Make-Ahead

Make-ahead dishes can save time and effort, especially when you have limited space in the oven or a huge meal to prepare. From mashed potatoes and spaghetti casserole to sweet and sour meatballs and and elegant crème brûlée, you’ll find some great ideas in this list.

Breakfast and Brunch | Dessert Recipes | Easy Desserts | Easy Recipes | eggs | Make-Ahead | Maple Syrup

Overnight French Toast
ByDiana Rattray April 25, 2025October 24, 2025

Overnight French toast is a simple make-ahead dish. Enjoy it as a delightful breakfast, brunch, or even dessert!

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Cookout/Picnic | Dinner | Easy Recipes | eggs | French Cuisine | hard-boiled eggs | Lunch | Main Dish | Main Dish Salads | Make-Ahead | Party Food | Salads | Summer Recipes

Roast Beef Nicoise Salad
ByDiana Rattray February 10, 2025October 23, 2025

Try our easy, mouthwatering roast beef Nicoise salad for a unique twist on a classic dish featuring a bright, zesty Dijon dressing.

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Breakfast and Brunch | Easy Recipes | eggs | Ham | Make-Ahead | Most Popular | New Year Celebration

Ham and Egg Breakfast Casserole
ByDiana Rattray July 14, 2024October 23, 2025

Make breakfast a breeze with this ham and egg breakfast casserole recipe. Just mix, bake, and serve a satisfying meal for the whole family.

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Easy Recipes | Make-Ahead | Potatoes | Thanksgiving Sides

Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes
ByDiana Rattray June 17, 2024October 23, 2025

Prepare these mashed potatoes up to 2 days in advance and enjoy the convenience of homemade mashed potatoes ready for any meal.

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Asian Inspired | Dinner | Make-Ahead | Meatballs | Peppers | Pineapple | Stir-Fry

Sweet and Sour Pork Meatballs
ByDiana Rattray February 12, 2024October 23, 2025

Pork meatballs make a tasty meal when paired with stir-fried vegetables, pineapple chunks, and a tangy sweet and sour sauce.

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Breakfast and Brunch | Cinnamon | Make-Ahead | Sweet Breads and Rolls

Make Ahead Cinnamon Sticky Buns
ByDiana Rattray January 15, 2024October 23, 2025

The dough for these delicious sticky buns is made a day in advance, so all you have to do in the morning is fill, make the topping, and bake. They’re perfect for a holiday morning!

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Custard and Pudding | Dessert Recipes | Instant Pot Desserts | Make-Ahead | New Year Celebration | Valentine's Day

Instant Pot Crème brûlée
ByDiana Rattray January 11, 2024October 23, 2025

Instant Pot créme brulée is surprisingly easy to prepare, and it’s the perfect dessert for a special occasion! Treat your friends and family!

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Make-Ahead | Sweet Breads and Rolls

Make-Ahead Cinnamon Rolls
ByDiana Rattray December 11, 2023October 23, 2025

The brioche-style dough for these cinnamon rolls can be prepared a day in advance, making them especially convenient for a holiday morning.

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Chicken | Comfort Food | Dinner | Make-Ahead | One-Pot Meals | Pastry Recipes | Rotisserie Chicken | Savory Pies

Chicken Pot Pie With Puff Pastry Patchwork Crust
ByDiana Rattray December 6, 2023October 23, 2025

Puff pastry makes an easy and unique patchwork topping for this comforting chicken pot pie. Every bite delivers a forkful of flavor!

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