Witch’s Snack Hats
These treats go over well at parties, but they're guaranteed to be a hit at Halloween parties. They're well worth...
Corn Cakes with Poached Eggs
These easy corn cakes are super tender thanks to the creamed corn in the batter. Top them with poached eggs...
Tropical Quinoa Breakfast Bowl
I have been making this quinoa, coconut, pineapple and mango dish since I was in high school. To make it...
Spiced Peaches
This is a super summer dessert because peaches are plentiful. The sweet chilled fruit topped with sour cream and brown...
Sausage Chicken Jambalaya
For anyone who enjoys entertaining, this jambalaya is the perfect one-pot meal to feed a crowd. It’s comforting, spicy and...
Quick Clam Chowder
Not only is this soup a quick fix, but it's oh-so-tasty. Dressing up canned soups allows you to enjoy the...
Cheddar Corn Chowder
My children absolutely love this rich, zippy soup. They have just one complaint - it seems I never make a...
Mexican Rice Salad
Ruth Bianchi from Apple Valley, Minnesota notes, “The recipe for this delicious, colorful salad has been in my family for...
Watermelon Vodka Sorbet
This icy granita is a cooling delight on a hot summer day. This is an adults only goody. You can...
Red Pepper Carrot Soup
This colorful soup is a tasty way to have a serving of vegetables without a lot of fat. Even my...
Skinny Tortilla Soup
"Chock-full of healthy ingredients, this tasty soup makes a warming lunch or dinner," Sharon Adams of Columbus, Ohio suggests. "Plus,...
Blueberry Pound Cake
My husband and I have blueberry bushes in our backyard, so I developed this dessert using a basic pound cake...
Celery Seed Potato Salad
From Branchville, New Jersey, field editor Grace Yaskovic shares this fresh-tasting potato salad seasoned with onion and celery seed. The...
Sloppy Joe Sandwiches
This is one of those recipes that cooks love because it's quick, easy and inexpensive. Brown sugar adds a touch...
Apricot Brandy Slush
While spending the summer in New Mexico, we tasted this refreshing golden color tea beverage enhanced with something borrowed from...
Rich & Creamy Parmesan Mashed Potatoes
For special occasions (like my husband’s birthday dinners), I mash potatoes with cream cheese, sour cream and Parmesan. It's divine...
Thirst-Quenching Limeade
This is the perfect drink to quench the thirst on hot summer days. The combination of lemon and lime is...
Honey Spiced Latte
We combine rich molasses, golden honey and a host of spices to create this warm and comforting beverage.—Taste of Home...
Beef Barley Soup for 2
Who knew you could simmer up such a hearty soup in 30 minutes? This is packed with my favorite homey...
Favorite Hot Chocolate
You need just a few basic ingredients to stir up this spirit-warming sipper. The comforting beverage is smooth and not...
Mashed Potatoes with Horseradish
Instead of the ever-popular garlic mashed potatoes, this unusual recipe calls for prepared horseradish. The zippy side dish would be...
Cheesy Chili
My six grandchildren enjoy feasting on big bowls of this zesty chili. It's so creamy and tasty, you can even...
Lemon Cranberry Quinoa Salad
As the family cook, I appreciate how easy this is to throw together on a busy weeknight. Plus, this salad...
Sonoran Sunset Watermelon Ice
If you didn’t think watermelon and cilantro could go together in a dessert, this recipe will be a pleasant surprise!...
Fresh Strawberry Mousse
With a whipped topping, this strawberry treat from Mary Jo Vanderwest of Grant, Michigan makes a sweet, elegant dessert.
Cream of Basil Soup
I really enjoy creating my own recipes. This one evolved one afternoon when I had an abundance of basil in...
Strawberry Rhubarb Trifle
Guests are sure to "think spring" when they see and taste this delectable trifle from field editor Wendy Dowling of...
Ruby Chicken
Treat a loved one to this tender chicken topped with plump cranberries and simmered in a spicy orange sauce. I...
Curried Rice
I’ve been cooking this simple rice dish for more than 40 years. The pleasant curry flavor is especially nice with...