Bridal Shower Recipes

Make the bride-to-be feel like a VIP with these creative bridal shower recipes, like make-ahead appetizers and finger foods. Our easy party-planning ideas will help you pull it off like a pro.

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    Crab Pasta Salad

    9 reviews

    This crab pasta salad recipe is technically an imitation crab pasta salad, but it's a bright and flavorful side dish...


    Appetizer Stuffed Mushrooms

    3 reviews

    Heat-and-serve convenience foods are forbidden in the House of Loreto Kitchen, and residents appreciate the "real" food we serve. Everyone...


    Cranberry Raspberry Punch

    7 reviews

    The blushing bride-to-be and her guests will ask for refills of this pretty pink punch. It's not too sweet, so...


    Petits Fours

    7 reviews

    Our petits fours recipe creates traditional intricate and delicate mini cakes that look straight out of a boulangerie.


    White Chocolate Chip Cookies

    2 reviews

    Toasted, ground hazelnuts give these white chocolate chip cookies wonderful crunch, texture and flavor.


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    Drop Sugar Cookies

    8 reviews

    These drop sugar cookies are oh-so simple to whip up and easy to decorate to fit any party theme.


    Smoked Salmon Cheesecake

    4 reviews

    "We live on Kodiak Island off the coast of Alaska, and salmon is one of our favorite foods," writes Becky...


    Blue Cheese Vinaigrette

    1 review

    A lighter alternative to mayo-based blue cheese dressing, blue cheese vinaigrette packs tons of flavor and zing for your seasonal...

    Sherbet Punch

    4 reviews

    Fizzy, creamy, fruity sherbet punch is always the first bowl on the buffet table to empty. Here's how to make...


    Peanut Butter Chocolate Fondue

    8 reviews

    Whenever the family wanted to do a little celebrating over the years, I would make this fondue. It’s fun gathering...


    Pita Pocket Chicken Salad

    9 reviews

    We wanted something cool for lunch one summer day, so I tossed together whatever I had in the refrigerator. This...


    Mushroom Puffs

    6 reviews

    You can make these attractive appetizers in a jiffy with refrigerated crescent roll dough. The tasty little spirals disappear fast...


    Strawberry Tiramisu Trifle

    6 reviews

    "We do a lot of entertaining," relates Tammy Irvine of Whitby, Ontario. "I like to make this easy trifle when...


    Rock-A-Bye Baby Punch

    12 reviews

    The recipe for this punch couldn't be much simpler, but both men and women enjoy its refreshing frothy taste. It's...


    Orange Punch

    5 reviews

    Made with only four ingredients, orange punch is just what every family-friendly party needs. Topped with sherbet, it has a...


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    Sprite and Strawberry Drink

    19 reviews

    What's refreshing, super simple to make and extra delicious? Our Sprite and strawberry drink, that's what! Lemon-lime soda provides the...


    Yeast Waffles

    7 reviews

    Starting the day with an appealing, hearty breakfast is certainly a step in the right direction when you're trying to...

    Cherry Peanut Butter Balls

    8 reviews

    Years ago, I saved this festive recipe and made it only at Christmastime. But my grandkids loved the sweet combination...


    Lemon Blueberry Pizza

    1 review

    Cream cheese and lemon yogurt make a tasty topping for this fruit pizza. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin


    Strawberry Feta Tossed Salad

    6 reviews

    A neighbor served this light, wonderful salad at a summer barbecue. I’ve since tried it with many ingredient combinations, but...


    Amish Broccoli Salad

    14 reviews

    This Amish broccoli salad is a flavorful and hearty twist on traditional veggie salads. With fresh broccoli and cauliflower, crispy...


    Punch Bowl Cake

    1 review

    This recipe was created when I was trying to use up leftovers. You can make it with cookies or bananas...


    Grape Turkey Salad

    1 review

    "To maintain freshness, serve this make-ahead salad on a chilled platter and replenish often," says field editor Sue Ross of...

    Cheesecake Phyllo Cups

    3 reviews

    Lorraine Chevalier of Merrimac, Massachusetts borrowed this recipe from a friend, whose husband is diabetic, and has been making the...


    Smoked Salmon Canapes

    1 review

    My boyfriend's mother gave me the idea for this classy appetizer that I serve for Sunday brunch and on special...


    Lemon Curd Cookies

    1 review

    I've made these cookies for years. I like to give them out to family and friends. —Carole Vogel, Allison Park,...


    Smoked Salmon New Potatoes

    Give twice-baked potatoes a rest this year and try these stuffed spuds. Smoked salmon and cream cheese blended with...


    White Sangria

    9 reviews

    Fruity, sweet and party-pretty, this light, refreshing beverage from our Test Kitchen goes together in minutes. And guests will find...


    Berries in Champagne Jelly

    2 reviews

    My sister gave me this recipe a few years back when I was looking for an elegant fruit dish to...