Treasure Chest Birthday Cake
Swashbucklers of all ages were eager to seize a chocolaty piece of this birthday cake, although some guests thought it...
Flavorful Southwestern Chili
“This filling, hearty recipe comes from my grandmother,” writes Jenny Greear from Huntington, West Virginia. “It’s full of flavor, freezes...
Makeover Chicken Enchiladas
Mexican food is often loaded with fat and calories. We were able to take this recipe and make it over...
Chocolate Nut Cookies
Folks are quick to grab one of these cookies when they see they're chocolate. Once they discover the nuts and...
Peanut Butter Chocolate Bars
These chewy bars are the perfect no-fuss contribution to a potluck or bake sale. I’ve discovered the trick is to...
Butter Pecan Icebox Cookies
My grandmother used to bake very similar cookies. As a little girl, I always loved their butterscotch flavor and was...
Orange Pork Chops
I'm constantly on the lookout for ways to "spice up" a standard dish. When I fixed these pork chops for...
Chocolate-Pecan Hedgehog Cookies
Unlike the real woodland creatures, these chocolate-coated hedgehogs dwell on snack plates and cookie trays. The little guys are fun...
Tuna Cakes with Mustard Mayo
These patties take the cake! Canned tuna is the surprise ingredient in these veggie-packed rounds. If you'd like, add more...
Layered Mint Candies
These incredible melt-in-your-mouth candies have the perfect amount of mint nestled between layers of mild chocolate. Even when I make...
Chocolate Mascarpone Truffles
These luscious, satiny truffles are so versatile...omit the pistachos and try all three variations listed below. —Diane Fuqua, Baltimore, Maryland...
Shrimp & Broccoli Brown Rice Paella
Years ago my husband and I were vacationing in France and came across an open market where a man from...
Sausage & Cannellini Bean Soup
Here's my reproduction of a dish from a famous Chicago eatery. We think it rivals the original. I usually cook...
Sesame Pulled Pork Sandwiches
I wanted to build a better pork sandwich, and this Asian-style filling was a huge hit with my husband and...
Merry Grinchmas Cookies
Baking cookies around the holidays is a big deal in our house. Some are a must every year and we...
Contest-Winning Hazelnut Toffee
This is one of my most-asked-for recipes. It's sweet and buttery with plenty of crunch. You could use dark, milk...
Turkey Curry with Rice
When I have leftover turkey and a hankering for non-holiday food, I make turkey curry with carrots, cauliflower and mango...
Inside-Out Cabbage Rolls
Here's a hearty, one-dish meal that's lower in fat but very filling. The cabbage, ground beef and brown rice give...
Tilapia Wraps
“This savory recipe takes just minutes. If it's cheaper, I'll sometimes thaw out frozen tiliapia fillets in the fridge overnight...
Flavorful Taco Soup
You’ll get a kick out of this hearty, Southwest-inspired soup from Sandi Lee of Houston, Texas. Feel free to dunk...
Slow Cooker Vegetable Bean Soup
Kitchen staples and canned goods help me get this heartwarming soup on the table with very little preparation. Feel free...
Simple Spanish Rice
Emily Hockett, of Federal Way, Washington says, “I prefer this side dish to traditional recipes because it’s vegetarian and lower...
Bean & Pineapple Soft Tacos
The sweet and spicy filling in these delicious soft tacos is a refreshing change from basic ground beef or chicken....
Spicy Chicken Chili
My recipe was inspired by me being on a low-calorie, low-fat, high fiber diet. I entered it in a chili...
Grilled Chicken Salad
Robust Italian Sausage & Pasta
Sit back and let the slow cooker do the hard work with this savory main dish. Since you don't cook...
Homemade Chocolate Shortbread
This recipe has been in my files for a long time...probably from when I first learned to bake. Any chocolate...
White Chocolate Truffles
I use this white chocolate truffle recipe to make homemade holiday gifts. The candies are so easy to make and...
Hot Kielbasa Dip
My husband and I are retired, and I like to look for simple, speedy ways to cook. This thick cheesy...