Dinner Party Recipes

Free up the oven for side dishes and desserts, and grill your holiday turkey! The indirect heat of the grill will cook it like an oven, ensuring even cooking, and the skin will be delicious.

A few pinches of apple pie spice and a touch of apple butter make this sour cream streusel pie the perfect fall treat. When mixing the streusel ingredients, be careful not to clump them...

The best complement to thick tomato soup is a grilled sandwich with melting cheese, but the author of this recipe went one step further and grilled the sandwich right on top of the soup in a bowl. Such an interesting...

This dessert kugel is a casserole of egg noodles in a soft cream cheese frosting with apricot nectar. The filling is especially velvety in contrast to the crisp topping...

This is Molly Yeh's savory take on the classic sweet rugelach. It's not a traditional Hanukkah cookie, but with so many Christmas cookies around the world, Molly wanted to add some variety...

Roasted bell peppers, fresh cilantro, and parsley make this meatloaf incredibly moist, while a sweet-and-spicy BBQ sauce glaze with a hint of chipotle pepper adds a delicious sheen and...

The sharp flavor of onions is pleasantly softened and sweetened by baking in the oven, and a touch of lemon-infused vinaigrette adds even more complexity and perfection. Baked onions are...

In search of a delicious gluten-free gravy that everyone at the table would love, we tried all sorts of starches, including corn, potato, and arrowroot. The best option turned out to be...

Add a layer of strawberry jam to the center of the sour cream pie, sprinkle with streusel, and bake. When the pie is done, drizzle with a light glaze. With this fruity layer, your pie...

A delicious layer of lemon curd awaits in the center of this soft pie. The top is topped with a crisp cinnamon streusel and drizzled with a light lemon glaze. For those who love the combination of spices and...

This recipe fills relatively bland matzo balls with delicious caramelized onions, with melty cheese hidden in the center—just like French onion soup! The resulting balls...

Bake a dessert inspired by three of America's most popular Thanksgiving pies: pecan, pumpkin, and apple. The three fillings are prepared separately and then layered...

An incredibly simple side dish for a holiday turkey, this casserole is a cross between cornbread and corn pudding. It's moist and delicious, especially with its chewy...

A pour-on pie is quick and easy, requires minimal dirty dishes, and requires no dough. All pumpkin pie ingredients are poured into the baking pan one at a time (don't swap them!) and the pie...

The aroma of pumpkin pie spices will quickly bring everyone to the kitchen when you bake this spiced pie with crispy streusel and dulce de leche (a type of boiled condensed milk).

Crispy crushed cornflakes and sticky, sweet dulce de leche make this sour cream pie delicious. The cornflakes are incorporated into the pie's streusel, some of which is layered...

This microwave-safe chutney with redcurrant jam, apples, and dried cranberries is incredibly easy to make. Serve it with festive meats or roast poultry and enjoy...

This pumpkin pie is so tender and filling, you'll hardly even remember there's a crust. And considering it only takes about ten minutes to make, this magnificent...

Put down your fork and grab a large spoon to enjoy this smooth, creamy orzo pasta with refreshing notes of citrus and greenery. Heavy cream and butter add a touch of...

This cheesecake is perfect if you're looking for a dessert you can make ahead of time. While the cheesecake itself needs to set overnight in the refrigerator, the cranberry compote can also...

Traditional green bean casserole is a true feast of flavors and textures! Green beans in a fragrant creamy sauce with mushrooms and a bouquet of aromatic herbs are baked under a layer of crispy...

If you're used to generously buttering your bird before roasting, try this version with mayonnaise. The mayonnaise serves a dual purpose: it adds aroma and flavor to the turkey, and...

Unlike traditional pumpkin pie, this recipe bakes the crust along with the filling. It's a simple and delicious holiday dessert that requires no rolling, chilling, or other preparations.

This cranberry cream pie is surprisingly easy to make with one handy, versatile ingredient on hand: canned cranberry sauce. The cream's flavor is balanced,...

For a unique yet easy appetizer, make a delicious cream cheese spread by simply mixing it with cranberry sauce and chopped pecans. Arrange the spread around the bowl...

These corn muffins with chestnuts, herbs, fried onions, and celery are inspired by the stuffing typically served as a side dish with Thanksgiving turkey. So, you...

Stir cookie paste into classic vanilla pudding and serve in glass bowls, topping each serving with crushed chocolate chip cookies. It's an elegant dessert for...

Enjoy the delicious flavor of a mocha with this festive ice cream cake. The cake base is made from tightly packed pound cake slices, topped with a thick layer of coffee ice cream and...

Rolled oats and a dark rum glaze add a lovely texture and flavor to this simple cake topped with a crisp streusel that's perfect with coffee or tea. A great...

This silky, rich chocolate pudding is the perfect dessert for a special occasion. For a stunning presentation, serve it in glass bowls or glasses, top with whipped cream, and...

This traditional sour cream pie with a fragrant cinnamon streusel topping makes every coffee or tea break a delight. It's made with simple ingredients found in almost any kitchen:...

A gorgeous ham with a glossy glaze is the perfect treat for a big celebration, but some cooks hesitate to prepare it, considering the process too complicated. It doesn't have to be that way. If you bought...

Classic meatloaf is a juicy loaf of meat topped with a sweet and tart ketchup-based glaze. Made with several types of ground meat, it's tender and delicious.

This version of soft gnocchi uses finely ground matzo meal instead of regular wheat flour, making it the perfect treat for Passover. Like traditional Northern Italian gnocchi,...

Corned beef brisket is braised with spices in a mixture of cider and Irish whiskey, resulting in a tender, juicy, and incredibly flavorful roast. When done, brush the meat with a honey-mustard glaze...

Chocolate streusel is the true gem of this pie, filled with fresh berries and chocolate chips. In this recipe, it serves not only as a topping but also as part of the filling. To make the filling...

This luxurious tart is perfect for fall and winter holidays. The chocolate crust is topped with a thick layer of soft caramel filling, sprinkled with toasted pecan pieces, and topped with...

Dark chocolate and chopped pecans are incorporated into both the crisp topping and the pie filling, ensuring you enjoy this delicious combination in every bite. The pie is dense and delicate...

To complete your holiday dinner, prepare this elegant dessert: a delicate chocolate pudding layered with crunchy peanuts. It will look especially chic in clear glass glasses.

The American state of Kentucky is the birthplace of bourbon, chocolate walnut pie, and famous horse races, accompanied by festivities where pie and bourbon are the main...

Surprisingly, a beer cocktail can also be velvety and sophisticated. The star of this drink is chocolate stout. Pour it into a champagne flute, topping it with Prosecco so the two layers don't overlap...

The French pot de crème (creme pot) is an easy-to-make dessert that captivates with its flavor, texture, and charming appearance in small "pots" with exquisite toppings. In...

The highlight of this tart is the rum glaze, which perfectly complements the rich, creamy chocolate filling, all nestled atop a crumbly crust. If you don't have rum on hand, you can use liqueur...

These giant chocolate chip cookies, with a soft center and crispy exterior, are perfect for sharing. Baked in a cast iron skillet, they achieve a texture that...

This lasagna won't feature a ton of cheese, which often dominates the flavor. Instead, the emphasis is on the ground meat, where the beef is complemented by mushrooms. Their flavor is beautifully enhanced...

This recipe combines French boeuf bourguignon with American pot pie. Beef braised with mushrooms in red wine is baked "in a pot" under a pastry lid, which is then baked in the oven...

If you're roasting a turkey for the first time or don't have your signature recipe yet, use this basic recipe as a starting point, which describes how to prepare the bird, how to calculate the right time...

After roasting your holiday turkey, prepare a flavorful gravy using the remaining giblets, vegetables, herbs, a little wine, broth, and—the most delicious part—the rendered...

This rich sour cream pie is topped with a spicy cinnamon streusel, and a melting chocolate surprise awaits everyone inside. It's easy to make yet elegant. Excellent...