
Cucumber Rolls
The fresh flavors of cucumber and smoked salmon are delicious, but it's the presentation here that will stop guests in...


Watergate Salad
Watergate salad is a beloved vintage dish that's fluffy, creamy and not too sweet. Enjoy it as dessert or as...

Chocolate Chip Pistachio Cookies
Of all the cookies I prepare at Christmas, these are the most popular. My husband and sons gobble them up...

Festive Broccoli-Cauliflower Salad
I came up with this recipe when unexpected company arrived and I didn't have enough lettuce and tomatoes on hand...

Best Irish Soda Bread
This recipe is similar to the one passed down through generations of my Irish family. I rarely touch a mixer...

Quick Grasshopper Pie
My family looks forward to this fluffy pie every Christmas. No one can resist the combination of refreshing mint and...

Buttermilk Dill Dip
This light, flavorful dip brings protein and perks up fresh sliced veggies in a hurry. —Elizabeth King, Duluth, Minnesota

Chocolate Mint Truffle Tart
Eating a slice of this decadent dessert is like biting into a smooth truffle candy. You can vary the flavor...

Reuben Strata
Sure, you could turn last night’s corned beef into a Reuben sandwich, but strata is more fun—and just as simple....

Breaded Cheddar Cubes
Cubes of cheddar breaded and fried until golden brown…what’s not to love? The warm, gooey bites are always popular at...

Smoked-Almond Cheese Toasts
I created my recipe for appetizer toasts while planning the menu for a friend's bridal luncheon. Smoked almonds add a...

Lean Green Smoothie
Kids love the unusual color of this frosty and flavorful smoothie. It’s fine-tuned to their liking with bananas, creamy yogurt...

St. Patrick’s Irish Beef Dinner
A variation on shepherd's pie, this hearty St. Patrick's Irish beef dinner brings together saucy beef, mashed potatoes, parsnips and...

Hot Mushroom Spread
I've made this creamy, hearty mushroom appetizer for years—it's a big hit every time.—Barbara Pletzke, Herndon, Virginia

Spanish-Smashed Potatoes with Cilantro Sauce
I was inspired to create this after visiting a great Latin restaurant. The salty potatoes and the bright herbs are...

Dilled New Potatoes
With six kids at home, I try to grow as much of our own food as possible, and our big...

Irish Onion Soup
The inspiration behind this recipe came from my father, who owned a restaurant and created the original dish. This version...

Watergate Cake
Next time you want a fun dessert with an interesting history, try Watergate cake. With pistachio pudding mix in every...

Pirate Punch
The nice tang to this punch, crowned by foamy topping, makes it a very refreshing drink. Children love it! —Taste...

Mint-Filled Cookies
I tuck a peppermint patty inside these treats for a fun surprise. The bites will melt in your mouth. —Karen...

Chocolate-Mint Popcorn
I wrote a book called “20 New Ways to Enjoy Popcorn.” When I poll friends, they favor this recipe, a...

Mocha Mint Coffee
This doctored-up coffee benefits from hints of mint, cocoa and cinnamon. The marshmallows on top are a playful addition that...

Irish Whiskey Float
Here's a tasty adult spin on a favorite childhood ice cream treat. Every sip is cool, creamy and fun! —Nick...

Creamy Chicken Boxty
A creamy chicken filling flavored with bacon and leeks, then wrapped in tender potato pancakes, this hearty recipe is light...

Caraway Rye Dinner Rolls
Caraway seeds give these rye dinner rolls a delicate nutty flavor. Denser than most, these onion-infused buns are ideal for...

Mudslide Cheesecake


Easy Irish Cream
Stir up this fast and easy recipe for a potluck brunch. There's plenty of coffee flavor in every cozy cup.—Anna...


Creme de Menthe Cupcakes
We use creme de menthe liqueur (the term means "mint cream" in French) to add a cool touch to these...

Godiva Liqueur Brownies
Santa’s eyes twinkle when he finds this very adult brownie on the cookie tray. With chocolaty liqueur and other spirits,...