Tri-Berry Jam
My mother-in-law and I dreamed up this jam after we'd been picking blueberries one day. She wondered if blueberries, raspberries...
Italian Meatball Buns
These soft little rolls come with a pleasant surprise inside—savory Italian meatballs. The apps are wonderful dipped in marinara sauce,...
Cranberry Meatballs
Lots of people have asked me for this recipe, but I knew I had a real winner when my grandmother...
Baked Chicken and Mushrooms
I made up this dish years ago, and it still remains the family's favorite healthy baked chicken recipes. It's a...
Mexican Deviled Eggs
With two young children, my husband and I live on a beautiful lake and host lots of summer picnics and...
Creamy Chicken Potato Soup
Any time I serve this thick comforting soup, I'm asking for the recipe. Because it is loaded with chunks of...
Macadamia-Crusted Mahi Mahi
Turn mahi mahi fillets into fancy company fare with a crunchy coating of macadamia nuts and panko, then drizzle with...
French Quarter Cheese Spread
Topped with toasty pecans, this sweet-and-savory cheese ball makes a festive hostess gift for holiday parties. Says Heidi: “It’s always...
Fresh Fruit Soup
Entertaining is a big part of a military wife's life—my husband was a career Army man—so my soup got much...
Wild Rice Soup
As the oldest of eight girls growing up on the farm, I began cooking at an early age! This soup—which...
Red Pepper Soup
While I don't have scientific proof of it, Red Pepper Soup works for me as a head cold remedy! It...
Herb-Crusted Roast Beef
It's 15 years now I've been married to a man who loves beef. For a long time, though, I was...
Savory Beef Sandwiches
Before heading to work in the morning, I'll get this going in the slow cooker. Then it's all ready to...
Fried Chicken Coating Mix
Meet the Cook: My family - husband and our two sons, 11 and 8 - tell me they'd like me...
Beef Lentil Soup
You can prepare this soup as the main course in a hearty lunch or dinner. On cold winter evenings here...
Mushroom Onion Soup
Even those who don't like mushrooms like this soup! I've found it's a great first course when I have friends...
Creamy Caramels
I discovered this caramel recipe in a local newspaper years ago and have made these soft buttery caramels ever since....
German-Style Mashed Potatoes
Comforting and filling, these tangy potatoes will warm up any meal, especially one with a German flair. They’re a fitting...
Turkey Enchilada Casserole
Every time I make this for guests, I end up sharing my recipe!—Debra Martin of Belleville, Michigan
Contest-Winning Caramel Apple Crisp
When my kids and I make apple crisp, we use all sorts of apples to boost the flavor and texture....
Sharp Cheddar Scalloped Potatoes
Try as I might, I can never follow a recipe exactly. Here's what I came up with when I made...
Ham Chicken Casserole
I am retired and always looking for fast-to-fix foods to serve when my children or grandchildren stop by. Leftover chicken,...
Shoepeg Corn Casserole
This comforting side dish makes a creamy accompaniment to most any main course. Not only can you double the recipe...
Strawberry Creme Crepes
I always feel like a French chef when I serve these pretty crepes. Although they take a little time to...
Glazed Carrots and Green Beans
This simple dish is always a big hit, even with non-vegetable lovers. I’ve substituted frozen green beans for fresh, omitting...
Homemade Manicotti
These tender manicotti are much easier to stuff than the purchased variety. People are always amazed when I say I...
Mexican Chip Casserole
This satisfying casserole relies on convenient packaged ingredients to create an entree with savory Southwestern flair. There's nothing tricky about...
Vegetable Brown Rice
Loaded with carrots, onions and peas, this rice makes a terrific side dish, but it can even stand on its...
Apple Streusel Muffins
These apple streusel muffins remind us of coffee cake, and my husband and kids love them as a quick breakfast...