Need an excuse to have friends over? Here are 20. These dinner party recipes will take some of the stress out of hosting; finding the perfect meals to serve to help make sure your dinner party runs smoothly.

A variety of easy 3 Course Meal Ideas that each include an appetizer, side, and dessert! These combinations are sure to impress any guest!

A typical five-course meal consists of one-bite hors d’oeuvres, a plated appetizer, a palate-cleansing salad, the main entrée, and dessert. Here are a few five-course menu ideas to inspire you.

This appetizer is very easy to fix and tastes delicious. All three items work so well together and we served them in vintage jars on a vintage piece of wood moulding.

It can be intimidating to throw a dinner party, which is why having an arsenal of go-to recipes is a must. These easy dinner party recipes strike the right balance between impressive and doable. From wow-worthy main dishes like our Porchetta With Lemony Herb Sauce (which looks much harder to make than it actually is) to tried-and-true side dishes like our Easiest Mashed Potatoes, you'll be able to build the entertaining menu of your dreams. #dinnerparty #fancydinner #dinnerrecipes #company…

These elegant dinner party menu ideas are perfect for any special occasion! These delicious dishes, sides, and desserts will impress anyone! #dinnerparties #party #dinner

Dinner parties do not have to derail your healthy eating habits! Here are 50 dinner party menu items to choose from for a delicious &

So here we are. Round 3 of Project Food Blog. I am amazed and slightly stunned to be here -- thank you all for voting for me. For this go-ar...