Roasted Sweet Potato Salad with Honey-Maple Vinaigrette
This salad makes a beautiful presentation for the holidays with the bright colors of the sweet potatoes, cranberries and spinach....
Salted Cashew & Caramel Chews
Nothing says "welcome home" like warm, gooey, chewy cookies right out of the oven with a cold glass of milk—mmm,...
Roasted Butternut Squash Panzanella
Squash was a hard sell with my family until I paired it with pumpkin seeds, cranberries and horseradish. Now they...
Ginger Pork Lettuce Wraps
When I make Asian-spiced lettuce wraps with lean ground pork, I remind my family they’re meant to be an appetizer—but...
Mini Mac & Cheese Bites
Young relatives were coming for a Christmas party, so I wanted something fun for them to eat. To my surprise,...
Crustless Swiss Quiche
I received this recipe from my mother-in-law, an all-around great cook. Everyone raves about her rich quiche when she serves...
Cinnamon Candy Popcorn
This crisp bright-colored snack is more festive than traditional caramel corn. My family just loves it! Set out in pretty...
Christmas Stollen
I like to make and share this festive delight with family and friends. The candied fruit and nuts add holiday...
Chocolate Chip Brownies
People love these rich chocolate chip brownies so much that I never take them anywhere without bringing along several copies...
Chicken Tetrazzini
My husband is not a casserole lover, but this creamy, cheesy chicken tetrazzini is one of his favorites! Nutmeg gives...
Skillet Chicken Fajitas
Fresh flavor with a flair describes this quick and easy recipe. Fajitas are just right for hot summer evenings when...
Cheesy Chicken Chowder
I like to serve this hearty chowder as a meal with garlic bread and a salad. It's a wonderful dish...
Cheese-Stuffed Shells
When I was living in California, I tasted this rich cheesy pasta dish at a neighborhood Italian restaurant. I got...
Cashew Chicken
We love eating ethnic foods, especially Asian dishes. This chicken stir-fry is my family's favorite! The cashews add crunch and...
Cajun Potato Salad
I have been making this mouthwatering potato salad for about 10 years. My family likes spicy foods, and thanks to...
Hearty Red Beans and Rice
I take this dish to many potlucks and never fail to bring home an empty pot. I learned about the...
Chicken and Black Bean Salad
Here in California, we cook out year-round. I grill extra chicken specifically for this quick meal. It's so colorful and...
Pinto Bean Dip
Whenever there's a gathering, friends tell me, "Be sure to bring your bean dip!" With several delightful layers, this is...
Vegetable Chili
This chili, packed with beans and vegetables, has an appealing red color and fabulous flavor. I always make a large...
Chicken Provencal
When I serve this chicken Provencal at a dinner party, people always comment on the tender chicken and flavorfully seasoned...
Prize-Winning Apple Pie
I've baked many apple pies in the last 40 years. But when I entered this apple pie at the 1987...
Southwestern Savory Muffins
When I was first married, I found a muffin recipe that called for bacon. I modified it through the years...
Louisiana Gumbo
Gumbo is a stew-like dish made with meat or seafood, tomatoes, sweet bell peppers and okra. You can serve it...
Bavarian Beef Dinner
I've had this recipe for quite a number of years. I won second place with it in a cooking contest...
Orange Date Bread
I loved visiting my aunt—she was an excellent baker, and her kitchen always smelled great. With her inspiration, I now...
Orange Biscuits
These biscuits are a special treat with a ham dinner, but they're also delicious just by themselves. They're often requested...
Nutty Oven-Fried Chicken
The pecans that give this dish its unique nutty flavor are plentiful in the South, and so is chicken. I...
Muenster Bread
Many years ago my sister and I won blue ribbons in 4-H with this bread. The recipe makes a beautiful...
Morning Mix-Up
This filling dish is super to serve for breakfast or supper. It's one of my family's favorites-even our 2-year-old daughter,...