Spiced Plum Pie
The subtle tastes of orange and nutmeg bring out the fresh flavor of plums in this comforting pie. Be sure...
Pork Tenderloin with Pear Cream Sauce
Pork’s mild taste goes well with sweet flavors and many seasonings. Here, I’ve teamed it with both—luscious pears and a...
Pineapple Upside-Down Muffin Cakes
A friend submitted this recipe to a cookbook our school district was compiling. The first time I made the cakes,...
Scandinavian Pecan Cookies
We enjoyed these rich, buttery cookies at a bed-and-breakfast in Galena, Illinois, and the hostess was kind enough to share...
Spanish Rice with Chicken & Peas
My mom made this juicy chicken and rice for us every Wednesday. I still make it for my hubby. It...
Lemon Whirligigs with Raspberries
Golden whirligigs with a tart lemon flavor float on a ruby raspberry sauce in this delectable dessert. I love serving...
Sausage Tortellini Soup
Always searching for new and different soup recipes, I came across a similar one in an old church cookbook and...
Stuffed Iowa Chops
Here's a hearty dish for big appetites. The corn and apples make a tasty stuffing for the chops. —Judith Smith,...
Flaky Egg Bake
Phyllo dough adds a touch of elegance and layers of super flaky, buttery crispness to this company-special breakfast bake.—Crystal Bruns,...
Mushroom Beef Stew
Top this hearty stew with crumbled blue cheese just before serving to add a burst of flavor. Serve some now...
Peanut Butter & Jelly Waffles
Don't count out the grown-ups when it comes to craving these golden brown waffles flavored with peanut butter and just...
Sausage Spinach Turnovers
One Christmas, I gave these tasty meat pies to our neighbors as gifts instead of sweets—they loved them! The handheld...
Chickpea Potpies
My family loves potpies, and with this recipe, no one—not even my carnivores—misses the meat. Hungry teens and adults gobble...
Honey Pecan Pie
Looking for a sweet ending to a special meal? This attractive pecan pie is bound to please with its traditional...
Caramel Apple Dessert Pizza
I made a favorite recipe lighter by making my own cookie crust. I used less fat and sugar, and part...
Salmon Mousse Cups
I make these tempting little tarts frequently for parties. They disappear at an astonishing speed, so I usually double or...
Marshmallow-Filled Banana Cupcakes
A friend gave me this recipe when I first moved into my neighborhood 40 years ago. It might seem more...
Fruit-Filled Spritz Cookies
From the first time I baked these cookies, they've been a big success. Old-fashioned and attractive, they make a perfect...
Mixed Nut ‘n’ Fig Pie
A hint of orange flavor compliments the figs in this festive dessert. It's a lovely pie for Thanksgiving, Christmas or...
Greek Honey Nut Pie
I love Greek pastry, so I thought, "Why not use phyllo, honey and nuts to make a pie? Then you...
Onion Tart
Onion lovers are sure to be asking for second helpings of this appetizing tart—it uses two kinds of onions! Parmesan...
Dark Chocolate Carrot Cake
Carrot cake has a dark side—and it’s divine! Cream cheese and shredded carrots in the batter keep the cake moist,...
Shamrock Stew
You don't have to be Irish to enjoy this savory stew. Homemade dumplings make it extra special.
Savory Cauliflower Pie
Meet the Cook: If you're looking for a meatless main dish or a hearty side to take to a church...
Winning Crab Bisque
I decided to try my hand at making a light seafood soup after tasting one while dining out. I came...
Bacon Breakfast Cups
My son joked about adding bacon to cupcakes. I made bacon cups the next morning. The look on his face...
Mission Baked Beans
These beans are wonderful with tortillas or cornbread, and I'll often serve them with a salad for a main meal....
Chocolate Orange Cupcakes
Chocolate and orange are perfect together in these fudgy morsels. To give them a moist brownie-like texture, I add mayonnaise....
Rhubarb Cheesecake Dessert
After moving to our current home 15 years ago, we were thrilled to discover a huge rhubarb patch. Since I...