Whether the vibe is elegant or more of a casserole-casual affair, these appetizers (like bacon jam ... Even better, my picks are easy to make ahead, transport and reheat. Read on for some ...

Why I Love It: no cook, make ahead, crowd-pleaser, special occasion–worthy Serves: 10 to 12 Other than the chilling time, this layered custard is a breeze to make.

So, you’re heading to a Friendsgiving celebration. Or maybe you’re joining family for the holiday. Either way, one question remains: What tasty dish are you going to bring? Don’t panic: I’ve come up ...

What makes it even better is that you can make it months ahead of the holiday and defrost it when ready to wow a crowd ... You can form the dough into logs, and freeze them to slice and bake later, or ...

We love this genius make-ahead. Though you could just assemble the casserole and bake day-of, you can also wrap that casserole, freeze it, and forget about it until an hour before go-time.