Holidays and Special Occasions

  • Chili Crisp Sauce for Dumplings

    ByDiana Rattray
    Total Time: 5 minutes

    Chili crisp dipping sauce is a bold and spicy flavor explosion—the perfect dip for dumplings, gyoza, egg rolls, and potstickers!

  • Bite-Sized Chicken Salad Puffs

    ByDiana Rattray
    Total Time: 33 minutes

    Use Gruyere or milder havarti cheese in these delicious little choux puffs. The puffs are baked and then split and filled with a delicious chicken salad mixture.

  • Chicken and Pasta Casserole With Ham and Swiss Cheese

    ByDiana Rattray
    Total Time: 55 minutes

    This buttery breadcrumb-topped chicken and pasta casserole is full of harmonious ingredients. Chicken and ham provide the protein while Swiss cheese and vegetables add flavor and color.

  • Chicken and Dressing Casserole

    ByDiana Rattray
    Total Time: 1 hour

    This comforting chicken and dressing casserole is a crowd-pleasing bake made with herb stuffing mix, diced chicken, condensed soup, and broth. Add Gruyère or Swiss cheese for richness, or leave it classic. It’s simple, satisfying, and endlessly adaptable.

  • Chewy Sugar Cookies

    ByDiana Rattray
    Total Time: 24 minutes

    These chewy sugar cookies are soft and tender with a crisp sugar coating. An easy, classic recipe that’s perfect for holidays, parties, or anytime you need a quick homemade treat.

  • Broccolini With Garlic

    ByDiana Rattray
    Total Time: 15 minutes

    Broccolini, with its long, thin stalks and small florets, is more has milder flavor and is more tender when compared to broccoli.

  • Broccoli Cheddar Pudding

    ByDiana Rattray
    Total Time: 50 minutes

    A custard like blend of milk and eggs holds this broccoli and cheddar cheese casserole together. The eggs and some milk bind the ingredients together and cheese gives it amazing flavor.

  • Herb Crusted Beef Ribeye Roast

    ByDiana Rattray
    Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes

    A succulent ribeye roast is the perfect choice for a special occasion, holiday meal, or Sunday dinner!

  • Slow Cooker Black-Eyed Pea Soup

    ByDiana Rattray
    Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes

    This black-eyed pea soup is full of flavor, with greens, tomatoes, and Creole seasonings. Get the recipe and enjoy this lunch or dinner soup!

  • Best Ever Slow Cooker Pulled Pork

    ByDiana Rattray
    Total Time: 10 hours 15 minutes

    This crockpot pulled pork is one of the easiest party recipes. Use it for classic pulled pork sandwiches, sliders, or appetizers.

  • Chili Cheese and Sausage Dip

    ByDiana Rattray
    Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes

    When you need an impressive dip for the office or party but don’t have much time, this chili, cheese, and sausage dip is the perfect solution.

  • Beet Salad With Lemon Dijon Vinaigrette

    ByDiana Rattray
    Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes

    This fresh and colorful beet salad is a delicious way to enjoy roasted beets. Golden or Chioggia beets are paired with sliced red onion and tossed with a simple lemon Dijon vinaigrette for a light, tangy finish. A sprinkle of cilantro or parsley adds freshness and color, but the salad is just as good without herbs if you prefer. Serve it chilled as a side dish or light lunch—it’s easy to make ahead and perfect for any time of year.

  • Beer Macaroni and Cheese With Pretzel Topping

    ByDiana Rattray
    Total Time: 48 minutes

    Pretzels and beer team up to make this macaroni and cheese something very special. Prepare the casserole for a game day gathering or potluck.

  • Roast Beef Tenderloin With Root Vegetables

    ByDiana Rattray
    Total Time: 3 hours 40 minutes

    This roast beef tenderloin with root vegetables is a stunning holiday-worthy meal. Juicy beef tenderloin is roasted alongside potatoes and carrots and served with a silky red wine sauce.

  • Basic Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes

    ByDiana Rattray
    Total Time: 32 minutes

    Eager to enjoy mashed potatoes without the hassle? This instant pot mashed potatoes recipe is simple, quick, and delicious.

  • Baked Pumpkin Donuts With Maple Glaze

    ByDiana Rattray

    Baked pumpkin donuts are lighter and easier to make than fried donuts, and the maple glaze is the perfect finishing touch!

  • Baked Hasselback Potatoes

    ByDiana Rattray
    Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes

    Hasselback potatoes make an impressive presentation. Whether for an everyday meal or special occasion, these potatoes are an excellent choice.

  • Baked Egg Bites

    ByDiana Rattray

    These baked egg bites are the perfect breakfast for kids and adults on the go. And they’re low carb and gluten-free!

  • Bacon Cheeseburgers

    ByDiana Rattray
    Total Time: 22 minutes

    Loaded with crispy bacon, savory onion, and melted cheese, these burgers are packed with flavor and easy to make. Ideal for backyard barbecues or quick weeknight dinners!