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    Hearty Italian Chili

    4 reviews

    Meet the Cook: Beginning when I was just 5 years old, I was my grandmother's constant helper in the kitchen....


    Contest-Winning Sunday Fried Chicken

    8 reviews

    The spicy coating for this chicken is one I've put together over the years. My recipe really got a workout...


    Spicy Bean and Beef Pie

    32 reviews

    My daughter helped me come up with this recipe when we wanted a one-dish meal that was different than a...


    Pecan Pound Cake

    5 reviews

    This pecan pound cake always turns out great. It's wonderful with a steaming cup of coffee on a chilly winter...


    Contest-Winning Pepperoni Pizza Chili

    45 reviews

    Pizza and chili together—what could be better? Fill folks up at halftime when you set out bowls of this chili....


    Cauliflower Broccoli Salad

    12 reviews

    This broccoli cauliflower salad has been to as many family gatherings as I have! It holds well and leftovers are...


    Duo Tater Bake

    21 reviews

    I made this creamy and comforting potato dish for Thanksgiving and it was a winner with my family. They said...


    Cappuccino Punch

    6 reviews

    When I tried this punch at a friend's wedding shower, I had to have the recipe. Guests will eagerly gather...

    Honey Walleye

    9 reviews

    My state is known as the Land of 10,000 Lakes, so fishing is a favorite recreational activity here. This recipe...


    Mexican Chicken Corn Chowder

    89 reviews

    I like to make this smooth, creamy soup when company comes to visit. Its zippy flavor is full of southwestern...


    Chocolate Malt Cheesecake

    2 reviews

    My mother-in-law loved chocolate malts—and cheesecakes, too. Can you guess who passed this recipe on to me? Sometimes, I...


    Soft Molasses Cookies

    4 reviews

    I've tried a lot of molasses cookies since I was a girl on the farm, and as far as I'm...


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    Rhubarb Custard Bars

    152 reviews

    Once I tried these rich, gooey bars, I just had to have the recipe so I could make them for...


    Magic Pumpkin Buckle

    19 reviews

    Meet the Cook: Probably my family's favorite pumpkin dessert, this is something I've been making since our two daughters were...


    Mississippi Mud Cake

    16 reviews

    This cake features a fudgy brownielike base topped with marshmallow creme and a nutty frosting. Serve big slices with glasses...


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    Cream Cheese Chocolate Cupcakes

    17 reviews

    Smooth cream cheese inside makes these cupcakes so rich. The classic combination of peanut butter and chocolate chips comes through...


    Contest-Winning Strawberry Pretzel Dessert

    1 review

    I love the sweet-salty flavor of this pretty, layered dessert. Sliced strawberries and gelatin top a smooth cream cheese filling...

    Grandma’s Spinach Salad

    11 reviews

    With all its fresh ingredients, this pretty spinach salad was my grandma’s favorite. Even my little ones like it (but...


    Buttery Sweet Potato Casserole

    54 reviews

    Whenever we get together as a family for major holidays, my kids, nieces and nephews literally beg me to make...


    Contest-Winning Grilled Corn Salsa

    4 reviews

    Nothing beats the flavor of grilled vegetables, and this is a super way to use your garden bounty. I grill...


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    Contest-Winning Mushroom Pot Roast

    22 reviews

    Packed with wholesome veggies and tender beef, this is one company-special entree all ages will like. Serve mashed potatoes alongside...


    Mocha-Hazelnut Glazed Angel Food Cake

    2 reviews

    I love this recipe because it combines three of my favorite flavors: coffee, hazelnuts and cherries. —Joan Pecsek, Chesapeake, Virginia


    Over-the-Rainbow Minestrone

    18 reviews

    This colorful soup is vegetarian-friendly and full of fresh flavors from a rainbow of vegetables. You can use any multicolored...

    Roast Pork Loin with Rosemary Applesauce

    4 reviews

    I made this for a family get-together on my husband's birthday. The homemade rosemary applesauce adds an extra layer of...


    Upside-Down Pear Gingerbread Cake

    8 reviews

    The aroma of baking gingerbread stirs up such warm memories. This cake looks festive and is even on the lighter...


    Potato-Bean Salad with Herb Dressing

    My veggie garden inspired this creamy combo of beans, potatoes and fresh herbs. I toss them with a ranch-style dressing...


    Buttermilk Peach Ice Cream

    1 review

    My mother's family owned peach orchards in Missouri. I currently live in Tennessee, a top consumer of buttermilk. This summery...


    Bourbon Ham Balls

    2 reviews

    Grandma Nette was the queen of ham ball recipes. I make them salty-sweet with a bourbon and vinegar kick. Serve...


    Coconut Macaroon Pie

    7 reviews

    Coconut macaroons are divine, but they can be a little messy to make. I turned the batter into a pie...