Confetti Cornbread
My grandmother Virginia always served Southwest cornbread. To honor her, I created a recipe that cuts down on the chopping...
Slow Cooker Red Beans & Sausage
Being from Louisiana, my go-to comfort food is red beans and rice. The Crock-Pot makes it so easy and the...
Black Bean & Chicken Enchilada Lasagna
Twice a month I make chicken enchiladas, lasagna-style. It’s a regular with us because assembly is easy and my whole...
Lavender Peach Gelato
This sophisticated herbal gelato can be served as an appetizer, a palate-pleaser between courses or a sweet, elegant dessert that...
Swedish Meatballs
Mom fixed this Swedish meatball recipe for all sorts of family dinners, potluck suppers and PTA meetings. The scent of...
Snickerdoodle Blondie Bars
When asked to bring a dessert for my boys' football team to share, I whipped up these unique blondies and...
Orange Dream Mini Cupcakes
The bright taste of these cute cupcakes reminds me and my friends of orange-and-vanilla frozen treats. —Jen Shepherd, St. Peters,...
Quick Savory Cheese Soup
This delicious soup recipe was shared by a friend and instantly became a hit with my husband. Its big cheese...
Frozen Cranberry Banana Salad
A luscious combination of sweet and tangy, crunchy and creamy, this pretty salad makes a great side dish or dessert....
Contest-Winning Easy Minestrone
This minestrone soup recipe is special to me because it’s one of the few dinners my entire family loves. And...
Ham and Shrimp Jambalaya
This delightfully different jambalaya is lighter than many of the traditional sausage varieties. Plus, it's a great way to use...
Southern Barbecue Spaghetti Sauce
I revamped our favorite sloppy joe recipe into this thick spaghetti sauce that simmers in the slow cooker. The flavor...
Farmhouse Pork and Apple Pie
I've always loved pork and apples together, and this recipe combines them nicely to create a comforting main dish. It...
Marshmallow Grasshopper Pie
After a hearty meal, this refreshing pie hits the spot. I always make this festive treat whenever my son comes...
Barbecued Shrimp & Peach Kabobs
Shrimp grilled with peaches and green onions really sets off fireworks! The spicy seasonings even helped me win a ribbon...
Chocolate Hazelnut Soy Pops
I love Nutella, and I'm always looking for ways to use it. These pops are a great way to stay...
Apple Praline Pie
You can make this pie without the nuts if you prefer, and it is still very delicious. It's great with...
Grilled Raspberry Chicken
Raspberry vinaigrette and raspberry jam lend a lovely fruit flavor to this moist chicken dish I created. Because the recipe...
Must-Have Tiramisu
This is the perfect guilt-free version of a classic dessert. My friends even say that they prefer my lighter recipe...
Watermelon Feta Flag Salad
Our family celebrates the Fourth of July with a watermelon salad that resembles the flag. Here’s an all-American centerpiece that’s...
Caramel Crunch
Our whole family has a sweet tooth, so this caramel-drizzled mix of popcorn, almonds and cereal goes quickly. My "off-limits"...
Ultimate Chocolate Chunk Pecan Pie
Our family hosts an annual barn party for our close friends, complete with a pie cook-off. A few years ago,...
Hazelnut Brownies
I created these deep chocolate brownies by combining several recipes. After they cooled, I divided them up and put them...
Spicy Pork Chili
This zippy chili is a pleasant change from the traditional beef chili recipes I've tried. It tastes so good served...
Albacore Tuna Salad
As far as albacore tuna recipes go, this one's my favorite! Sweet apples, golden raisins, celery, nuts, tuna and a...
Summertime Chicken Tacos
Try these tempting tacos when you're looking for a change of pace from regular tacos. A mild zing from the...
Orange Walnut Chicken
For an impressive main dish that's not tricky to prepare, try this mouthwatering chicken. With orange juice concentrate, orange juice,...
Grilled Pineapple Pork Chops
This is my favorite way to grill pork chops. The meat turns out so moist and tender when it's fixed...
Best Rosemary Chicken
This is a terrific recipe for anyone who cooks for one or two people. Plus, it can easily be doubled...