Make-Ahead

Beat the weeknight clock with these make-ahead recipes! From breakfast to dinner, set yourself up for a tasty meal.

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    Elvis Presley Cake

    Elvis Presley cake is a pineapple lover's dream. The sweet pineapple layer and rich cream cheese frosting with chopped pecans...


    Queen Elizabeth Cake

    Queen Elizabeth cake is a Canadian dessert worth making at home. It's rich with dates and topped with a broiled...


    Peach Upside-Down Cookies

    Soft and chewy peach upside-down cookies are crowned with a sweet streusel topping that conceals a peachy surprise on the...


    Dubai Chocolate Cake

    In our Dubai chocolate cake recipe, you'll find moist, fluffy chocolate cake layers and the same filling that has made...


    Kansas City Barbecue Sauce

    Kick off grilling season with Kansas City barbecue sauce. It satiates everything you’re looking for in a typical barbecue sauce...


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    Tyler Smith’s Taco Marinade

    This versatile taco marinade works wonders on any protein! Why choose just one type of meat? Marinate a few. This...


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    Elise Jesse’s Citrus Margarita Popsicles

    If you want to create a buzz at your next party, save this recipe because it's easy, refreshing, and doubles...


    Maple Apple Pie

    Tiny, rural Vermont is famous for its apples, for dairy cows and for producing more maple syrup than any other...

    Matcha Tiramisu

    Layers of light and luxurious mascarpone and matcha-soaked ladyfingers make this matcha tiramisu the perfect dessert for green tea lovers.


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    Tacos al Pastor

    Our tacos al pastor recipe features juicy pork marinated in a sweet, smoky, chili-spiced adobo sauce, then grilled to perfection.


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    Lucy Wang’s Zongzi

    This traditional Chinese dish ties back to a true story of a beloved poet named Qu Yuan who was wrongfully...


    Layered Strawberry Bundt Cake

    A layered strawberry Bundt cake is a stunning dessert centerpiece for spring or summer. The center layer of buttercream and...


    Dubai Chocolate Cheesecake Bars

    These Dubai chocolate cheesecake bars pair all the flavor of the on-trend Dubai chocolate bar with creamy cheesecake for the...


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    Elise Jesse’s Pasta Salad

    Summer was made for pasta salad, and this creamy, colorful dish is my go-to. My mom whipped it up in...


    Strawberry Pretzel Salad Dip

    This strawberry pretzel salad dip is a quintessential part of any summertime potluck menu.


    Flank Steak Tacos

    A spicy marinade ensures these flank steak tacos are super flavorful. Served in corn tortillas with simple toppings, they make...


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    Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake

    This lemon blueberry cheesecake with a fresh blueberry compote topping is a tasty twist on a classic cheesecake.

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    Runzas

    If you've never heard of this Nebraska specialty, you're in for a treat! Runzas are soft and fluffy yeast rolls...


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    Lucy Wang’s Hanami Dango

    The Sakura Matsuri, also known as the Cherry Blossom Festival, celebrates the spring season! These squishy treats make adorable drink...


    Deviled Potatoes

    Save those expensive eggs for other recipes. Deviled potatoes with a zesty, seasoned filling look like the real thing and...


    Marry Me Pot Roast

    Want to win their heart? First, win their taste buds with a flavorful and tender Marry Me pot roast!


    Blueberry Delight

    Blueberry delight is a no-bake dessert that ticks all the boxes: It's sweet, delicious and easy to make, and it...


    Gingerbread Ice Cream

    Gingerbread ice cream is the ultimate treat for lovers of both ice cream and gingerbread. The warming spices make this...

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    Strawberry Jell-O Poke Cake

    Bring a smile to everyone's face by making an easy Jell-O poke cake with fruity, colorful gelatin, boxed white cake...


    Cheesecake Cups

    No-bake cheesecake cups might just be the easiest and prettiest dessert to serve at your next party. A fuss-free recipe...


    Mango Mousse Cake

    Mango mousse cake tastes like sunshine, which means it's perfect for a special summer dessert or for fighting off the...


    Mango Cake

    “Wow” a friend for their summer birthday or beat the winter blues with a mango cake that tastes like pure...


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    Caramel

    Novice and professional bakers alike love our caramel recipe. This step-by-step guide walks you through the process of how to...


    Strawberry Custard Cake

    Strawberry custard cake is exactly what it sounds like—layers of tender yellow cake, custard and strawberries. The fresh, flavorful dessert...