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    Cranberry Walnut Slaw

    2 reviews

    I make this every year for the holidays. It's a healthy alternative to traditional coleslaw made with mayo. For a...


    Orange Sweet Potato Pie with Ginger Streusel

    1 review

    Flecks of orange zest add a pleasant texture and zip to this classic sweet potato pie. Cook and mash the...


    Maple-Bacon Doughnut Bites

    3 reviews

    While these delicious bite-size treats are ready in minutes, they’ll disappear in a flash. And don’t relegate the deep-fried goodness...


    Meat Loaf Potato Surprise

    3 reviews

    Meet the Cook: Although I'm retired after years teaching school, my days continue to be full. So easy dishes like...


    Spinach Slaw

    2 reviews

    Served with rolls or homemade bread, this slaw's hearty enough to be a main course, it's also a great side...


    Crunchy Sweet Potato Pie

    5 reviews

    I first tried this delicious pie at a church potluck dinner and was immediately hooked. I've spent many years perfecting...


    Favorite Meat Loaf Cups

    13 reviews

    My family enjoys meat loaf, but sometimes I can't spare the hour or more it takes to bake in the...


    Chicken Cheese Lasagna

    15 reviews

    This creamy pasta dish gives an old favorite a new twist! Three cheeses and chicken blended with the fresh taste...

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    German Chocolate Cake

    87 reviews

    This German chocolate cake is my husband’s favorite! Each bite has crunch from the pecans, and sweetness from coconut and...


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    Triple-Chocolate Peppermint Cookies

    29 reviews

    Santa is sure to stop by your house if you leave these minty triple-chocolate peppermint cookies waiting for him. They're...


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    Creamy Ham ‘n’ Macaroni

    37 reviews

    The original comfort food, macaroni and cheese gets a makeover with the addition of cubed ham and grated Parmesan. Kids...


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    Baked Ham Tetrazzini

    7 reviews

    Rich, creamy pasta and cubed ham blend perfectly in this hearty meal for two. It's a great way to use...


    Patio Pintos

    4 reviews

    Any time Mom had the gang over for dinner, she made these pinto beans. Once she made a batch for...


    Grandma’s Cornbread Dressing

    8 reviews

    Growing up, we didn’t have turkey. We had chicken, chopped and baked in my grandmother’s dressing. Now we leave out...


    Chicken Creole

    12 reviews

    I like food that has a little zip to it, and this Creole chicken recipe hits the spot every time....


    Raspberry Peach Jam

    20 reviews

    When my jam won a first-place pink ribbon at our local county fair, I was overjoyed but it's not the...


    Apple Roly-Poly

    7 reviews

    My grandmother’s apple dessert is genuine regional fare. With 13 children plus the men at Grandpa’s sawmill, she had to...

    Neapolitan Cheesecake

    8 reviews

    This rich, creamy cheesecake is a crowd-pleasing standout. It has won first-place ribbons at numerous fairs and is my family’s...


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    Contest-Winning Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread

    80 reviews

    A touch of cinnamon helps blend the flavors in this tender pumpkin chocolate chip bread. And since the recipe makes...


    Contest-Winning Peach Cobbler

    25 reviews

    Canned peaches make this cobbler quick to assemble. The tender topping pairs nicely with the sweet fruit filling and butterscotch...


    Perfect Peppermint Patties

    38 reviews

    I make lots of different candy at Christmas to give as gifts. It can be time-consuming, but it’s worth it...


    Frozen Mocha Marbled Loaf

    15 reviews

    This showstopping marbled dessert seems fancy, but it's really simple to prepare ahead of time and pop in the freezer....


    Potluck Cordon Bleu Casserole

    9 reviews

    People usually ask me to bring this tempting casserole whenever I'm invited to attend a potluck. The turkey, ham and...

    Ham and Vegetable Linguine

    5 reviews

    I've been pleasing dinner guests with this delicious pasta dish that was based on one I found in a favorite...


    Sausage Potato Soup

    43 reviews

    I rely on this thick, chunky Sausage Potato Soup on busy weeknights when I'm too tired to spend a lot...


    Mini Mediterranean Pizza

    5 reviews

    I was on a mini pizza kick and had already served up Mexican and Italian variations, so I opted for...


    Fig & Almond Cookies

    2 reviews

    In our family, holiday cookies—like these nutty fig ones—are a big deal. I'm so proud to be passing on this...


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    Candied Sweet Potatoes

    4 reviews

    My town is known as "the yam capital of the United States." These candied sweet potatoes go well with baked...


    Cranberry Celebration Cheesecake

    5 reviews

    This pretty cheesecake is a cranberry and dessert lover's dream. Cool and creamy, it's just right for the holidays—or any...