Cheery Cherry Loaf
You can serve this loaf year-round— but its cherries give it a pretty Christmasy look. In addition to being a...
Fresh Corn Cakes
Corn's always been the basis of my favorite recipes—in fact, these corn cakes were one of the first things I...
Summertime Tomato-Melon Salad
Looking for a savory summer salad? The combination of tomatoes, cantaloupe, avocado and greens sings with freshness and health.—Carolyn Kumpe,...
Bell Pepper Enchiladas
Peppers are probably the vegetable that gets used most frequently in my kitchen. My freezer's constantly stocked in case I...
Moroccan Empanadas
My family goes for Moroccan flavors, so I make empanada pastries using beef and apricot preserves. It's a flaky hand...
Sponge Cake with Blueberry Topping
This recipe puts the blueberries grown in our area to good use. It's a great summertime dessert.—Frances Colley, Coos Bay,...
Apricot-Almond Tea Rings
Apricots and almonds are the perfect pairing in this luscious iced ring. It’s a great breakfast treat to serve the...
Roasted Garlic Tomato Soup
Serve this creamy, rich as a meal starter or on its own with fresh-baked bread for a light lunch. It'll...
Banana-Hazelnut Pain Perdu Duet
The ultimate breakfast at our house is French toast with warm bananas and Nutella. Pass it around with confectioners' sugar,...
Sweet Potato-Crusted Chicken Nuggets
I was looking for ways to spice up traditional chicken nuggets and came up with this recipe. The chips add...
Creamed Chicken in a Basket
Chunks of tender chicken in a creamy sauce are spooned into puff pastry shells in this delicious dish, which has...
Cran-Apple Cobbler
My cranberry-packed cobbler is the crowning glory of many of our late fall and winter meals. My family isn't big...
Chocolate Souffle
This recipe has been treasured and passed down in our family for years. It came from my Aunt Clara, whose...
Orange Rhubarb Pie
This is one of my favorite ways to use our rhubarb crop. The combination of rhubarb and orange gives this...
Fiesta Egg & Potato Boats
On a whim, I stuffed eggs into potato shells as a way to use up leftover baked potatoes. It’s the...
Italian Sausage with Polenta
This turkey and broccoli mixture over polenta is quick, easy and tastes great. Nutritious and delicious, it makes a comforting...
Shrimp Potato Salad
Since Rhode Island is known as the Ocean State, I think this recipe represents my state well. Shrimp add a...
Strawberry Sundae Sauce
“My husband and kids simply love this recipe over their ice cream! It may also be used in banana splits....
Moist Turkey Breast with White Wine Gravy
I modified a favorite dish for slow cooker ease. It’s moist and tender each time and perfectly complemented by the...
Smoky Grilled Corn on the Cob
We love corn and are always looking for new ways to enjoy it. This tastes great right off the grill...
Apple-Almond Bake
When my children were young, they loved this apple dessert—and they still do 45 years later! I like it served...
Tangy Strawberry Slush
When temperatures rise, cool things down with this ice-cold fruity slush. Keep some in the freezer for when guests pop...
Grilled Figgy Pies
Delicious figs combined with maple, walnuts and creamy mascarpone make a decadent treat that's easy to enjoy at a backyard...
Mushroom Bacon Turkey Burgers
If you ask me, a good burger needs mushrooms on top, but they tend to slide around and fall off....
Red-Eye Barbecue Sauce
I made this recipe for an assignment in culinary school—my first time making barbecue sauce. I have to say, it...
Boston Subs
My mother has been making these wonderful sandwiches since she left her hometown of Boston many years ago. They're quick...
Double Peanut Pie
I created this recipe for a national pie contest and won second place for my state. Many peanuts are grown...
Wontons with Sweet-Sour Sauce
This super-simple finger food makes an awesome appetizer and is perfect for potlucks. I serve these crispy pork rolls with...
Creamy Prosciutto Pasta
I'm always looking for dinners that I can put together quickly. I re-created a favorite pasta dish from an Italian...