Chicken Bacon Bites
Ginger and orange marmalade give these rumaki-style snacks wonderful flavor. I marinate the wrapped chicken earlier in the day and...
Marinated Olives
Our son often made these olives for holiday get-togethers. They are simple to make and add a little zest to...
Strawberry Cheesecake Minis
My daughter and I trimmed down a recipe from a television cooking show, and these bite-size cheesecakes were the result....
Marinated Mushrooms
Guests will never guess a dish so flavorful could take only 10 minutes of hands-on prep and no cooking! Great...
Shrimp Tartlets
Mini tart shells filled with a cream cheese mixture, topped with seafood sauce and shrimp make for a picture-perfect, tasty...
Potatoes for a Crowd
Here's a creamy comforting potato casserole to make when you need a side dish sure to please a large group....
Ladyfinger Cream Sandwiches
Dainty and delicious, these elegant, finger-sandwich treats were whipped up by our Test Kitchen home economists and make the perfect...
Baked Lobster Tails
Wondering how to cook lobster tails in the oven? Then these lobster tails are for you! Lobster tail recipes are...
Sweet Cheese Ball
You’ll need only a few items for this unique cheese ball sent in by Melissa Friend of Oakland, Maryland. Coconut...
Prime Rib with Horseradish Sauce
This prime rib with horseradish sauce recipe pairs a black pepper-crusted prime rib roast with a creamy, spicy condiment. The...
Tortellini Appetizer
The festive green and red of this appetizer will make it a welcomed addition to a holiday buffet table. Store-bought...
Wedding Soup
“My family loves this quick and easy version of Italian wedding soup," says Kimberly Parker of North Olmsted, Ohio. "They...
Smoked Salmon New Potatoes
Give twice-baked potatoes a rest this year and try these stuffed spuds. Smoked salmon and cream cheese blended with...
Crab-Stuffed Mushrooms
Mushroom caps plump with crabmeat make a wonderful appetizer for entertaining. You can also use the recipe as a light...
Anise Butter Cookies
Here in New Mexico, these cookies are known as “bizcochitos,” which means “small biscuit.” There are many variations of the...
White Sangria
Fruity, sweet and party-pretty, this light, refreshing beverage from our Test Kitchen goes together in minutes. And guests will find...
Refreshing Lime Slush
Nothing quenches my thirst on a hot summer day quite like this slush with a subtle lime flavor. When warm...
Anniversary Cake
You can make this lovely anniversary cake, even if you're not celebrating a milestone! Flavor the cake as you wish,...
Ham Wellington
For over 25 years, I've made this beautiful ham in a golden crust at holiday dinners, and people think I'm...
Fruity Rum Punch
Our Test Kitchen home economists stirred together this sweet punch by combining four kinds of juice. Feel free to omit...
Coffee House Slush
Coffee drinks are all the rage these days. This slush rivals any from a gourmet coffee shop.
Creamy Strawberry Salad Dressing
My family can't resist a sweet spinach and strawberry salad topped with this lovely dressing. Every bite smacks of summer.
Flourless Chocolate Cake
Flourless chocolate cake rich is an elegant and decadent dessert that's actually quite easy to make at home.
Puff Pastry Hearts
These adorable cream-filled hearts are perfect for Valentine’s Day or any time you want to serve a loving treat. The...
Blue Cheese Cheesecake
Whenever I set out this savory cheese spread, guests can't seem to stop eating it! —Niki Trapp, Cudahy, Wisconsin
Glazed Fruit Medley
The homemade orange dressing on this salad complements the fresh fruit flavors beautifully. It’s perfect for a spring or summer...
Shrimp Salad Lettuce Cups
Our home economists make a simple-to-prepare shrimp salad and serve it on endive leaves for a from-the-sea version of lettuce...
Basic Baked Lobster Tails
Lobster tails are a treat in themselves, but for an extra-special dinner you can serve them with steak!
Topped Cheesecake Squares
These tempting bites from our Test Kitchen are sure to steal top billing at any summer meal or social. Let...