Orange Biscuits
These biscuits are a special treat with a ham dinner, but they're also delicious just by themselves. They're often requested...
Pesto Meat loaf
This is one of my favorite meat loaf recipes. The salsa gives it just the right amount of tang, and...
Cookie Swirl Cobbler
An extra-rich chocolate chip cookie dough and crescent roll topping provide a tasty twist on a classic cherry cobbler. Serve...
Chorizo & Chipotle Stuffed Cabbage Cups
Our family and friends enjoy Polish recipes, and my hubby loves Mexican, too. I created delicious cabbage rolls that highlight...
Empanada Beef Chili
While I lived in Mexico in the 1960s, a friend's mother gave me her grandmother's empanada recipe. I've made it...
White Bean Arugula Salad
My red, white and green salad is inspired by the Italian flag. Top it with shaved Parmesan. —Malia Estes, Allston,...
Tangy Pork Chops
When my husband and I had our first child, we found this recipe so convenient. I could start it during...
Contest-Winning Bavarian Meatball Hoagies
When my husband is not manning the grill, I count on my slow cooker. These meatballs are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser...
Green Beans Provencale
Garlic, tomatoes and olive oil are wonderful ingredients often found in Southern French cooking. In this dish, they complement the...
Raspberry Crumble Coffee Cake
Don't be "intimidated" by the recipe directions for this coffee cake—it really isn't difficult to make. Try it sometime as...
Green Chile Creamed Corn
When hosting big meals, I would sometimes run out of burners. Then I realized my slow cooker could help by...
Acorn Squash Feta Casserole
I get loads of compliments on this out-of-the-ordinary casserole whenever I serve it. The recipe marries squash and feta cheese...
Appalachian Cornbread
On this westernmost ridge of the Appalachians, we get abundant rain and sunshine, which allows our children to grow a...
Chocolate Espresso-Nut Torte
I love chocolate and nuts, and they come together deliciously in this torte. Serve it with sweetened whipped cream or...
Sweet ‘n’ Spicy Chicken
My husband and children love this tender chicken with its spicy sauce. Peach preserves add just a touch of sweetness,...
Mushroom Marsala with Barley
This vegetarian recipe is a tasty mashup of chicken Marsala and mushroom barley soup. It's terrific as a main dish,...
Contest-Winning Potato Pan Rolls
Beautiful color and a light-as-a-feather texture make these rolls our family's favorite for holiday meals. I won the reserve champion...
Autumn Vegetable Mash
I stop mashing before the veggies get too smooth because I like a chunky texture. But go ahead and keep...
Au Gratin Garlic Potatoes
Cream cheese and a can of cheese soup turn ordinary sliced potatoes into a rich side dish that's perfect accompaniment...
Crab Toast
If you prefer casual dining in the summer, try this scrumptious entree that’s crunchy, creamy and delightfully rich. Or serve...
Strawberries ‘n’ Cream Bread
Once strawberry-picking time arrives here each summer, my husband and I look forward to this bread. Since only fresh strawberries...
Lemon-Berry Shortcake
This simple lemon shortcake is tender and not overly sweet. Enjoy this summertime classic with a generous layer of whipped...
Almond-Crusted Chops with Cider Sauce
I use finely ground almonds to give pork chops a crunchy crust. The cider sauce makes them tangy, creamy and...
Spicy Sausage Fettuccine
I once accidentally bought hot Italian sausage, but still wanted to find a way to use it. I tossed it...
Walnut Balls
Most of my family members don't eat meat, so I've made these appetizers for special occasions ever since a friend...
Chocolate Pecan Brownies
These brownies have been in my recipe collection since I was 9 years old. I've added to and altered the...
Orange Cream Cheesecake
I love serving this impressive-looking cheesecake with its pretty layers and silky-smooth texture. The combination of orange gelatin, cream cheese...
Mandarin Couscous Salad
I help teach a healthy lifestyles program and often share this recipe. Instead of mandarin oranges you can add fresh...
Strawberry Yogurt Smoothies with Banana
Frozen berries and fruit keep these frosty smoothies extra thick. Best of all, the recipe is a great way to...