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Whether you are planning a meal for a holiday such as Thanksgiving or Christmas, or for an event such as anniversary or baby shower, we've got you covered! Check out our delicious main dishes, appetizers, dessert ideas, cookies, and many more recipes and menus to make your celebration perfect.
Martha Front Door
Martha Just Hosted a Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony—Featuring an Evergreen She Planted 15 Years Ago
Turkey Platter
4 Things You Should Never Do to Your Thanksgiving Turkey
Martha Stewart at 100th book party celebration
Martha's Thanksgiving Will Look a Lot Different This Year—See Her Holiday Plans Here
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Shop Etsy's Top Gift Trends for the 2024 Holiday Season
Roast Spatchcocked Turkey
8 Ways to Cook a Turkey, From a Traditional Roast to Modern Roulade
Street decorated for Christmas
New Report Reveals The Most Festive Cities in the US—See If Yours Made It
Green Bean Casserole
22 Thanksgiving Side Dishes That Will Be the Talk of the Table
fresh cranberries in ceramic bowl
How to Eat Cranberries—a Juicy, Tart Superfood With So Many Delicious Uses
turkey platter
How to Carve a Turkey Like a Pro—With Photos and Video Walkthrough
slices of rolled turkey breast with sausage-pecan stuffing
How to Butterfly and Stuff a Turkey Breast—a Delicious Alternative to Roasting a Whole Bird
chocolate stout cupcakes for St. Patrick's Day
10 St. Patrick's Day Desserts for a Sweet Ending to Your Feast
slow-baked sweet potatoes served on a white plate
26 Sweet Potato Recipes to Make for Every Meal (Including Dessert)
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The Difference Between Christmas Cactus and Thanksgiving Cactus—Plus, How to Care for Each
cara cara salad
Our Favorite Christmas Salads Will Bring Color and Crunch to Your Holiday Meal
Thanksgiving Wisdom
7 Easy Ways to Upgrade Your Thanksgiving Dinner, According to Thomas Joseph
Stuffed game hens
Cornish Hens With Cranberry-Sage Stuffing and Gravy
1 hr
Cranberry Stuffing
Cranberry-Sage Stuffing
2 hrs 20 mins
Sugared cranberries
Sugared Cranberries
40 mins
Cranberry Chiffon Pie
Cranberry Chiffon Pie
2 hrs 8 mins
thanksgiving table with turkey, gravy, sides, and sauce
Hosting Your First Thanksgiving? See Our Menu Ideas for Beginner to Expert Cooks
Dolly Parton Sweet Potato Casserole
Dolly and Rachel's Sweet Potato Casserole
1 hr
wafter berries cupcake cake
22 Red, White, and Blue Desserts for a Patriotic Celebration
vanilla sponge cake with strawberry-meringue buttercream
55 Very Special Mother’s Day Desserts
Nachos on a sheet pan with beer, lime
How to Make the Best Nachos, No Recipe Needed
Heart shaped brownies with raspberries
3 Chocolate Dessert Recipes for Every Skill Level, From Beginner to Expert
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How to Cook for a Crowd When You Have Limited Oven Space
pork wellington with prosciutto and spinach mushroom stuffing
Tired of Your Traditional Holiday Menu? Try These Alternatives to 7 Classic Dishes
Broccoli Casserole
23 Thanksgiving Recipes That Are Perfect for Feeding a Crowd
Thanksgiving recirc image: turkey and sides
A Thanksgiving Feast to Remember
Cranberry Chiffon Pie
16 Fresh Cranberry Recipes, Including Drinks, Sides, and Lots of Desserts
Pomegranate Relish
14 Homemade Condiments to Serve With Turkey—That Aren't Cranberry Sauce
Classic Cheesecake
27 Cheesecake Recipes for Every Skill Level
Basic Chicken Soup -
Basic Chicken Soup
Slow-Cooker Corned Beef and Cabbage
Slow-Cooker Corned Beef and Cabbage
5 hrs 15 mins
easy creamed spinach in red serving bowl
Easy Creamed Spinach
30 mins
Perfect Roast Chicken
Perfect Roast Chicken
Baked Eggplant Parmesan
Baked Eggplant Parmesan
1 hr 25 mins
Steamed Artichokes
Easy Steamed Artichokes
Vanilla Pound Cake
Vanilla Pound Cake
1 hr 15 mins
Roast Turkey with Herb Butter
Roast Turkey With Herb Butter
5 hrs
Salsa board with chips, cilantro, lime and sour cream
How to Build a Salsa Board, an Easy, Colorful Appetizer Perfect for Sharing
Ham and Spinach Dip
Our 32 Best Party-Ready Recipes for Any Occasion
Classic Chicken Potpie
Classic Chicken Potpie
1 hr 45 mins
portion of apple crisp on plate and baking dish of apple crisp
Apple Crisp
1 hr 25 mins
Pan Fried Steak
Pan-Fried Steak
15 mins
Lasagna with Meat Sauce
Lasagna With Meat Sauce
2 hrs 30 mins
Peach Crumble
Peach Crumble
1 hr 15 mins
Shredded Beef Chuck Roast
Shredded Beef Chuck Roast
6 hrs 20 mins
Everyday Vegetable Soup
Everyday Vegetable Soup
1 hr 15 mins
Raisin Bran Muffins
Raisin Bran Muffins
40 mins
Perfect Roast Turkey with Cheesecloth
Perfect Roast Turkey: Cheesecloth Method
chocolate souffle in bowls
Chocolate Soufflé
1 hr 20 mins
Turkey brine
How to Brine a Turkey the Right Way
Simple Coleslaw
12 Tasty Sides to Serve With Burgers (Other Than Fries)
Close up of friends clinking champagne glasses while enjoying Christmas dinner together sitting by elegant dining table with candles
The Fastest Way to Chill Champagne and Other Sparkling Wines
grilled buttermilk chicken tenders
32 Party Food Ideas for Every Kind of Celebration
three types of cookies and coffee
How to Host a Cookie Swap, the Sweetest Holiday Party
roberta heart cakes topped with swiss-meringue buttercream
20 Heart-Shaped Treats to Share with Your Valentine
Steak With Pink-Peppercorn Butter
20 Special Date-Night Recipes for Two
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30 Super Bowl Desserts That Taste Like Sweet Victory
Chocolate and pecan covered strawberries
How to Make Chocolate-Covered Strawberries—Using Just 2 Ingredients
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40 Valentine's Day Dessert Recipes That You'll Fall in Love With
XO cinnamon toast and yogurt
14 Valentine's Day Breakfasts for a Romantic Start to Your Day