dinner party recipes

Chex Muddy Buddies

Muddy buddies is an easy no-bake sweet and crunchy cereal snack mix. Another popular name for this favorite mix is pu...

Cedar Planked Salmon

This cedar plank salmon is a dish my brother prepared for me in Seattle. The salmon is moist, smoky, and by far the b...

Ham Salad

This ham salad recipe with hard-cooked eggs, mayonnaise, and pickle relish is quick and easy to make. Serve with asso...

Cowboy Caviar

Cowboy caviar is a quick, refreshing dish made with black-eyed peas and other pantry staples you're sure to have on h...

Virgin Strawberry Daiquiri

This virgin strawberry daiquiri is probably the best drink I have ever had in my life! Easy to make with strawberries...

Detroit Hot Honey Wings

These honey wings are sweet and spicy and amazing on the grill. This is a Detroit recipe, so enjoy!

Spicy Watermelon Margarita

This spicy watermelon margarita is a delicious blend of fresh watermelon, tequila, and jalapeno slices for a fruity, ...

Simple Lemon Cake

This best lemon cake recipe is perfect for picnics and parties. It's moist and soft.

Easy Broccoli Bacon Salad

This broccoli salad with bacon is delicious! Anybody who doesn't like broccoli will change their mind upon taking the...

Southern-Style Baked Banana Pudding

You'll love this baked banana pudding, especially if you like banana cream pie. Not only is there no pie crust to mes...

Thai Cucumber Salad

This cucumber salad recipe is very close to what you'd get at your favorite Thai restaurant. Cucumber, cilantro, and ...

Christmas Tree Charcuterie Board

This Christmas tree charcuterie board is special for Christmas, and quite popular at gatherings. Use kale, herbs, or ...

Roast Beef and Pan Gravy for Beginners

This roast beef and pan gravy for beginners is an easy, no-fail method that will turn the cheapest, toughest cuts of ...

Italian Salami Cups

These crispy, salty Italian salami cups are filled with mozzarella, artichokes, and fresh, juicy, cold, crunchy veggi...

Broccoli Slaw

This broccoli slaw recipe is a delicious, crunchy, savory, and sweet broccoli coleslaw that will satisfy. Tastes just...

Slow Cooker Baked Beans Using Canned Beans

These slow cooker baked beans with canned beans are a tasty dish that goes with all your favorite foods and takes jus...

Southern-Style Egg Salad

Southern egg salad, primarily used for sandwiches. Serve on fresh bread of your choice. My wife likes to make double-...

Cedar Plank Salmon

Cedar plank salmon in the oven is easy with this recipe. It can even be cooked on the grill. Garnish with lemon wedges.

Seattle Cream Cheese Dogs

On the streets of Seattle, after the bars close, and during sporting events, these are a local favorite--warm cream c...

Elote Salad

A nice way to have elote without having to eat it straight off the husk.

Pineapple Bread Souffle

So simple and so delicious you'll want to make an extra one for the next day. It's always the requested dish to bring...

Homemade Four Cheese Ravioli

This homemade ravioli recipe includes a pesto-Alfredo sauce and marinara. I wanted to recreate the ravioli dish that ...