Black Bean Soup with Fruit Salsa
Flavorful and filling, Michaela Rosenthal's hearty soup is laced with a hint of lime and has a zesty Southwest flair....
Fudgy Mint Squares
I've had this recipe since I was in junior high school. No one can resist the fudgy brownie base, cool...
Fisherman’s Crispy Coating
My father, Garfield Freih, is an avid fisherman and frequently acts as the chef on fishing trips he takes with...
Mousse Tarts
Rich white chocolate and whipped cream combine in these fast-to-fix berry-topped treats. Although the tarts originally called for dark chocolate,...
Apple Cider Pulled Pork
For potlucks and tailgates, we slow-cook pork with cider, onions and spices. These tangy sliders make a winning barbecue plate...
Pancetta, Pear & Pecan Puffs
I was recently at a wedding reception where the menu was all small bites. Here’s my rendition of the pear...
Ham and Cheese Calzones
This sort of inside-out pizza is something I concocted one evening when I had leftover baked ham and needed to...
Warm Bacon Endive Dressing
My husband loves his mom's endive dressing, so I asked her to share the recipe with me. When I make...
Pecan-Pear Green Salad
This lovely salad adds a special touch to any meal. The juicy pear slices, toasted pecans and mixed greens are...
Asian Beef and Cauliflower Stew
Next to hamburger, round steak is probably the most frequent dinner "guest" at our place! I'm always experimenting with recipes,...
Goat Cheese & Ham Omelet
As a busy working mom, my breakfast needs to require minimal prep. I often combine the egg mixture beforehand and...
Creamy Roasted Garlic & Spinach Orzo
This side dish brings instant comfort. I first made it without spinach so my husband and daughter would like it....
Spiced Carrots & Butternut Squash
When I've got a lot going on, my slow cooker is my go-to tool for cooking veggies. The sweetness of...
Banana Blueberry Oatmeal Bake
When my brother, sister and I were young, Mom would bake this cinnamon-scented oatmeal before driving us to school. Whenever...
Hazelnut Shortbread
We have several acres of hazelnut trees here in the Willamette Valley, where the climate is perfect for this crop....
Double Corn Dressing
I have served this delicious dressing, made with a dry stuffing mix, over the years to family and friends, and...
Beef and Potato Boats
Meet the Cook: Back when I was teaching elementary school (I'm now a busy stay-at-home mom to our two youngsters,...
Pickled Baby Carrots
With mild herb flavor and crunchy texture, these baby carrots make a delightful addition to an appetizer tray or a...
Banana Sundae Sauce
Try this luscious banana sundae topping at your next ice-cream social. I guarantee you'll be asked to bring it again....
Pickled Carrots
The trick to pickled carrots is cooking them just long enough to retain a harvest-fresh "snap." These tangy treats are...
Mediterranean Chicken in Creamy Herb Sauce
Just because it's a weeknight does not mean that you can't have a delightful dinner. The aroma of the fresh...
Spiced Raisin Bread
I have two bread machines, and one is often busy baking this soft chewy loaf. The bread's nutmeg, cloves and...
Cowboy Candy (Candied Jalapenos)
If you love spicy food like we do, then these tasty candied jalapenos—also known as cowboy candy—are for you! You...
Mandarin Orange Chicken Salad
My sister-in-law introduced me to this colorful mandarin chicken salad with a delicious homemade dressing. I reduced the oil and...
Spicy Hash Brown Waffles with Fried Eggs
Refrigerated hash brown potatoes will help you make quick work of these crunchy waffles. Put out lots of toppings so...
Beef Paprikash with Fire-Roasted Tomatoes
Beef paprikash, a Hungarian dish, makes a marvelous Sunday dinner. We prefer it with kluski egg noodles, or try mashed...
English Toffee Bars
Meet the Cook: My mother and I get together every year around Christmastime to make this delicious chocolate-coated toffee, using...
Black Bean Soup for Two
I cooked for two people for the first 7 years of my marriage. Today, I'm a stay-at-home mom with a...
Tender Beef and Noodles
Because I often work outside with my husband on our cattle ranch, I appreciate convenient recipes like this. The main...