Holiday recipes

This creamy spinach and artichoke soup can be served as a unique and filling appetizer, poured into wide glasses. Frozen artichokes and spinach can be used for this recipe.

Caprese is a symbol of Italian cuisine, continually proving how delicious and yet simple an appetizer can be. Traditionally, it consists of slices of mozzarella arranged on a plate...

Gougères are French pastries made from small balls of choux pastry filled with cheese. The filling is most often made from melting cheeses with a distinct flavor and aroma, such as...

Hushpuppies, small, crispy doughnuts, are a traditional snack in the American South, where they're often served with seafood. This recipe pairs hushpuppies with seafood to create a...

An appetizer of crostini arranged on a platter looks elegant and very appetizing, especially when served with baked tomatoes. Tomatoes baked in a dressing of honey, vinegar, and olive oil...

A quick appetizer for a crowd, deviled eggs are a great idea for a holiday table. Boil the eggs until hard and cut them in half to scoop out the yolk and return it to the...

An easy-to-make appetizer that will grace a holiday table and delight you on a weekday. Miniature bruschetta sandwiches combine all the delights of an Italian appetizer: crispy...

Meze is a large platter with numerous smaller portions of various appetizers, traditionally served with wine or other alcoholic beverages. This type of appetizer platter is traditional in the Eastern...

A soft, creamy cream cheese filling perfectly complements juicy, fresh peppers, and in just five minutes, without any extra effort, you'll have a delicious and vibrant appetizer of sweet and hot peppers with...

Bread puddings are a godsend for thrifty housewives, as stale baked goods are ideal for making them. Moreover, by soaking them in a custard mixture, the dessert...

The crispy envelopes with notes inside are widely known as Chinese fortune cookies, but as usual, things aren't so clear-cut. There are several theories about the origins of...

Bisque is a thick, creamy crustacean soup popular on the Mediterranean coast. It's made with not only the meat of shrimp, lobster, or crayfish, but also their shells and heads. First...

These chili pepper poppers, filled with jumbo shrimp and fried in batter, are equally at home on New Year's Eve or with a glass of beer while watching a game. An explosive flavor...

Olives in a bowl are a casual appetizer that graces any holiday table and pairs well with many alcoholic beverages. If olives are a regular on your table, you can prepare and serve them in...

Chicken, butter, hot sauce, celery, and blue cheese… This combination of ingredients has long been known in American cuisine as Buffalo. Although the original recipe calls for Buffalo...

During the holiday season and the abundance of sweets on the table, these cheese cookies are a pleasant alternative to Christmas gingerbread. They go perfectly with a glass of wine or a cup of tea. A blend of Pecorino cheeses...

Meatballs are meatballs (from the English word "meat" and "ball") that, unlike meatballs or meatballs, are baked in the oven until golden brown. Meatballs are most often made from ground beef,...

Shrimp cocktail is a great addition to any party. This easy-to-make and delicious appetizer has been popular for decades. Shrimp are peeled, leaving only the tails...

During persimmon season, you can enjoy this incredibly healthy fruit not only on its own, but also use it to create interesting appetizers and salads, which it enhances with its unique flavor. Here's...

If you're preparing crunchy snacks for a beer party at home, don't forget jalapeños along with onion rings and chicken wings. They make a delicious, piquant appetizer...

Crispy, deep-fried balls are one of the most popular beer snacks at parties. No matter the filling, crispy balls are always a sure-fire treat for...

To make these dumplings, you'll need ready-made pizza dough and processed cheese for the filling. Cut the dough into squares and wrap a piece of cheese inside each square, forming envelopes. Then...

Monkey bread is a popular American pastry, a pie or large cake made from numerous rolled dough balls filled with filling, which are then separated by hand and eaten. It likely originated...

Antipasto is an Italian appetizer served before the main course. It's typically a large plate containing individual piles of Italian cheeses, sliced ​​deli meats, vegetables, and bread. For this reason...

This shrimp dip recipe is inspired by the seafood dishes traditional in the coastal American city of New Orleans. The dip is literally filled with mouth-watering pieces of shrimp, drowning in...

Shrimp cocktail appetizers always look quite formal, elegant, and sometimes even pretentious on the table. Yet, they're very simple to prepare. They're made with boiled shrimp, which are most often...

You can make a delicious cheese fondue even if you don't have a special pan with a burner on hand. A bread bowl, pre-baked in the oven, will serve as a container for the cheese sauce...

Coconut shrimp is a crispy Caribbean-style appetizer made with shrimp coated in a coconut crust or flakes mixed with breadcrumbs. Coconut shrimp are most often fried in...

Caramelized onions add a unique flavor to any dish or appetizer. They're also a great addition to a cheese dip. To soften the onions and give them a pleasant caramelized...

Cheese dip with spinach and artichokes is one of the most popular dips in the United States. It's served in diners and restaurants, sold in stores, and made at home. It's a frequent guest at many...

Italian wedding soup is made with meatballs and greens in a broth. The greens can be any green salad or various types of cabbage. But this soup has nothing to do with weddings, and...

Oven-baked brie dip is a fun alternative to a cheese platter and fondue. Serve this appetizer to your guests, and they'll be so delighted you'll want to make more...

The aromas of spicy cinnamon, caramel, and tangy bourbon perfectly complement the pear filling of this delicious star pie, which will be the highlight of your New Year's or Christmas...

Portobello mushrooms are a type of button mushroom with enormous caps. Six of these caps are enough to make a delicious and filling gratin—a crispy casserole dish. Place in a baking dish...

The basic ingredients of a Bloody Mary are vodka and tomato juice. But to add interesting flavors, add celery, horseradish, lime juice, hot sauce, and Worcestershire sauce.

Mulled wine has been considered a traditional winter drink in Europe for centuries, warming with its flavor, spicy aroma, and festive spirit. This low-alcohol drink is excellent...

In the pre-holiday rush, with several dishes lined up in the oven, you can unload it and make a green bean gratin in a slow cooker. All you have to do is bake...

To end the work week with something unusual, try cooking ham, slicing it, and serving it on a plate with boiled vegetables, mashed potatoes, or making a sandwich with...

Progress is marching across the planet, and our kitchens are becoming filled with a variety of gadgets that make life significantly easier. Thanks to these hardworking helpers, being a good housewife doesn't require...

This roast turns out so similar to an oven roast, it's hard to believe it was cooked in a slow cooker. The secret is pre-searing the pork shoulder in a skillet. How...

This beautiful holiday chicken can be baked in the oven or cooked in a slow cooker. This recipe takes no more than 15 minutes to prepare. Rub...

Over 8 hours in a slow cooker, the beef turns into the most tender, juicy meat. Combined with vegetables, you get a dish that's guaranteed to disappear without a trace. Before...

Impress your friends and family with your baking skills by creating a stunning cake in the shape of a tiki cocktail, or a tropical cocktail popular on the Pacific coast. Work on...

This cheesecake, decorated in the patriotic colors of the national flag, will be a real hit during the National Day celebrations. You can also use other food colors...

If you're looking for a unique cake for a children's party or a school tea party, the "School of Fish" cake will be a hit. Kids will love it not only for its vibrant, unique look, but also for its impeccable...

These shortbread cookies (Finnish: Lusikkaleivat) differ from most Scandinavian Christmas cookies in that they have a distinctive nutty flavor, which comes from the toasted brown butter.

Jamie Oliver's Ameretti cookies are gluten-free and perfect for the winter holidays. These airy and crispy Italian cookies boast a delicate almond flavor...