Easy Meals for Large Groups and Family Gatherings

These Oven Baked Ribs are fall-off-the-bone tender every single time. Slowly roasted at a low temp, then broiled for that perfect BBQ crust, these are the best hands-off and hassle free pork ribs!

The ultimate loaded nachos platter is layered with pulled pork, kettle-style chips, and other nacho toppings of your choice. This great appetizer will be a huge hit game day, Super Bowl Sunday, Cinco de Mayo, or even an easy dinner. It’s the best party food. Plus, it’s made in under 30 minutes and served right from the sheet pan!

Learn how to make Pigs in a Blanket! This classic potluck appetizer is made with mini hot dogs wrapped in buttery crescent rolls, baked until golden brown, then sprinkled with Everything Bagel Seasoning. Make these in under 30 minutes from start to finish.

A classic dutch oven pot roast is the ultimate comfort food. Made with simple ingredients, this fall-apart tender roast is braised with red wine, fresh herbs, and cooked alongside potatoes and carrots for a complete one-pot meal the whole family will love. This dinner is well-worth the wait.

Learn how to make a charcuterie board in minutes! This tutorial includes everything you need including meat and cheese pairings, food ideas, and how to build the best charcuterie board. Piled high with meats, cheeses, olives, sauces, and other snacks of your choice, this easy snack platter can be as extravagant or as simple as you like. 

Melty ham and cheese sliders are the perfect finger foods! These Hawaiian roll sandwiches are packed with layers of juicy baked ham, swiss cheese, and your favorite condiments. This hearty snack recipe comes together in under 30 minutes!

This boneless prime rib roast is crusted with an herb and garlic rub for a tender, juicy, and perfectly cooked holiday dinner. With easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions, learn how to choose the perfect rib roast, how long to cook it, and how much you need per person. This recipe also includes a delicious rib rub that makes this a must-have on your Christmas dinner menu! Beginner-friendly!

Homemade cranberry sauce is such an easy recipe for holiday dinners. Super flexible and made in 30 minutes, this recipe can be adapted to the stovetop or the oven. Upgrade your holiday dinner from canned cranberry sauce to fresh, whole cranberries, spicy cinnamon, a little sugar, and a splash of (optional) bourbon!

Skinless, boneless chicken breast and the seasoning of your choice are all you need for simple and juicy air fryer chicken breast. This is a fast and protein-filled solution to meal prep or a weeknight dinner – made in 20 minutes.

Pressure cooker mashed potatoes are the ultimate shortcut to your favorite side dish! This recipe is your answer for mashed potatoes in a hurry! And it can be used for Instant Pot, Ninja Foodi, or other electric pressure cookers. These easy potatoes can be whipped up and served in 30 minutes.

Learning how to make a thanksgiving turkey is a skill! This recipe packs all the flavor and juiciness you’d imagine from a deliciously roasted turkey. This guide will walk you through all the important details, complete with a list of tools, tips, and the perfect recipe!

Baked crab legs are the easiest way to eat and prepare Alaskan king crab. Oven-baked in butter and Old Bay seasoning, the tender, succulent meat slips right out of the shell when cracked! This delicious seafood meal is prepared in under 30 minutes and is steamed to perfection.

Deviled Eggs are a classic appetizer – spanning the decades! Made with pickled relish, mayonnaise, and mustard, these will make the perfect snack for cookouts, holidays and even meal prep!

This overnight egg casserole recipe is made with eggs, breakfast sausage, and cheese – all layered over hearty slices of bread. Then, it’s baked in the oven for the most epic breakfast lover’s feast! You can make this ahead of time for the perfect Christmas Morning Brunch, breakfast for company, or as part of your weekly meal prep.

A perfectly roasted boneless leg of lamb is a beautiful meal to serve for Easter, special occasions, and holidays. With this simple recipe, you can present an elegant cut of meat that’s tender and juicy with mouthwatering flavors of rosemary and garlic. If this is your first time making lamb, it won’t be your last!

Easy, cheesy, and delicious! This hashbrown casserole is a simple side dish with irresistible flavors of creamy soup, cheddar cheese and hashbrown potatoes! You need only 10 minutes to prep this crowd-pleasing comfort food. Prepared and baked all in one pot for easy transportation to potluck dinners, weeknights, and holidays. You can even have this for breakfast!

As the OG of Ambrosia, this recipe is a simple mixture of fruit, crunchy pecans, and delicate coconut flakes. No fluff or marshmallows to be found! Make this ahead for holiday brunch, baby showers, wedding showers, tea parties and any special occasion.

The best recipe for brisket in the oven! Learn how to make a juicy, tender beef brisket without a smoker or grill. This slow cooked brisket is cooked overnight and yields a perfectly shredded cut of meat for sandwiches or BBQ.

Learn how to make the best mashed potatoes with creamy, smooth results every time! Made without milk, this homemade recipe is simple, but full of rich and creamy flavor! Plenty of tips below for making ahead of time, the best type of potato for mashing, tips, shortcuts, and more in the post below.

Whether you are looking to stir up the regular menu with a new side dish or make a classic to take to a family dinner, these easy Thanksgiving side dishes will carry you through the entire holiday season.