Hosting a party for kids and adults is a delightful way to celebrate Halloween. To set the mood for this most frightful of holidays, transform your home into a haunted house with spooky decorations. Organize some simple games, such as bobbing for apples and carving jack-o'-lanterns. And give out prizes for the most creative costumes.

And, of course, treat your guests to some delicious food. Our menu will please the littlest witches as well as grown-up goblins. The recipes are designed for young chefs, so they can join in the preparations. A tossed green salad, hearty lasagna and cheddar corn bread are easy to make and suitable for a buffet. And for dessert? Pumpkin, of course, in the form of ice cream and spiced cupcakes. Its sure to be a night of bewitching fun!