Events & Gatherings Recipes

There’s always something to celebrate! Whether you’re hosting a baby shower, having a birthday party or heading to the stadium for a tailgate, we have the perfect event recipes right here.

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    Wild Rice Chicken Dinner

    With chicken, green beans and the nice crunch of water chestnuts and almonds, this casserole has everything you need. Using...


    Blueberry Cloud Pie

    I always make two of these pies at a time because my husband and five children devour them! It's so...


    Candy Pizza Heart

    I found this recipe in an old cookbook and changed a few ingredients to suit my family's taste. My children...


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    Valentine’s Cookies

    These Valentine's cookies are super festive. The magic ingredients are a powdered strawberry drink mix and a chocolate glaze that...


    Salami Roll-Ups

    When you want something that's easy to make, these salami roll-ups are a great choice. Add them to a party...


    Spicy Crab Dip

    With cayenne pepper and hot sauce (both optional), this delicious dip doubles up on the heat. Chock-full of crabmeat, this...


    Parmesan-Coated Brie

    This is such a wonderful appetizer! Your guests will be impressed. A golden exterior gives way to warm, melty cheese,...


    Glazed Pfeffernuesse

    Our version of the classic German cookie is nice to have on hand throughout the holiday season. They stay fresh—and...

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    Raspberry Brownie Dessert

    This is such an easy dessert that everyone goes crazy over! I have brought it to church and work potlucks,...


    Lemon Coconut Cupcakes

    Lemon plus coconut equals big smiles in this cupcake equation. These zesty gems are a hit with my family, friends...


    Classic Carrot Cake

    I entered this yummy, moist cake in a Colorado Outfitters Association dessert contest. My carrot cake with pineapple earned first...


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    Taco Stuffed Shells

    Taco stuffed shells are a welcome twist on Taco Tuesday—easy to make, with results that are sure to please. Make...


    Strawberry-Rhubarb Cream Dessert

    A neighbor shared this recipe with me, and I created my own variation using garden-fresh rhubarb and strawberries. The shortbread...


    Banana-Chip Mini Cupcakes

    These cute little minis are packed with banana flavor, chocolate chips and topped off with creamy frosting. They make a...


    Lemon Yogurt Bread

    This tender bread will remind you of pound cake. Its mild lemon flavor and cakelike texture makes it perfect for...


    Peanut Butter Cup Trifle

    Using just five ingredients makes this recipe so simple. You can add a little extra decoration with chocolate jimmies, too....


    Spinach ‘n’ Broccoli Enchiladas

    I like to top this wonderful meatless meal with lettuce and serve it with extra picante sauce. It's quick, easy,...

    Crispy Snack Mix

    This recipe proves you can make just about anything in a slow cooker, even a delightfully crispy snack mix. —Jane...


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    Nacho Dip

    This zesty nacho dip is great for any get-together and allows me to spend more time with my guests. I...


    Peanut Butter S’mores Bars

    When I give these as gifts, they’re gone in a flash! I make them ahead when it’s convenient because they...


    Giant Peanut Butter Ice Cream Sandwich

    I created this giant peanut butter cookie cake for my husband, adding light and low-fat products to the cookie dough....


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    Chocolate Chip Cookie Delight

    Including the hands-off time it spends chilling in the fridge, chocolate chip cookie delight is a low-lift layered dessert of...


    Almost a Candy Bar

    Says Barb Wyman from her kitchen in Hankinson, North Dakota: "Because I love candy bars and marshmallows, this recipe was...

    Watermelon Race Car

    I made this cute melon bowl treat for my son's 3rd birthday. Our theme was the movie, Cars.
    —Camile...


    Apple-Butter Barbecued Roasted Chicken

    I love cooking so much I sometimes think of recipes in my sleep and wake up to write them down!...


    Lebkuchen

    Dense, chewy lebkuchen is a great addition to your Christmas-cookie routine, but you can make it any time of year....


    Onion Yorkshire Puddings

    This easy recipe is a cross between traditional Yorkshire pudding and popovers. It makes a perfect complement to prime rib....


    Buffalo Chicken Wings

    Hot wings got their start in Buffalo, New York, in a kitchen. Although there was no game on at the...


    Thumbprint Cookies

    Buttery and not-too-sweet thumbprint cookies filled with fruit preserves make for a refreshing little bite any time of day.