Cheddar-Butternut Squash Clafoutis
I came up with this savory version of the classic French dessert clafoutis and shared it for dinner with a...
Pressure-Cooker Cinnamon Applesauce
Homemade applesauce is a breeze in an electric pressure cooker. A few minutes of prep and a short cook time...
Strawberry Lemon Cupcakes
My granddaughter Sydney has acquired a love of baking. While I was visiting her in Tampa, we made these light,...
Vanilla Pear Berry Jam
This is the first jam that I came up with on my own—and I love the flavor combo!—Rachel Creech, Marion,...
Double Chocolate Espresso Pound Cake
Two of my biggest loves in life—chocolate and coffee—come together in this velvety pound cake. Grate some extra chocolate on...
15 Must-Have Pastry Tools Every Home Baker Should Own
Just as any skilled worker needs a toolkit, so does a baker. Keep your kitchen stocked and become a dough...
Mediterranean Brown Rice Salad
My family and friends all love this salad, which they refer to as the Greek salad. The recipe makes enough...
Company Shrimp-and-Crab Cakes
The addition of shrimp gives crab cakes a new flavor. Using panko instead of flour makes the prep easier, plus...
Tuscan Sun Orange Cranberry Cake
This recipe came to be through much trial and error. Growing up, my family used farina flour in desserts, and...
Jalapeno Green Beans
This simple green bean dish gets a bit of a kick from jalapeno pepper. If you don't like things too...
Chicken Parmesan Pizza
This tasty pizza is the perfect combo—quick and easy to make, and a winner with even picky eaters. It's a...
Chocolate Lover’s Pancakes
These chocolate pancakes are fluffy on the inside, with a rich but not-too-sweet flavor from the cocoa and a nice...
Mac ‘n’ Cheese Dinner
Don’t settle for ordinary mac and cheese. This version is my kids’ favorite, so I always make a huge pot....
Home Fries
When I was little, my dad and I would get up early on Sundays and make these for the family....
Apple, Butternut and Sausage Dressing
I'd heard about using squash in dressing, so I combined four things I love into one dish: apples, butternut squash,...
Apple Brandy Pecan Cake
My favorite apple cake is made with a shot of brandy and drizzled with caramel to set off the wonderful...
Roasted Asparagus Risotto
This recipe's wow factor makes it perfect for special occasions. To save time, the asparagus and prosciutto can be roasting...
French-Fry Bake
When a friend brought this to a gathering at church, I simply had to ask for the recipe—what a fast...
Mint Swirl Fudge Cake
Mint pairs with a silky, mild chocolate flavor for this colorful, beautiful cake that will be the talk of the...
Spaghetti Squash with Apples, Bacon, and Walnuts
I've always loved spaghetti squash as an alternative to pasta and enjoy it in the classic marinara style, but I...
Aberdeen Beef Pie
When set in the middle of the table, this hearty beef pie is the center of attention. With chunks of...
Smoked Salmon Pasta
This pasta originally came to be from the miscellaneous ingredients in my fridge, and depending on whom I'm cooking for,...
Honey Walnut Delights
Even after being frozen, these no-fail cookies stay moist and taste freshly baked. They are among my best holiday giveaway...
Bonnie’s Chili
This chili is incredibly easy to make, and has a surprising depth of flavor for something that comes together in...
Rutabaga Carrot Casserole
This scoopable side with its sweet, crunchy topping makes a delightful alternative to the traditional sweet potato casserole. —Joan Hallford,...
Gruyere and Crab Palmiers
I keep these little bursts of flavor in my freezer so they can be pulled out and popped into the...
Pork Loin with Strawberry-Rhubarb Chutney
I love strawberry-rhubarb pie, so I thought the same flavor combination could work as a chutney—and it does! This makes...
Cranberry Turkey Sloppy Joes
Want a seasonal spin on classic sloppy joes? This combination of turkey and cranberries is a hit with everyone! The...
Meringue-Topped Pecan Custard Pie
I only use this recipe on special occasions. It's an amazing variation on the pecan pie everyone knows—the filling is...