Holiday recipes

Like a classic cheeseburger, this pizza features ground beef drizzled with mustard, a bubbly layer of melted cheese, and topped with fresh red onions and pickles. They also didn't forget the "bun with..."

These cupcake-style cheeseburgers will be the center of attention at your house party. Inside, they're everything you love about a cheeseburger: a bun, a juicy beef patty, and gooey cheese, topped with...

Your guests will be amazed when you serve this cheese platter instead of cake at the end of your holiday dinner. This cheesecake on a board with crackers and grapes looks very realistic, and...

Spend a cozy evening with loved ones over a pot of cheese fondue. This rich sauce of sharp cheddar, Gruyere, and white wine is infused with spicy notes of garlic, mustard, and nutmeg. If you don't have...

For a delicious fall side dish, roast pumpkin wedges in a glaze made with real maple syrup and freshly squeezed lemon juice, with red pepper flakes for a hint of heat,...

Fill this sour cream pie with fresh raspberries, top with crisp cinnamon streusel, and drizzle with lemon glaze. The berry-citrus notes with a hint of spice make it the perfect summer...

This Iranian omelet, with a whole bouquet of greens and aromatic spices, is usually prepared during New Year's celebrations and served as an appetizer or side dish. To better complement the festive atmosphere, the green omelet...

Tropical coconut rum infuses sweetness into kombucha, or tea fungus (a sweet and sour fermented tea). This drink tastes best with store-bought passionfruit-flavored kombucha, but if...

Acorn squash slices are rolled in breadcrumbs with Parmesan, sage, and spices and baked in the oven until golden and crisp. This is a great way to make pumpkin into an appetizer for...

This savory and thick horseradish cheese soup is a wonderful warming and mood-lifting treat on a chilly day. Grated cheddar and cream give it a creamy texture and flavor, perfectly balanced by...

Add grated cheddar and dill to mashed potatoes for a great side dish for a holiday dinner. The cheese will make the mashed potatoes chewy and creamy, while the dill, with its refreshingly spicy aroma,...

Honey-chipotle barbecue sauce coats tender meatloaf with cheddar and chives as a glaze. The cheddar adds firmness and juiciness to this meatloaf, while the chives infuse it with wonderful flavor and...

When the weather outside is foul, there's nothing better than settling down with good company over a cozy pot of cheese fondue. This fondue is made with a blend of cheddar and Gruyere cheeses with alcoholic cider, which...

These delicious, fluffy, and soft potato buns with cheddar are perfect for holidays and special occasion dinners. They're literally loaded with cheese: grated sharp cheddar is added to both the dough and...

Bake these four-leaf clover scones for St. Patrick's Day, as a snack, or just for good luck. These scones with cheddar and chives are incredibly flavorful,...

This cake is infused with the enchanting, spicy flavor of Indian masala chai. A bouquet of cinnamon, cardamom, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, vanilla, and coffee makes this cake the perfect treat for autumn and...

This roasted vegetable side dish is made entirely in the microwave and is perfect for everyday meals or holidays when the oven is busy. Butternut squash is baked with tomatoes,...

These soft pastries are filled with the deliciously spiced flavor of chai latte, a milky version of Indian masala chai, with cardamom, ginger, cloves, and cinnamon. The warm pastry is topped with a layer of white...

This hearty vegetarian flatbread, rich in protein and fiber, can be made for dinner or cut into bite-sized pieces and served at a party. A quick cilantro sauce and a touch of lemon...

Velvety carrot soup is elegantly served with a dollop of crème fraîche and crispy fried sage leaves. A beautiful, delicious, and healthy way to start a holiday meal!

Although all carrot cakes taste similar, every pastry chef has their own opinion on which ingredients to add and in what quantities: some prefer more nuts, others...

These aren't carrots from the garden, but realistic carrot cake cupcakes! To make them, crumbled carrot cake is mixed with cream cheese frosting. Then, the resulting mixture is...

Filled with walnuts, coconut, and pineapple chunks, this carrot cake's layers are incredibly moist, especially if you bake them the day before, wrap them in plastic wrap, and let them...

This stunning meringue roll, the Pavlova, is so festive it could even replace a birthday cake. The meringue is topped with a mixture of coconut, pecans, almonds, and walnuts...

A splash of freshly squeezed carrot juice will brighten your Aperol Spritz and add a richer flavor. Serve garnished with a small carrot.

White chocolate provides the perfect backdrop for the fragrant, warming cardamom in this hot drink, perfect for sipping on a cool winter evening. If you're a hot chocolate fan but haven't tried it...

These cookies have very simple ingredients, but the chocolate-vanilla pinwheels look so bright and intricate, perfect for the holidays. Instead of butter, Trisha Yearwood adds...

This adorable pumpkin-shaped cheese ball is served as an appetizer and will be a delicious centerpiece for your fall party. The pumpkin is easily formed using plastic wrap. Crushed cheese crackers...

Danish cookies, typically sold in pretty tins, can easily be baked at home and will be just as crispy, crumbly, and flavorful with a wonderful vanilla-almond aroma, but with more...

One of the best things about cheese is that it's easy to shape. And when shaped into a log, it always makes a great appetizer for any party. This cheese log recipe features...

Three cheese logs surrounded by crackers are a vibrant appetizer for any party. The base is made with seasoned cream cheese. Mix in the suggested toppings to create three different flavors...

"My friend Yolanda loves a good cocktail, so I created this drink just for her," says Cardea Brown. "It was inspired by a cocktail she often likes to order when..."

These exquisite ravioli filled with ricotta, taleggio, and herbed parmesan are served in a fragrant wild mushroom sauce with pancetta for an elegant special occasion dinner. The ravioli are completely...

The Sidecar is a classic cocktail made with one part lemon juice, one part orange liqueur, and two parts cognac. It's considered a sour, but for a more balanced flavor, it's usually...

This classic take on the wildly popular cocktail couldn't be easier to make. The Cosmopolitan embodies the perfect balance of sweet and tart, perfect for both holidays and...

If you're expecting a large crowd, prepare a small culinary entertainment and treat for them – all in one! It's a parfait bar. Place bowls of different types of yogurt, berries, nuts, and...

Layered parfait with natural yogurt, fresh berries, and crunchy granola is not only beautiful but also a delicious, healthy dessert that's perfect for both a weekday breakfast and a special occasion.

These pancakes are made with milk, Greek yogurt, and butter, and are incredibly tender and fluffy. Serve them with a variety of toppings and enjoy them with a big tea party. And to make sure everyone...

Make a ham salad and serve it as appetizers on baked potato skins. Top it with fresh herbs and pickles, and it'll be not only delicious, but also...

This recipe combines the '90s favorite Cosmopolitan with a classic '50s ginger ale punch. An ice ring with frozen fruit inside keeps the punch cold and...

This traditional St. Patrick's Day dish can be made for any holiday, too. Tender corned beef brisket with braised cabbage is incredibly delicious! The recipe...

Corned beef with braised cabbage and potatoes is a traditional St. Patrick's Day dish. Leftover corned beef makes excellent hash. In fact, most people make it...

Hash is a popular Western dish made from leftover corned beef and roasted vegetables, typically served for breakfast with scrambled eggs. But many people love it so much that they even prepare the corned beef...

These oven-baked potato strips are crispy and delicious, like chips, but without the extra oil. A delicious spicy flavor comes from the combination of fresh garlic and paprika.

To make delicious potato bowls, cut boiled jacket potatoes in half, scoop out the pulp from the centers, and bake the skins until crispy. All that's left to do is fill...

Italian wedding cake is actually a traditional dessert of the American South, and no one knows how this coconut cake got its name because it has nothing to do with Italy or weddings...

Green beans are the perfect vegetable side dish for any meat or fish. They're light, delicious, easy to prepare, and look festive when served. To make a delicious side dish without the hassle, boil...

This bread filling with pineapple chunks is almost like a dessert, perfect for enjoying during a meal (or even after, if you prefer). We added a touch of vanilla because it pairs well with pineapple.