


    Frosted Gingerbread Nut Cookies

    1 review

    I received the recipe for these soft ginger cookies from a dear friend who has since passed away. A comforting...

    Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Jalapenos

    10 reviews

    Sunday is grill-out day for my husband, Cliff, and these bacon-wrapped jalapeno poppers are one of his specialties. We usually...


    Zucchini Apple Bread

    4 reviews

    Early fall means zucchini is taking off in the garden and there are fresh apples aplenty. Use them both in...


    Buffet Meatballs

    31 reviews

    I need only five ingredients to fix these easy appetizers. My grape jelly and ketchup meatballs make an appearance...


    Harvest Apple Cider

    2 reviews

    I simmer this comforting cider in my slow cooker every fall. —Lesley Geisel, Severna Park, Maryland


    Mexican-Inspired Chicken Soup

    84 reviews

    This zesty chicken taco soup is loaded with corn and black beans in a mildly spicy red broth. As a...


    Enchilada Chicken Soup

    33 reviews

    Canned soups, enchilada sauce and a few other convenience items make this chicken enchilada soup recipe one of my fast...