#make-ahead Recipes

Baked meatloaf on platter (minus a couple of slices.)

Old-fashioned Meatloaf

By Teresa G.

This is my Grandmother's delicious meatloaf recipe, with my addition of Italian flavor. I usually ...

Just needs a spoon! Ready in 30 minutes.

Betty's Apricot Chicken

By Betty Bramanis

Not overly sweet and with no jam this meal is a regular in our home. ...

Just needs cream!

Betty's Strawberry Pie

By Betty Bramanis

A sweet and crunchy pie packed with plump strawberries. I make this when strawberries are ...

Here's another batch in a petal shaped pan that makes 6 perfect large buns.

Pecan Stickies

By Linda Mericle

When I was doing the bake sale at church, people lined up, craning their necks ...

Sausage Pizza Dough Rolls

Sausage Pizza Dough Rollups - Super Fast Meal!

By Lisa 'Gayle' Goff

This is SOOOOOOOOO quick and easy, It was done start to finish in 25 minutes!! ...

Sesame Napa Pasta Salad

By Kathy W

This salad is crunchy and delicious. You can make it ahead of time and is ...

Onions chopped and added. I placed the onions and wings first to make sure it would all fit. I used and 8 quart IP, so you may have to adjust the amount and size for the 6 quart.

Turkey Gravy In The Instant Pot

By Charlotte Carlile

I've been using a make ahead gravy recipe for a while now, and it took ...

Sweet Pecan Blondie Bars

By Sheila Nakata

This is a sweet bar that is best served cold. Toasting the pecans steps up ...

Pudding on a plate with raspberries poured on top.

Raspberries Romanoff

By Elaine Green

My mother in law's recipe. It is a very elegant yet simple dessert. It's my ...

(2 ratings)

A slice of green chili chicken on a plate

Baked Green Chili Chicken

By Sheila Nakata

This is a great make ahead dish. Make the night before and put in the ...

Pizza Margherita

By Julie Ann Keene

This super easy pizza is probably one of the most traditional of the Italian style ...

Bacon And Egg Breakfast Bake

By Sheila Illes

Served this casserole for breakfast on New Year's Day after preparing a day in advance. ...

Mom's Icebox Rolls

By Janice Bartholome

My mother made these wonderful yeast rolls for every occasion -- sometimes Sunday dinner was ...

(2 ratings)

Quick make ahead casserole

Beefy Cheesy Mac

By Sheila D

Everyone in the family seems to like this casserole. I like that I can make ...

Elaine's Rotkohl (red Cabbage)

By Elaine Douglas

May be cooked on stove top for 30 - 35 minutes. Tastes even better on the ...

Elaine's Creamed Curried Chicken And Mushrooms

By Elaine Douglas

I created this dish to use just what was in my fridge that day. The ...

(1 rating)

Elaine's Mediterranean Chickpea Stew

By Elaine Douglas

I use my home canned or frozen tomatoes for this. They have no additives or ...

This impressive, easy, make-far-ahead dessert feeds 16 people, generously. In the unlikely event that any of this is left over, it freezes well. The cloud itself is gluten free, and takes on different personalities depending on the choice of topping.

Dreamy Dessert Cloud

By Maureen Haddock

I have been making this dessert since the early 1970s and am not sure where ...

(1 rating)

Pillsbury Annual Recipes, 2006

Night Before Taco Bake

By Sharon Whitley

Prepare the night before, then pop in the oven for dinner tonight. A great help ...

Picnic Rice Salad

By Sharon Whitley

Great cold salad, which makes it perfect for summer picnics. Make ahead and refrigerate overnight. ...

Three Meat Bbq Baked Beans

By Tess Geer

These are ALWAYS a hit. The slow cooker makes them easy to have ready for ...

Melt In Your Mouth Sugar Cookies

By Rachel Burke

These are a family favorite. They are always requested during holidays, special events and cookie ...

(1 rating)

Chicken Tres Quesos (layered Chicken Enchiladas)

By Sue Weaver

This dish is a family favorite and comfort food at its best. It can ...

Elaine's Best Ever Macaroni And Cheese

By Elaine Douglas

This recipe is a treasure. Don't let the list of ingredients put you off. It ...