Holiday recipes

"Growing up in the northeastern United States, seafood, particularly oysters, was always on our table," recalls recipe author Jerome Grant. "This recipe is a great way to add..."

This versatile bread stuffing recipe with apples, celery, and onions makes the perfect side dish for turkey or chicken. Instead of store-bought bread stuffing mix, you can use...

"It may seem odd that the dish symbolizes an idealized and commercialized version of Thanksgiving, but these flavors—the richness of the wild bird, the tangy sweetness of the cranberry, the brightness...

This onion dip is a great accompaniment to potato chips. It's made with a mixture of sour cream and mayonnaise, to which sweet and spicy caramelized onions are added. To release the sugars and perfectly...

Homemade jelly is a delicious and healthy dessert perfect for both holidays and everyday use. Simmer apples in cranberry juice, adding cinnamon and ginger for a warm, spicy note, then strain...

Blend watermelon pulp with lemon vodka and coconut juice, and for an even brighter flavor, add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. The perfect summer cocktail...

The refreshing taste of citrus always evokes associations with hot summer. Try a rum and lime lemonade cocktail, perfect for pool parties or backyard...

Sunny Anderson's festive Mojito is made with cranberry juice and cranberries. Their pleasant tartness pairs perfectly with the refreshing flavor of mint. Sweeten with...

All the flavors and aromas found in Italian porchetta (fennel, rosemary, garlic, and orange) are used to flavor this turkey. The bird is brined in a tea-and-orange brine and...

Honey mustard is one of the most popular dipping sauces for roasted poultry. This recipe suggests using it as a condiment to infuse a whole dish with this savory, sweet-tangy flavor...

This light and airy soufflé with Edam cheese and crispy bacon bits makes a great appetizer or side dish for any holiday table. The soufflé is baked in individual ramekins, making it perfect for...

Transform simple vanilla ice cream into a luxurious cherry dessert for a special occasion. Scoop ice cream into red wine glasses and top with warm homemade cherry...

Young asparagus is the perfect side dish for Easter or any other spring holiday table. For this quick, warm salad, blanched asparagus is dressed with hot olive oil and...

"I love cooking classic dishes with a variety of colors and textures for the holidays. I decided to add cranberries and zesty blue cheese to this salad, but I think the real star is the walnuts...

These walnut-topped cheese balls will be a hit at your next party. The secret is that the inside of these balls is actually grapes covered in blue cheese cream.

This hearty casserole is packed with flavors and captivates with its contrasting textures. It's got it all: potatoes, mushrooms, green beans, melting cheese, plenty of spices, and more. When...

For her Waldorf salad, Amanda Freytag prepares chicken in a unique way: she poaches chicken legs at a low simmer in a broth with white wine, celery, carrots, and onions. The chicken...

This smooth and silky creamy soup is made with chestnuts, dry sherry, and cream. A topping of crème fraîche mixed with pumpkin pie spices is perfect...

You don't need special pans for these tartlets: a 12-cupcake pan will do. The tartlets themselves are also very easy to make. Mix the dough with store-bought mix, then arrange the pieces...

Pesto and hummus are two of the most popular party dips. This recipe combines hummus with two different types of homemade pesto—red and green—to create a vibrant and delicious appetizer.

This side dish is made with a mix of hearty greens—chard, kale, and spinach. The greens are simmered in a creamy, herb-infused sauce, resulting in a tender, juicy, and fiber-rich side dish that...

Creamed corn is a popular side dish in American cuisine, most often purchased canned. This recipe brings out the rich flavor of homemade creamed corn and...

These moist, super-chocolate Devil's Food cupcakes, filled with delicious, airy frosting, covered with chocolate icing, and topped with icing, are worth the effort! You can even bake and...

Fa Gao, or lucky cake, is a popular Chinese dessert typically eaten during New Year celebrations to attract good luck and wealth. Soft, chewy, and slightly sweet, these steamed cakes...

At many Chinese restaurants in the United States, guests are offered fortune cookies at the end of dinner—crunchy, ear-shaped treats with a message on paper inside. These cookies are easy to make at home...

You won't need crushed ice for this mint julep: it's made in the form of an alcoholic jelly! The jelly is topped with mint whipped cream and served in 30ml shot glasses. The perfect treat...

Granita is essentially a delicious, fluffy, snow-like cone eaten like ice cream. This recipe uses a Mint Julep cocktail to create a delicious, refreshing dessert for adults.

Inspired by the bourbon-based cocktail popular in the American South, these mint-flavored boozy cupcakes are the perfect way to celebrate Race Day, as the mint julep is also the official...

A mint julep is a wonderful combination of fresh mint, bourbon, and plenty of crushed ice, making it a truly refreshing summer drink. The mint syrup can be made ahead of time and stored...

These thin, chewy cookies are made with almond flour. They're gluten-free, yet delicious. They stay moist for a long time, making them perfect for...

A great example of a delicious homemade pie to pair with coffee or tea every day. It's easy to make, but thanks to the crispy cinnamon streusel and cherry filling, it doesn't feel too ordinary. The finished pie...

Bake these festive cookies with the warming, spiced flavor of autumn apple pie. This recipe calls for natural, non-alcoholic apple cider. It's simmered with fragrant...

A quick sour cream pie is a popular treat with coffee or tea. To make its flavor brighter and more interesting, layer fresh blackberries between two layers of dough. Top with crispy streusel...

Serve these little pink cakes at your summer party, which are actually made with watermelon and cream. Watermelon cubes are soaked in a light ginger-lime syrup, then each...

A sweet and savory three-ingredient filling (cream cheese, brown sugar, and heavy cream) provides the perfect backdrop for spiced gingerbread cookies in this no-bake cake. The cake...

This easy-to-make layered cake is perfect for any winter holiday. It features ten gingerbread-flavored layers, and you don't need to bake them in the oven—all the layers...

Strips of tender chicken breast are deep-fried in corn dog batter, creating a delicious, fluffy crust while remaining juicy inside. Serve as an appetizer with...

Twix chocolate stick lovers can now set up a mini-factory right in their own kitchen! This recipe reveals the secret to soft cookies and chewy caramel. The sticks are...

Natural non-alcoholic cider is unfiltered apple juice, making the perfect cocktail for cool weather. Brew this spiced cider in a slow cooker for a...

This recipe transforms the classic Italian rainbow cake into a vibrant, eye-catching holiday cookie. Unlike the cake, it doesn't contain almond flour, but it retains the almond aroma and flavor.

The sweet and tart flavor of hibiscus tea elevates the frozen Margarita to a new level, making it even more dessert-like. It's perfect for a pleasant end to a festive dinner. Brew...

Ina Garten knows the secret to a delicious baked chicken that will be a hit at your party. What's more, the chicken is easy to prepare, with no marinating and a minimum of ingredients. All you need is...

This fondue is perfect for a backyard party or a picnic. The cheese sauce and accompaniments can be prepared either on the grill or over a campfire. Thanks to the combination of aged...

Don't have a fondue set? No problem! Katie Lee shared a recipe for chocolate fondue with peanut butter that you can make on the stovetop. Even beginners can make it. Just make it...

These semolina cookies with dried fruit are a popular treat in the Levant for both Eid and Easter. The filling can include a wide variety of dried fruits, from dates to figs, and...

Crispy fried chicken, bacon, and homemade ranch dressing—it's hard to imagine a more perfect combination! Everything is rolled into a thin pita bread roll along with juicy lettuce leaves and sliced ​​into...

If you decide to make donuts, don't forget to fry the cut-out "holes" too. They make great cake pops for kids. Thread them onto sticks and decorate with icing as described in...

These giant spiced cookies are baked in a cast iron skillet and turn out especially soft and chewy on the inside with deliciously crispy edges. When you take them out of the oven, don't...

These soft and chewy cookies, coated in a crisp sugar crust, are filled with the warming flavor of ginger. Ground ginger, fresh ginger root, and chopped candied ginger are added to the dough, so...