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    Maple Mousse

    3 reviews

    I love to make this dessert with maple syrup produced in our area. For a change from heavier cakes and...


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    Chocolate Banana Bundles

    11 reviews

    Banana with chocolate is such an irresistible combo that I make this quick dessert often. You can also top these...


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    Cookie Crust Deep-Dish Apple Pie

    4 reviews

    One of my favorite make-and-take desserts, this deep-dish pie is based on an old Hungarian recipe that's popular in this...


    Caribbean Chicken Stir-Fry

    3 reviews

    Fruit cocktail in stir-fry? You might be surprised by how good this dish is. It's a promising go-to option when...


    Blueberry Cream Muffins

    55 reviews

    When most people think of Maine, they immediately think of lobster. But we who live here know of something equally...


    Tex-Mex Sloppy Joes

    24 reviews

    Sloppy joes are a favorite of adults and kids. I deviated from the traditional recipe by adding a little Southwestern...


    Beef Broccoli Stir-Fry

    44 reviews

    My family often requests this tasty beef and broccoli stir fry. It's great because it combines tender beef and nutritious...


    Curried Chicken Salad Sandwiches

    19 reviews

    This chicken salad sandwich recipe is perfect to serve when you want to “show off” a little. It features an...

    Key Lime Mousse Cups

    28 reviews

    Light, lovely and laced with a splash of tart key lime juice, these fancy little phyllo cups are so refreshing...


    Blue Plate Beef Patties

    27 reviews

    A friend and I discovered this recipe together and both consider it a staple menu item. I fix the moist...


    Slow-Cooker Beef with Red Sauce

    11 reviews

    A homemade rub spices up this tender beef; vinegar and gingersnaps add depth to the sauce. You can substitute graham...


    Contest-Winning Rhubarb Pudding

    4 reviews

    My mother gave me the recipe for this old-fashioned pudding. It's a great way to use up day-old bread. Nothing...


    Fresh Corn and Tomato Fettuccine

    33 reviews

    This recipe combines delicious whole wheat pasta with fresh garden produce. It's tossed with heart-healthy olive oil, and a sprinkling...


    Pizza Quesadillas

    11 reviews

    When my husband and I needed a quick meal, I fixed this recipe using leftover ingredients. Unlike traditional Mexican quesadillas,...


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    BLT Egg Bake

    23 reviews

    BLTs are a favorite at my house, so I created this recipe to combine those flavors into a warm, cozy...


    Macaroon Cherry Pie

    8 reviews

    I use homegrown cherries in this bountiful pie with its unique crunchy coconut topping. But I've found that purchased tart...


    Shrimp Patty Sandwiches

    2 reviews

    Quite often when we eat at a restaurant, my husband will try something and tell me that I could make...

    Peach Tartlets

    2 reviews

    Tarts are special treats that show off summer fruits so sweetly. The pastry is rich, tender and crunchy, almost like...


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    Fruit Tart

    28 reviews

    It's well worth the effort to whip up this creamy fruit tart bursting with juicy berries. A friend gave me...


    North African Chicken and Rice

    11 reviews

    I'm always looking to try recipes from different cultures, and this one is a huge favorite. We love the spice...


    Fried Chicken and Pulled Pork Cornbread Poppers

    1 review

    These fun little apps are an instant conversation starter wherever they're served. We love them on game day, but they'd...


    Golden Honey Pan Rolls

    47 reviews

    A cousin in North Carolina gave me the recipe for these delicious honey-glazed rolls. Using my bread machine to make...


    Winning Cranberry Chip Cookies

    14 reviews

    Chock-full of cranberries, chocolate chips and nuts, these cookies are fun to eat. They offer a change of pace from...

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    Fajita-Style Shrimp and Grits

    5 reviews

    I combined two of my favorite dishes—fajitas and shrimp with cheesy grits—into this spicy one-dish meal. For more heat, use...


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    Beefy Taco Dip

    21 reviews

    This taco dip is actually a combination of several different recipes I received from friends. I just experimented until I...


    Contest-Winning Glazed Carrot Coins

    24 reviews

    These glossy carrots, flavored with orange juice, cinnamon and ginger, are pretty enough for a special meal. To save time,...


    Sausage Spinach Bake

    20 reviews

    A friend gave me the recipe for this delicious dish, which uses a packaged stuffing mix. A salad and bread...


    Rosemary Orange Bread

    4 reviews

    Meet the Cook: Of all the herbs, rosemary is my favorite. This bread goes great with a roast, chicken or...


    Hearty Shrimp Risotto

    10 reviews

    Super creamy and packed with shrimp, this impressive Italian meal maker is special enough to serve company. Laced with the...