You've been invited to a Halloween party—woo! Your costume is good to go, but what tasty dish are you going to bring with you? Before you run to the supermarket in a panic, take a beat. I found 43 ingenious Halloween potluck recipe ideas that are just right for the occasion.

Whether you're going for elegance (hello, macaroni and cheese in acorn squash bowls) or whimsy (ooh, candy corn surprise cake?!), these apps, mains, side dishes and desserts are guaranteed to win over a crowd, even picky kids. Better yet, these dishes are easy to make ahead, transport and reheat, and they're essentially foolproof for newbies.

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