Make-Ahead

This pickled peppers recipe from Ball brand home canning products is so easy, and you'll never have to buy store-bought...

I like to keep some of this dough in the freezer at all times since it's so handy to slice,...

Cinnamon and vanilla give this cheesecake so much flavor. —Krista Lanphier, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

I added pumpkin and subtracted some of the coffee flavor in a tiramisu I developed for a special holiday dinner....

Turning croissants and marmalade into a classic overnight casserole makes a wonderful treat for family and guests in the morning....

What do you get when you combine a popular mint-chocolate drink with a cheesecake? Pure delight! Garnish the top with...

My family and I always try new desserts during the holidays. This one was a clear winner, so we now...

Shrimp, mango and pineapple on skewers make a sunny presentation at parties. To boost flavors, we use a coconut milk,...

Did you know that cheesecake could be savory instead of sweet? Tomato and green onions mixed with cream cheese is...

This dark chocolate cheesecake is deep and decadent, earning it the right to be called "3D." This version always looks...

In this vegetarian Buffalo-style appetizer, macaroni and cheese get heated up with Louisiana-style hot sauce, then breaded and baked. These...

A simple rice salad in a cafe inspired thoughts of adding Indian spices and chutney to this dish. To fire...

The Italian word "tiramisu" means "pick-me-up" and refers to a dessert of ladyfinger sponge cake dipped in coffee, embracing mascarpone...

My paternal grandmother used to make this for Christmas dinner. I'm not sure how many batches she made since there...

Surprise guests with a fun holiday treat—dipped cheesecake wedges you can eat without a fork. Whenever my son has one,...

Creamy ricotta cheese filling with a hint of cinnamon rolls up beautifully in this fluffy chocolate cake. —Tammy Rex, New...

What a sweet way to start your morning! It’s perfect for the holidays, but we enjoy it year-round. Prep the...

Dainty and light, these tartlets feature two of my favorites —lemon and cheesecake —in one yummy morsel. They look lovely...

Simmered in molasses, these slow-cooker Boston baked beans are perfect to take to your next potluck. The sauce is sweet,...

This breakfast has become our Christmas tradition. I love being able to assemble and refrigerate the casserole the night before....

To use up leftover eggnog, cranberries and pecans from the holiday season, I added them to a classic coffee cake...

I bake from scratch because I believe that love—and sweetened condensed milk—are the best ingredients. —Kathryn Work, Louisville, Kentucky

The subtle citrus flavor infused throughout this moist and baked lime chicken makes the most-requested dish for family dinners. It's...

Orange and lemon zest give gingerbread cutouts a refreshing twist. Brushing a honey glaze over the top adds a subtle...

Here’s my go-to combination of ingredients for the best spice cookies. They’re a natural for fall, but I make them...

This cinch of a marinade gives the chicken lots of Italian flavor. Serve the chicken with a tossed green salad...

Add a touch of whimsy to your holiday spread with these chocolaty treats. They're perfect for getting little ones involved....

These make-ahead mashed potatoes save me a ton of time on Christmas Day. No more frantically whipping the potatoes while...

When my daughter was 4 months old, my husband and I hosted both of our families for Christmas dinner. I...