Cinnamon-Sugar Rhubarb Cake
A real crowd-pleaser, this tender snack-like cake is chock-full of rhubarb and sprinkled with a sweet cinnamon-sugar topping. Everyone will...
Spinach Parmesan Linguine
If you're looking for a taste change from plain buttered noodles, serve this pleasing pasta toss as a streamlined side...
Almond Macaroons
These almond macaroons have a wonderful texture, chewy inside and crisp outside. The milk chocolate drizzle dresses them up—everyone loves...
Finnish Bread
This recipe was brought over from Finland by pioneers who settled the area. We make this bread for a local...
Szechuan Pork and Broccoli
I devised this recipe years ago to use up some leftover pork. Nowadays, we don't wait for leftovers! The spicy...
Blintz Pancakes
Blending sour cream and cottage cheese, ingredients traditionally associated with blintzes, into the batter of these pancakes gives them old-fashioned...
Bistro Breakfast Panini
I tried an omelet that contained brie, bacon and apples and thought it would be tasty as a breakfast panini—so...
Chocolate Pecan Caramels
I haven't missed a year making this candy for the holidays since a friend gave me the recipe in 1964!...
Lime Chicken Chili
Lime juice gives this chili a zesty twist, while canned tomatoes and beans make preparation a snap. Try serving bowls...
Tilapia with Corn Salsa
My family loves fish, and this quick and tasty dish is very popular at my house. Though it tastes like...
Bavarian Beef Dinner
I've had this recipe for quite a number of years. I won second place with it in a cooking contest...
Raspberry Greek Salad
“An interesting combination of sweet and salty flavors gives this Greek salad a delicious twist. And the tart chewiness of...
Pork Chops Creole
A sure way to perk up pork chops is with this herbed creole sauce. You can adjust the range of...
Roast Pork with Apple Topping
I enjoy cooking and am constantly on the lookout for new recipes to try. I feel very fortunate when I...
Soba Noodles with Ginger-Sesame Dressing
We love it when opposites attract. A sweet-and-sour gingery dressing goes hand in hand with soft soba noodles, edamame and...
Pistachio Cardamom Cheesecake
Cardamom has a sweet and warm taste that makes you think of clove, allspice and pepper all wrapped in one...
Tropical Chicken Salad
Over the years my husband and I have moved to different areas, and I've collected recipes from all over the...
Overnight French Toast
Meet the Cook: Youngsters who won't eat eggs cooked the traditional ways "go crazy" for this breakfast dish. I should...
Almond Peach Muffins
Meet the Cook: If you're looking for a good "brown bag treat", try these. I also make them for breakfast...
Spiced Rhubarb Sauce
Served here with pork chops, this unique sauce adds bold flavor to just about any cut of pork. The savory-sweet,...
Maple Sticky Buns
My family has a small sugaring operation in our backyard. This recipe makes good use of the maple syrup we...
Heavenly Surprise Cupcakes
The recipe for these filled and frosted cupcakes was handed down by my mother-in-law, who taught this fledgling cook what...
Tomato Zucchini Stew
Meet the Cook: This recipe's "famous" with my friends and the younger friends of my grown daughter and granddaughter. I...
Wild Rice Pancakes
This recipe is a traditional favorite in Minnesota, where wild rice is widely harvested. These fritter-like pancakes are great for...
Pork Chops with Cranberries
This meal is a proven winner to fix. I never have leftovers. I farm with my dad and brother, but...
Chinese Chard with Almonds
The chard in my garden inspires all kinds of recipes. This one makes an amazing side dish, especially in spring....
Spicy Jalapeno Bread
This bread is a big hit at our house and at potluck gatherings. Its unusual texture makes it a conversation...
Honey Pecan Cheesecake
Birthdays and holidays are great times for cheesecake, and Christmas is ideal for this particular one. In our annual church...
Apple Kolaches
A fellow home cook shared this recipe for a sweet, fruit-filled pastry. My son, who isn’t a dessert fan, was...