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    Appalachian Cornbread

    16 reviews

    On this westernmost ridge of the Appalachians, we get abundant rain and sunshine, which allows our children to grow a...


    Chocolate Espresso-Nut Torte

    3 reviews

    I love chocolate and nuts, and they come together deliciously in this torte. Serve it with sweetened whipped cream or...


    Sweet ‘n’ Spicy Chicken

    58 reviews

    My husband and children love this tender chicken with its spicy sauce. Peach preserves add just a touch of sweetness,...


    Mushroom Marsala with Barley

    1 review

    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

    8 reviews

    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

    1 review

    I stop mashing before the veggies get too smooth because I like a chunky texture. But go ahead and keep...


    Au Gratin Garlic Potatoes

    6 reviews

    Cream cheese and a can of cheese soup turn ordinary sliced potatoes into a rich side dish that's perfect accompaniment...


    Crab Toast

    3 reviews

    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

    19 reviews

    Once strawberry-picking time arrives here each summer, my husband and I look forward to this bread. Since only fresh strawberries...


    Lemon-Berry Shortcake

    19 reviews

    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

    7 reviews

    I use finely ground almonds to give pork chops a crunchy crust. The cider sauce makes them tangy, creamy and...


    Spicy Sausage Fettuccine

    4 reviews

    I once accidentally bought hot Italian sausage, but still wanted to find a way to use it. I tossed it...


    Walnut Balls

    8 reviews

    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

    17 reviews

    These brownies have been in my recipe collection since I was 9 years old. I've added to and altered the...


    Orange Cream Cheesecake

    12 reviews

    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

    6 reviews

    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

    4 reviews

    Frozen berries and fruit keep these frosty smoothies extra thick. Best of all, the recipe is a great way to...

    No-Bake Lime Cheesecake

    6 reviews

    Being from the Sunshine State, I love any recipe containing citrus. This one, featuring lime, is quick to mix up...


    Black-Eyed Pea Sausage Stew

    5 reviews

    I always wanted to try black-eyed peas. I happened to have smoked sausage on hand one night, so I invented...


    Chocolate Velvet Dessert

    15 reviews

    This creamy concoction is the result of several attempts to duplicate a dessert I enjoyed on vacation. It looks so...


    Berry-Cream Cookie Snaps

    6 reviews

    My mom and I made up this recipe by combining two others. These cute cookies are crispy on the outside...


    Ultimate Bacon-Maple French Toast

    6 reviews

    A savory update to baked French toast, this is an easy make-ahead dish that is excellent for brunches and showers....


    Cranberry Pear Crisp Pie

    1 review

    Filled with a bubbling combination of cranberries and pears, this crumb-topped dessert is a wonderful change of pace from traditional...

    Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

    3 reviews

    We have a cow, so homemade ice cream is a regular dessert in our household. This creamy mint chocolate chip...


    Vanilla-Butter Sugar Cookies

    37 reviews

    These butter sugar cookies are one of my favorite cookies to bake for Christmas. The dough recipe is versatile, so...


    Rhubarb Sticky Buns

    6 reviews

    Since I have seven rhubarb plants in my backyard, everything's coming up rosy about now. My husband and two teen...


    Mission Baked Beans

    3 reviews

    These beans are wonderful with tortillas or cornbread, and I'll often serve them with a salad for a main meal....


    Chocolate Orange Cupcakes

    1 review

    Chocolate and orange are perfect together in these fudgy morsels. To give them a moist brownie-like texture, I add mayonnaise....


    Rhubarb Cheesecake Dessert

    14 reviews

    After moving to our current home 15 years ago, we were thrilled to discover a huge rhubarb patch. Since I...