Taco Crackers
One handful of these crispy oyster crackers is never enough. Taco seasoning and chili powder give the munchies a fun...
Brunch Lasagna
A professional cook, I appreciate make-ahead dishes like this one. Pop it into the oven before guests arrive...add fresh fruit...
Cheesy O’Brien Egg Scramble
This breakfast bake is a snap to prepare. It's perfect for a brunch buffet or when out-of-town guests stay the...
Water Chestnut Pea Salad
A local restaurant serves a pea salad that everyone raves over, so I came up with a similar version my...
Shrimp-Stuffed Sole
If you like stuffed fish, this recipe is the way to go. It’s so easy to assemble and cooks in...
Italian Swiss Steak
The Swiss steak supper combines tender beef and vegetables in tangy sauce that melds tomato basil under a cheesy topping....
Contest-Winning Ham and Bean Soup
I learned to make this soup when we lived in Pennsylvania near several Amish families. It’s a great way to...
Southwest Egg Rolls & Cool Avocado Dip
A friend of mine made these egg rolls for my birthday treat several years ago. They are the best I...
Russian Potatoes
A standout at potlucks, these creamy potatoes always get "vacuumed" out of the dish and leave guests asking for more....
Orange Date Bread
I loved visiting my aunt—she was an excellent baker, and her kitchen always smelled great. With her inspiration, I now...
Apple Walnut Bars
If you need a homespun snack or bake sale treat that can be assembled in a hurry, try these moist...
Creamy Lemon Cheesecake
My friend Gwen gave me this creamy, lip-smacking recipe, and it's been a crowd-pleaser at my house ever since. The...
Herbed Garlic Bread
I use either French or Vienna bread for this recipe. The Parmesan cheese complements the garlic nicely.
Apple-Nut Blue Cheese Tartlets
These tasty appetizers look and taste gourmet, but they're easy to make and have loads of blue cheese flavor. The...
Garlic Shrimp & Orzo Salad
I enjoy cold pasta salads and rice salads, so I decided to make one with orzo, a rice-shaped pasta. Feel...
Salmon with Polenta
"My husband was of Italian-Swiss descent, and one of his favorite dishes was salmon or bass with tomato sauce served...
Dilly Zucchini Casserole
Whenever I take this timesaving side-dish casserole to a potluck, I seldom bring any home, and folks often ask for...
Coconut Pecan Cookies
These golden brown cookies will remind you of German chocolate cake, with chocolate chips and coconut in the batter and...
Blond Brownies a la Mode
Ever since I tried the maple blondie at Applebee's, I've been determined to figure out the recipe. I tried several...
Pulled Molasses Taffy
Meet the Cook: French-Canadian children traditionally make this soft, chewy taffy on November 25, the feast day of St. Catherine....
Honey-Glazed Wings
My family favors chicken wings that are mildly seasoned with honey, ginger, soy sauce and chili sauce. Tasty and tender,...
Greek Stuffed Mini Potatoes
I love this recipe because you can serve it warm or cold. I usually make these stuffed potatoes ahead and...
Apricot Fruitcake
My husband didn't care for fruitcake (which I love) - till he tasted this one.
He and I have...
Vegetables Mornay
These saucy vegetables are a colorful and satisfying side dish we enjoy often. Our daughter, an 11-year-old 4-H member, earned...
Swedish Doughnuts
One day, my father got a hankering for doughnuts and asked me to make him some. I ended up trying...
Chicken Corn Fritters
I've always loved corn fritters, but they weren't satisfying as a main dish. I came up with this recipe and...
Fruit-Pecan Pork Roast
This spectacular roast was a huge hit with members of the cooking club I belong to. The sweet, tangy fruit...
Squash Custard Pie
Acorn squash has been a favorite of mine since I was little and my mother baked it with sugar and...
Gingerbread Loaf
Enjoy this old-fashioned ginger loaf recipe originally from Holland. This moist spicy bread smells delicious while it's baking...and slices are...