Garden Vegetable Soup
During the Depression, the backyard garden was the source for most of our food. I can remember picking fresh vegetables...
Creamy Lentils with Kale Artichoke Saute
I've been trying to eat more meatless meals, so I experimented with this hearty saute and served it over brown...
Christmas White Chili
Dreaming of a white Christmas? Try this chili decked with red and green veggies! —Catherine Nickelson, Scandia, Minnesota
Tangy Bacon Green Beans
My grandmother’s Pennsylvania Dutch-style recipe turns plain old green beans into a tangy cross between three-bean and German potato salads....
Honey Barbecued Ribs
"My family celebrates four birthdays in July, and these tender ribs are a must at our joint get-together," writes Joyce...
Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate
My mom makes this hot chocolate with pumpkin, spices and white chocolate. We usually drink it on Halloween, but it’s...
Chicken and Beef Brunswick Stew
Festivals in North Carolina wouldn't be the same without this popular stew. A thick hearty blend of meats, vegetables and...
Bill’s Apple Butter
Since retiring, I have more time to tend to our 75 apple trees and to experiment in the kitchen. I...
Emily’s Bean Soup
This is a wonderful fall or winter meal, served with thick slices of warm homemade bread. The recipe evolved over...
Homemade Chicken Stock
Peppercorns and a handful of herbs add the perfect seasoning to this low-sodium stock. Browning the chicken and...
Creamy Carrot Parsnip Soup
Our farm family would eat soup every day as long as it didn't come from a can! This smooth creamy...
Mushroom Shrimp Bisque
This comforting recipe was born out of my family's love for seafood. For many years I tried to make a...
Chicken Tamales
I love making these homemade tamales. They take a little time to make but are so worth the effort. I...