Banana Pineapple Slush
"This sunny tropical slush refreshes on summer days and is perfect for brunches, showers, weddings and neighborhood parties," confirms Beth...
Potluck Fruit Salad
Light and creamy, this tasty fruit salad gets gobbled up with gusto at every gathering. I can count on taking...
Schaum Torte
Schaum torte is a traditional meringue-based German dessert, similar to pavlova, that you can customize with a variety of toppings...
Appetizer Stuffed Mushrooms
Heat-and-serve convenience foods are forbidden in the House of Loreto Kitchen, and residents appreciate the "real" food we serve. Everyone...
Asian Pork Tenderloin
I first made this appetizer on Christmas Eve a few years ago, and it has since become a tradition. Serve...
Parmesan Cheese Straws
These rich and buttery breadsticks are a fun change from regular dinner rolls and are fairly easy to make. They're...
Creamy Crab Salad
This easy-on-the-pocket salad beautifully dresses up economical imitation crab. My husband's grandmother gladly shared the recipe.
—Barb Stanton, Winona,...
Cranberry Raspberry Punch
The blushing bride-to-be and her guests will ask for refills of this pretty pink punch. It's not too sweet, so...
Petits Fours
Our petits fours recipe creates traditional intricate and delicate mini cakes that look straight out of a boulangerie.
Mexican Wedding Cookies
These buttery, powdered sugar-coated, nutty Mexican wedding cookies are a must-bake holiday treat.
Strawberry Wedding Bell Cookies
To ring in a joyous occasion like a bridal shower or wedding, I'm often asked to make these festive cookies....
Pasta Salad with Shrimp
A Thousand Island-type dressing adds some zip to this pasta and shrimp salad. My family prefers it to oil-based salad...
Slushy Fruit Salad
A fresh fruit salad can take some time to prepare and needs last-minute assembly. That's why I often rely on...
Glazed Meatballs
Allspice adds a bit of a twist to typical barbecue meatballs in this recipe from Nancy Horsburgh of Everett, Ontario.
Jim’s Honey-Glazed Ham
The aroma of this boneless ham cooking in the oven is absolutely wonderful. It comes out moist, juicy and lightly...
Smoked Salmon Cheesecake
"We live on Kodiak Island off the coast of Alaska, and salmon is one of our favorite foods," writes Becky...
Sherbet Punch
Fizzy, creamy, fruity sherbet punch is always the first bowl on the buffet table to empty. Here's how to make...
Macaroon Fruit Dip
I rely on make-ahead dishes like this when entertaining. Serving the dip in a pineapple shell makes for a pretty...
Sweet Citrus Punch
The wonderful rosy color of this beverage makes it a natural choice to serve at Christmas. I keep the ingredients...
Strawberry Cream Tarts
Dainty tarts filled with custard and fruit are fantastic for brunch. The recipe comes from our Test Kitchen. For a...
Strawberry Pavlova
I eat lots of fruits, and this recipe showcasing strawberries is a favorite. It's an impressive dessert that never fails.
Celebration Punch
Looking for vodka punch recipes for your next party? Look no further! This easy punch is fresh, fruity and refreshing....
Party Mint Patties
These easy-to-make mint candies are perfect for any occasion throughout the year. Simply tint the dough the appropriate color. Friends...
Lemon Squares
I'm expected to bring these bars to bridal showers and family gatherings. The combination of sweet and tart tastes is...
Candied Flowers
Sugarcoated edible flowers are a quick and easy way to add a little flair to many desserts and serving trays....
Parmesan Salad Dressing
Served over your favorite salad greens, this rich and creamy dressing is a real treat. I first sampled it at...
Party Cheese Balls
These tangy cheese balls are guaranteed to spread cheer at your next gathering. The ingredients create a colorful presentation and...
Smoked Salmon in the Oven
No grill mastery required here. Make this smoked salmon in the oven with a few ingredients and minimal prep time...
Hawaiian Wedding Cake
"I got this wonderful recipe from a cousin whose husband was Hawaiian," notes JoAnn Desmond from Madison Heights, Virginia. "I've...