Mother's Day Recipes

We’ve rounded up the ultimate Mother’s Day menu, from brunch ideas to dinner recipes, plus gift guides to help you show Mom how much she’s loved.

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    Colorful Quinoa Salad

    My youngest daughter recently learned she has to avoid gluten, dairy and eggs, which gave me a new challenge in...


    Rosy Rhubarb Upside-Down Cake

    Here’s a cake that gets its rosy hue from the rhubarb topping. It’s moist on top and light as a...


    Slow-Roasted Lemon Dill Chicken

    The lemon and dill in this slow-cooked recipe give the chicken a bright, fresh taste. Pair the entree with a...


    Asparagus Soup with Lemon Creme Fraiche

    A fresh and easy asparagus soup, pureed until it's smooth, is a definite winner. Serve it warm or chilled depending...


    Rhubarb-Blueberry Crumble

    Rhubarb and strawberry often go together, but blueberries give rhubarb a fresh and summery touch. — Mike Schulz, Tawas City,...


    Pistachio Cake with Walnuts

    It didn't take long for this cake from the 1970s to become the favorite birthday cake of my husband, Joe....


    Layered Garden Bean Salad

    For easy entertaining, cover and refrigerate the salad a few hours before guests arrive so you don't have to bother...


    Croissant Breakfast Casserole

    Turning croissants and marmalade into a classic overnight casserole makes a wonderful treat for family and guests in the morning....

    Chicken Salad Party Sandwiches

    My famous chicken salad arrives at the party chilled in a container. When it’s time to set out the food,...


    Chicken Salad Croissant Sandwiches

    Parmesan cheese and dill make this the most incredible chicken salad I’ve ever tasted. These sandwiches are a simple entree...


    Tropical Island Shrimp Kabobs

    Shrimp, mango and pineapple on skewers make a sunny presentation at parties. To boost flavors, we use a coconut milk,...


    Savory BLT Cheesecake

    Did you know that cheesecake could be savory instead of sweet? Tomato and green onions mixed with cream cheese is...


    Strawberry Ice Cream Charlotte

    My family loves ice cream cake, so they were delighted when I first presented this dessert. It's light, delicious and...


    Berry Mini Cheesecakes

    There's always room for some mini desserts! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen


    Simple Turtle Cheesecake

    For an almost instant dessert, I spread homemade ganache and caramel sauce over premade cheesecake. It always makes busy holidays...


    Citrusy Fruit Kabobs

    Fresh, fruity—and lower in sodium and fat—this kabob recipe is a great pick! —Mary Relyea, Canastota, New York


    Hazelnut Macarons

    You don’t have to be an expert in French cooking to whip up these sandwich cookies. The crisp, chewy macarons...

    Easy Lemon Berry Tartlets

    These fruity, flaky tartlets filled with raspberries and topped with lemon-tinged cream cheese are a sweet ending to any weeknight...


    Lemon & Sage Roasted Chicken

    Whether it’s soaking in marinade or baking in the oven, this easy-to-prepare chicken allows ample hands-free time. —Jan Valdez, Chicago,...


    Molasses-Pecan Sticky Buns

    As much as I like making yeast breads, I enjoy watching others enjoying my baking even more. These soft, tender...


    Rhubread

    We moved into a house with a yard of fresh rhubarb. To use some of those ruby stalks, we made...


    Chilled Shrimp Pasta Salad

    This chilled salad, along with a nice cool drink, is all you need on a hot summer day. It also...


    Mini Lemon Cheesecake Tarts

    Dainty and light, these tartlets feature two of my favorites —lemon and cheesecake —in one yummy morsel. They look lovely...

    Fruit Kabobs with Cream Cheese Dip

    These fruity kabobs are so refreshing on a warm day. They're also a quick and easy treat for get-togethers. —Kathleen...


    Makeover Pineapple Upside-Down Cake

    Both of my boys loved this makeover version of a family favorite, and even my husband, who is a bit...


    Croque-Madame

    My son and I love having a croque-madame (a fried egg atop our grilled ham and cheese) for lunch. If...


    Buttery Lemon Sandwich Cookies

    My grandson approves of these lemony sandwich cookies made with crackers and prepared frosting. Decorate them with whatever sprinkles you'd...


    Italian Chocolate-Hazelnut Cheesecake Pie

    I first prepared an Italian-style cheese pie years ago. When I changed it up by adding a chocolate-hazelnut topping, it...


    Lemon & Thyme Roasted Chicken

    I love lemon and thyme together so I decided to roast a chicken with that combo. The seasoning is simple,...