No one ever said it was a competition but let’s face it, there’s a clear winner at every potluck. If you want to compete with a friend’s award-winning chili or coworker’s magical brownies, you’ll need a show-stopping dish that, hopefully, isn’t too challenging to create. We rounded up some of our favorite dishes that are perfect for the potluck, from amazing appetizers to decadent desserts. These recipes are all guaranteed party food favorites, travel well, and make a big portion (or can be easily scaled up).

In this recipe, cauliflower takes the place of potato to offer a high fiber version of the tasty classic. Topped with all the baked potato fixings, this dish starts with a pile of generously roasted cauliflower florets. Top the vegetable with shredded cheddar, sliced scallions and dollops of sour cream.

One easy appetizer to help get the creative juices flowing are these bite-sized puff pastry snacks that utilize an ice cube tray to help with shaping. Grab some frozen, store-bought puff pastry and choose one (or all!) of the 4 filling ideas, from ham and Gruyere to scallion cream cheese with mini shrimp. Once the bites are made, they can be stored frozen until you’re ready to bake and serve.

A pasta salad full of crunchy vegetables and fresh herbs can withstand a few hours on the potluck table without wilting. This summery version can easily be prepped ahead and dressed just before serving for the freshest possible texture. Slice the radish, tomato, cucumber and corn and keep them fresh in an airtight container before tossing with the pasta and dressing.

Drop this stunning dessert on the potluck table and watch as hungry eyeballs consider bending the rules and taking a slice as an appetizer. The crisp graham cracker crust pairs perfectly with the delicately lemon-scented cream cheese filling. A final topping of jammy raspberries seals the deal with a beautiful color contrast.

Don’t let the name fool you— this dish will get gobbled up any time of year. Start with mixed baby potatoes and cover them with a garlic mixture of cream and butter. Bake the potatoes in the cream mixture until softened, then finish with a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.

With just a 10 minute prep time, these simple roast pork tenderloins are brimming with flavor thanks to a hearty balsamic vinegar marinade. A quick whisk of the vinegar with cracked cloves of garlic, fresh rosemary, thyme and a generous pour of olive oil is all it takes to whip it up. Pour it over the tenderloins and roast to just the right doneness.

One of the best ways to serve garlic bread for a large gathering may just be these garlic bread pinwheels. Stuffed with mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic and store-bought pesto, each pinwheel is bursting with flavor and ready to pair with pasta or roast meat. A can of prepared crescent dough keeps the prep work light, unless you prefer to whip up your own pastry.

Dips aren’t just for the appetizer table. This dessert dip spread utilizes a fluffy chocolate mousse for endless fun when dipping fruit and cookies. The final touch is a variety of toppings like sprinkles, chopped nuts and sweetened toasted coconut flakes.

Rice always makes for a filling side and a big platter of dressed up rice can be a stunning side dish to rival any main course. This recipe tosses fluffy basmati rice with toasted almonds, baby spinach, fresh dill and marinated artichoke hearts. A good squeeze of lemon juice coats the rice in a tart, lemony finish.

A cheesy tray of stuffed shells gets an autumnal makeover in this fall-forward side dish. Roasted butternut squash is blended into a creamy béchamel sauce that surrounds tender cooked pasta shells stuffed with a spinach-ricotta mixture. After baking, this pasta bake travels well in a heat-safe casserole carrier and can be reheated for a few moments before serving, if needed.

Nobody can withstand the appeal of the creamy onion dip, especially when it’s placed next to a heaping bowl of potato chips or a large tray of crisp crudités. The onions take a little time to caramelize to their ideal texture, but after that the rest of the tip takes just a minute to whip up with an electric mixer. Don’t skip the pinch of cayenne pepper, which gives the dip a subtle zing.

Imagine your favorite banana bread, but turned up a notch. Fluffy banana cake is piled high with tangy cream cheese frosting and swirls of dulce de leche. The cake boosts the fruit flavor by using fresh bananas mixed into the batter and maple-candied banana chips on top, as well.

A big plate of garlicky, buttery shrimp will appeal to diners of all kinds. This recipe cooks in just 15 minutes and can easily scaled up as large as needed to suit the occasion. Make sure to ask the fishmonger to peel and devein the shrimp to save time on prep.

Simple and seasonal, this fresh corn salad doesn’t take much effort beyond cutting corn off the cob. Easy to scale up, this is the kind of salad that won’t wilt after sitting out for a bit. Mix it up before hand, just make sure to save the basil for the last minute for optimum freshness.

Easy to make ahead, a cheese log can make for a tasty appetizer that can suit any spread. This version uses packaged ranch dressing mix to add an unexpected tang to the cream cheese and Cheddar base. Serve it with plenty of crackers or bagel chips for spreading.

An asparagus side dish may not be the star of the show, but perfectly crisp-tender spears ensure that the overall meal isn’t too rich or one-sided. This recipe yields asparagus that’s perfectly browned and tender, while still remaining green and toothsome. A sprinkle of Parmesan frico on top adds a nutty, cheesy crunch.

A crisp tarte flambé makes for a great appetizer or can work as a light side dish to pair with salad or vegetables. Not unlike your average flatbread, this Alsatian baked snack involves goat cheese spread on pizza dough, topped with bits of bacon and caramelized onion. Slice it into finger-sized slices to serve a crowd.

S’mores are a universal crowd-pleaser and this recipe translates the eternal classic into an unfussy tray of magic bars that can be cut to serve as many as needed. The milk chocolate filling is studded with peanut butter chips and crunchy peanuts, all atop a buttery graham cracker crust. The marshmallow topping gets its signature toasted hue from a quick turn under your oven’s broiler.

The only problem with bringing a cheesy pull-apart bread to a potluck is that your fellow diners may not have room for much else. This decadent appetizer uses a loaf of crusty bread and stuffs it with plenty of grated mozzarella, fontina, Parmesan and Romano cheese. The extra step of roasting the garlic adds some prep time, but the flavor pay off is well worth it.

If you’re tasked with bringing a vegetarian-friendly dish to a potluck, it can be a challenge to find something hearty enough to feel satisfying. This four-cheese baked pasta is rich and decadent, layered with tomato sauce and topped with crispy breadcrumbs. Tangy sun-dried tomatoes stud the rigatoni pasta, giving each bite a concentrated burst of flavor.

No one can resist a heaping pile of caramelized Brussels sprouts studded with chunks of crispy bacon. This simple recipe uses just a handful of ingredients to create a delightful side dish that will have everyone coming back for more. If you need to serve more than the recipe states, simply double or triple the ingredient amounts.

The sweet brine for this roasted pork roast recipe is the secret to turning out a juicy, tender roast. Once that’s done, a simple panko breadcrumb crust adds a delicious crunch to each pork chop. Ask a butcher to help prepare the 6-rib center-cut roast or request as many chops as needed to suit the occasion.

If you need a tasty, easy side for the cooler months of the year, opt for this slightly sweet caramelized butternut squash dish. This versatile vegetable can pair just as easily with chicken as it does with fish or pork. Cooking the squash is a mostly hands-off affair, requiring just a single turn to ensure even browning on all sides.

Fresh, vibrant, and packed with Mediterranean flavor, this Greek take on a 7-layer dip is a great choice for any potluck. Each layer brings a unique taste and texture, from the tzatziki to the hummus to the colorful mix of sliced Kalamata and Castelvetrano olives. Make the dip ahead of time and show up to the party with a big bag of pita chips to serve.