Milk and butter keep these eggs creamy; oven-baking the recipe keeps your arm from falling off from scrambling all those eggs by hand.
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Cooking For A Crowd
Do you need to cook for a crowd? All the recipes on CDKitchen let you change the number of servings from 1 to 1000 (and higher!) but sometimes you need a recipe that gives you extra help when cooking for a crowd. These recipes are tailored to large groups and often give hints and tips for working with large quantities of food. So try these recipes the next time you need some large crowd recipes for a family reunion, church picnic or school event.
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Oven Scrambled Eggs for a Crowd
Ham and Potato Casserole
This ham and potato casserole is a delicious, filling dish that is perfect for any occasion. This hearty casserole features tender potatoes, savory ham, and a creamy, cheesy...
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Baked Beans for 50
Baked beans are the quintessential picnic and backyard barbecue food. If you are entertaining a large group, this recipe will serve about 50 people
Method: oven
Time: over 5 hours
Chili for a Crowd
Chili is a great dish to make for a crowd because it is hearty and filling. It can be easily customized to each person's liking, and it is relatively inexpensive to make.
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Chicago Style Italian Beef Sandwich
Italian beef sandwiches are as classic Chicago as deep dish pizza. Roast beef served on a French roll with some mozzarella brings home a taste of the windy city.
Method: oven
Time: 2-5 hours
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Large Quantity Coleslaw
Coleslaw is a great picnic side dish to make into big batches, and here's how to do it. Prepared mix saves time when mixed with fresh veggies and scratch-made dressing.
Time: under 30 minutes
Oven-Scrambled Eggs
Oven baked with an amazingly fluffy texture and creamy flavor. Easy to scale up or down for a crowd.
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Open House Punch
This smooth tasting punch is made with lemonade and orange juice with lemon-lime soda and a bottle of Southern Comfort. Yes, a bottle.
Time: under 30 minutes
Cheese And Garlic Bread For A Crowd
Ooey gooey mozzarella melts on top of Italian bread spread with garlic, butter, and parsley. This recipe serves 50 soon-to-be very happy people.
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Big Crowd Oven Fried Chicken
Impress a crowd with this recipe for crispy and delicious fried chicken that serves 50 (or more) people. Made with a simple crispy coating, this recipe is perfect for large...
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Trash Bag Taco Salad
Taco night gets a wild twist with this trash bag taco salad. A culinary fiesta where all the ingredients get down in one bag.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Five-Gallon Chicken Pot Pie
This savory pot pie stuffed with chicken, mushrooms, potatoes, and carrots will still be tasty scaled down a bit. But if you need to feed a crowd, you're in the right place.
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Waldorf Salad For A Crowd
A bit crunchy, a bit creamy, a bit sweet - there's something a bit perfect about a proper Waldorf salad, isn't there?
Time: 30-60 minutes
US Navy Italian Spaghetti
Get ready for a classic with this US Navy Italian Spaghetti. Packed with flavor from beef, onions, and spices, it's a delicious trip down memory lane with a whole lot of...
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Chicken Broccoli Fettuccine For A Crowd
A rich and creamy chicken fettuccine recipe for a crowd. You can substitute asparagus or green peas for the broccoli if desired.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Buffet Taco Salad
The best thing about the buffet taco salad is that everyone can customize it to their liking. Load it up with beans and cheese or a double dose of guacamole. Make it how you like it!
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Macaroni Salad for 100
When you need to impress a crowd, this macaroni salad with ham and cheddar does the trick. Perfect for picnics or potlucks, this recipe has everyone covered.
Time: 2-5 hours
Polish Sausage & Peppers For 50
An great recipe for a large group. Sausage and peppers are slowly cooked in a roaster oven making it easy to prepare in advance with little mess.
Method: roaster oven
Time: 2-5 hours
Pasta Salad for 100
If you're looking to feed a large crowd, this pasta salad is the perfect dish. It can be easily customized to your liking.
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Swedish Meat Balls Party-Style
What's a party without the Swedish meatballs? These mini bites are subtly spiced with nutmeg and allspice to add a little intrigue to their flavor palate. The meatballs...
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Pork Chops With Apple Stuffing For A Crowd
Made with chicken broth, poultry seasoning, sage, pork loin chops, onions, celery, apples, bread crumbs, salt, black pepper
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Cream Puffs for a Group
Unlock the art of pastries with this easy recipe for cream puffs that promise smiles and compliments. They flirt with sophistication while delivering down-to-earth pleasure in...
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Barbecue Pork With Petite Buns
Perfect little bites of tender pulled pork served on cocktail buns make the ultimate party food.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 2-5 hours
Boston Baked Beans for A Crowd
This crowd is in for a treat. Navy beans baked with salt pork, sliced onions, and a brown sugar and molasses mixture come out thick, sweet and savory. The ideal companion...
Method: stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Tiny Filled Dessert Pastries
Short on time but craving something delicious? These quick-to-make tiny filled dessert pastries wrap richness and flavor into every bite without overwhelming your kitchen...
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Cocoa for a Crowd
Hosting a party? Cooking for a crowd? Serve up a mug of comfort with this easy recipe for hot cocoa that serves a large group.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
White Pizza Dip
Made with Italian bread, mozzarella cheese, herb and garlic dry soup mix, sour cream, ricotta cheese, pepperoni
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Tuna Casserole For A Crowd
Made with almonds, tuna, cheese, green bell pepper, celery, onion, butter, milk, cream of mushroom soup, egg noodles
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Chicken and Rice Casserole for 50
Made with margarine, onion, celery, mushrooms, all-purpose flour, milk, chicken stock, white pepper, almonds, pimiento
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Chicken a la King for 50
Want to bring a touch of nostalgia to your dinner table? This chicken a la king is hearty comfort food that's perfect for sharing.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Cucumber Salad For A Crowd
Made with vinegar, sugar, salt, mayonnaise, sour cream, onions, cucumbers
Time: 1-2 hours
Chicken Tetrazzini for 50
Made with pimiento, parsley, spaghetti pasta, water, salt, vegetable oil, margarine, onion, green bell peppers, mushrooms
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Quick Fruit Salad for 100
Made with bananas, green grapes, pineapple chunks, peach pie filling, mandarin oranges
Time: 30-60 minutes
German Potato Salad For A Crowd
Made with potatoes, bacon, eggs, onions, sugar, flour, vinegar, water, celery seed
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Relish Tray for 50
This large relish tray is perfect for serving 50 people. It includes a variety of pickled vegetables, olives, and peppers that will please everyone.
Time: under 30 minutes
Scalloped Potatoes With Ham For A Crowd
Made with canned ham, milk, potatoes, cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, onions
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Crowd Chicken Casserole
Made with potato chips, sour cream, mayonnaise, cheddar cheese, chicken, celery, green onion, green chiles, ripe olives, slivered almonds
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Creamy Baked Scalloped Potatoes For A Crowd
Made with potatoes, whipping cream or half and half, cream of chicken soup
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Seven Layer Salad For A Crowd
Made with bacon, cheddar cheese, sugar, lettuce, celery, carrots, frozen peas, green bell peppers, mayonnaise
Time: over 5 hours
Crowd-Sized Chicken Bake
Made with salt, butter, noodles, flour, black pepper, chicken gravy, chicken or turkey, pimento, bread crumbs
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Macaroni Salad for a Crowd
Made with vinegar, milk, macaroni, hard boiled eggs, celery, onions, radishes, cucumbers, celery salt, mayonnaise or salad dressing
Time: 2-5 hours
Fruit Cocktail Chicken
Made with sweet and sour sauce, garlic, whole chicken breasts, chicken legs and thighs, fruit cocktail, soy sauce
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Bouya
Bouya is the kind of dish that turns a simple cooking session into a flavorful adventure - perfect for those who love a hearty and hearty meal.
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Upside Down Tacos
Made with cheddar cheese, tomatoes, ground beef, onions, chili beans, enchilada sauce, salt, lettuce, Italian salad dressing, green onions
Method: oven
Time: 2-5 hours
Vegetable Beef Soup for 50
Made with water, tomato sauce, tomato juice, beef bouillon cubes, pearl barley, potatoes, carrots, cabbage, frozen green beans, onions
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Coffee Break Cake for 50
Made with margarine, all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, cake flour, baking powder, nonfat dry milk, ground nutmeg, salt, raisins
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Mexican Chicken Casserole II
Made with chicken, monterey jack cheese, sour cream, green chiles, cream of chicken soup, salsa, corn tortillas, cheese
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Chicken Tetrazzini For A Crowd
Made with red pimentos, green bell peppers, celery, elbow macaroni, whole chickens, mushroom soup, celery or onion soup, process cheese product
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
All-In-One Casserole for 125
Made with salt and pepper, eggs, frozen hashbrowns, ham, onion, green bell pepper, water
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Meat Loaf For 50 People
Made with onions, bread, water, ground beef, ground pork, eggs, black pepper, salt, stock
Method: oven
Time: 2-5 hours
Burgoo, Indiana Style
Made with potatoes, green beans, carrots, green cabbage, corn, hominy, tomatoes, chicken broth, mixed pickling spices, lemon
Method: stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Picnic Potato Salad For a Crowd
Made with sweet relish, potatoes, mayonnaise, prepared mustard, hot pepper sauce, onions, celery, hard boiled eggs, fresh parsley, dill pickle relish
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Lazy Perogie Casserole For A Crowd
Made with salt and pepper, potatoes, lasagna noodles, butter, onions, longhorn or cheddar cheese
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Buttery and Soft Chocolate Cake for a Crowd
Made with salt, butter, brown sugar, sugar, eggs, egg yolk, vanilla extract, sour cream
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Ranking #1 in nearly every "favorite cookie" poll, the chocolate chip cookie is pretty much the go-to cookie of choice for both kids and grownups alike.
Pumpkins aren't just for pies or Halloween decorations. These large, orange gourds - while naturally sweet - also work well in savory dishes. They pair well with poultry and pork (and especially bacon) and their creamy-when-cooked texture blends easily into soups.
Make your mornings a little less hectic with these overnight breakfast recipes. Prep the night before and enjoy a warm, comforting meal in the morning.