Dinner Party Recipes

"There are days when I want to make something delicious with chicken, but without spending too much time on the dish. Chicken Parmesan fits that bill perfectly. I usually bake...

Japchae is a sweet and savory stir-fry noodle dish. You can add as many vegetables as you like. The word "jap" in Korean means "to gather and..."

Sea bass fillets are wrapped in fried bacon strips, then dipped in beer batter and fried in oil until golden brown and crispy. Drizzle the fried fish immediately with homemade...

This delicate dessert was inspired by a Texas sheet cake recipe, but the chocolate crust was replaced with strawberry and the ganache with whipped cream. The crust is tinted and...

This terrazzo-effect jelly cake will captivate your guests with its charming appearance and stunning tropical flavor. White coconut jelly is filled with pieces of natural watermelon and mango...

Lobster meat is served alongside a grilled filet mignon steak on a bed of warm mushroom salad, all drizzled with a delicious herb butter sauce. This luxurious dish looks just like...

For this sophisticated yet easy-to-make cocktail, you'll need any quality sparkling wine, Champagne, or Spanish cava, a splash of gin, and freshly squeezed tangerine juice. Just...

Teacakes are a traditional African-American pastry, most often served on June 19, Emancipation Day. Their texture and flavor are reminiscent of buttery sugar cookies and...

To smoke salmon, you'll need a special long fish pot. It can easily be used to create a smoker using rice and tea. Serve the smoked salmon with a piquant wasabi remoulade...

Sweet pasta is perfect for breakfast. Sweet tooths and children alike will love it. Prepare fresh fettuccine pasta according to Giada De Laurentiis' recipe, boil it, and toss it in a sweet, creamy...

Invite friends over for tea and offer them a variety of teas, along with a variety of accompaniments: homemade lemon zest, simple syrup, whipped cream, or Amaretto liqueur. Feel free to try...

This elegant, light dessert is served in elegant martini glasses and is perfect for finishing a festive dinner, such as New Year's, when tangerines are in abundance. Juice them and...

Sea bass are baked whole with tangerines, oregano, and rosemary. For the crispiest crust, first pan-fry the fish and then finish cooking in the oven.

Tahdig is a staple of Iranian cuisine, with countless variations. This chicken wing tahdig is cooked in one pot—the crispy wings settle on the bottom of the pot, and...

Coffee and chocolate liqueurs, along with a dusting of sweet cocoa powder around the rim, make this cocktail a true adult dessert that's a perfect way to end a meal. Sweet...

Think onions can't be a standalone side dish? It can, if they're properly prepared pearl onions with raisins in a tart-sweet glaze! Before frying, blanch the onions in boiling water.

Acorn squash naturally has a sweet flavor, but this recipe takes its sweetness to a caramel-like level. Sprinkle each pumpkin half with brown sugar, add butter for...

Even those who say they don't like Brussels sprouts won't be able to resist this side dish. It's aromatic, spicy, and sweet and tangy. Simmer the Brussels sprouts with onions and bell peppers...

Sauté the turnips in a skillet with butter, balsamic vinegar, and a little sugar until crisp-tender and glossy, like a glaze. Serve as a side dish with any...

The sweet and tangy barbecue sauce infuses the chicken with rich flavor and gives it a delicious appearance. It, in turn, draws sweetness from the honey and apricot jam—the perfect combination for a spicy, savory dish.

Perhaps the most delicious part of this healthy sweet potato casserole is the crispy pecan streusel topped with sage and Parmesan. Its texture contrasts beautifully with the creamy purée, and the nutty, spicy flavor...

This elegant, light, refreshing sundae is the perfect way to end a big holiday dinner. Yogurt ice cream is drizzled with homemade sweet and sour cherry syrup and topped with fresh...

If you don't have a dedicated smoker, any outdoor grill—gas or charcoal—will do. To ensure even smoking, butterfly the turkey, removing the backbone, then rub it with the mixture...

Enjoy the flavor and aroma of black tea with lemon in these charming cupcakes. To flavor them, steep the tea bags in milk, then use the milk in the batter. The cupcakes...

Prepare a luxurious turkey with a unique flavor for the holidays with Molly Yeh's recipe. Molly starts with a dry marinade of salt and pepper overnight, then rubs the bird with pepper for added flavor inside and out.

White beans are simmered in a light, sweet-and-spicy tomato sauce with molasses and mustard, and served topped with salty, crispy bacon bits and candied jalapeños that fill the dish...

If you're making mashed potatoes for a holiday table, give them a more sophisticated flavor by adding grated truffled Pecorino cheese. Serve with warm cream and butter and let them rest for a few minutes...

When it comes to adding a special twist to classic pasta dishes, no one does it better than Ina Garten. This mac 'n' cheese casserole is made with Gruyere cheese, two types of mushrooms, a little...

This tender, gooey cheese-filled gratin combines sweet sweet potato and more subdued turnip for a delicious holiday side dish that's perfect for New Year's or...

An excellent, healthy alternative to starchy mashed potatoes, especially for the holidays when the table is already full of calorie-dense dishes. Plus, this sweet and spicy sweet potato and parsnip puree...

"Every Jewish family has someone who regularly makes tzimmes for Rosh Hashanah or Hanukkah, and there are many versions of this dish. In my family, it's my sister-in-law Alice and Aunt Trudy. And while many...

A rich, velvety sweet potato soup with herbs and spices, served with crisp blue corn chips for texture. Chipotle peppers add a smoky, spicy flavor that's perfect...

If you're looking to create a spectacular dish that will impress all your guests, try homemade agnolotti. These small Italian dumplings are filled with green onion puree...

This refreshing summer alcoholic dessert is a perfect way to end a meal. Made with fresh cherries and crushed ice, you won't need a powerful blender to turn it into...

This stunning sponge roll will be a true highlight of your autumn tea party. Not only is it pumpkin-shaped when cut, but each slice also features a surprise:...

Blanch green beans to soften them slightly but still retain their crispness, and toss them with a red wine vinegar-sugar glaze that adds a lovely sweet-tart flavor.

Bread stuffing is a popular side dish for holiday turkey or chicken. However, if you cook it inside the bird, there may not be enough for all guests. Therefore, the best option is to bake it separately in a large...

Fried bacon, sun-dried tomatoes, and balsamic vinegar infuse this braised kale with a gamut of flavors, with sweet, salty, and tart notes. This side dish comes together in minutes and is perfect...

This sweet sweet potato side dish is the perfect complement to roasted turkey. The marshmallows, roasted until black, impart a wonderful caramel flavor that complements the casserole perfectly.

Sweet potatoes, although a vegetable, make amazing desserts, and this airy pecan soufflé is proof of that. Delicate and light, it's topped with...

Sear a beef steak until it's beautifully browned, then finish it in a rich, creamy sauce infused with a plethora of spicy flavors. The steak turns out juicy, and you'll be less likely to...

This recipe works best with miniature butternut squash, such as butternut or honeynut. Microwave it, cut it in half, and scoop out the flesh to create "boats."

If you want to serve a grilled steak like you'd find in an elegant restaurant, top it with a delicious Béarnaise sauce. This is one of the most essential sauces in French cuisine. It's made with egg yolks and butter...

Marinate the pork in pineapple juice, ginger, gochujang paste, garlic, brown sugar, and soy sauce, then grill on skewers or in a grill pan. The meat turns out...

Soak the turkey in an orange, thyme, and sage brine overnight or for a few days. Before roasting, rub with an orange zest spice mixture for a wonderful citrusy flavor.

There's one bread that doesn't require kneading and is made without yeast. It's American spoonbread. It's a soft, airy cornbread with fillings that's actually eaten...

Parsnip puree is a worthy alternative to mashed potatoes. Parsnips have a pleasant, sweet, nutty flavor that intensifies when baked. This puree is made with...

Bake a juicy meatloaf in a round bundt pan, then top with thinly sliced ​​potatoes and bake again until golden brown. Serve drizzled with...

Tender, creamy potatoes infused with the aromas of fragrant sage and garlic are a comforting dish that both adults and children will love. But what makes this casserole even more special is...