Pinto Beans with Kielbasa
Sauced-up sausage, tomatoes, green pepper and onion accompany two kinds of beams in this warm main dish from Gloria Slater...
Rock’n and Roast’n Chili
I got the basics of this recipe from a friend at a Super Bowl party and tweaked it from there....
Green Chile Rice
Green Chili Rice is suggested by Sandra Hanson of Emery, South Dakota, a busy mother of triplets. "With only five...
Quick Black Bean Salsa
This sensational salsa is a colorful combination of lots of fresh-tasting flavors. My husband, son and I think it's great...
Company’s Coming Soup
This soup is great for entertaining because it can be assembled ahead and left to simmer. Plus, with fresh bread...
Tomato Chili Dip
"This fresh-tasting dip is excellent for summer barbecues and picnics," relates Rachael Santarsiero of Orange City, Iowa.
Turkey Quesadillas
Loaded with garden-fresh vegetables, this Mexican specialty is sure to be popular with the whole family. Plus, it's a snap...
Little Texas Cornbread
Cheddar cheese, cream-style corn and green chilies dress up ordinary corn bread. Generous slices taste great with a bowl of...
Mashed Red Potatoes
These simple yet satisfying chunky mashed potatoes are rich enough to stand on their own—but a big pat of butter...
Garlic Parmesan Bread
This hearty aromatic bread has just a hint of honey and garlic. It's one of my favorite breads. It goes...
Raspberry Banana Bread
A patient at the doctor's office where I work brought in this bread one morning while it was still warm....
Orange Pineapple Marmalade
This sweet citrusy marmalade from Stephanie Heise of Rochester, New York is perfect for spreading on English muffins or biscuits....
Rye Onion Bread
Though this earthy, whole-grain bread takes time to prepare, your patience—and palate—will be rewarded! On a cold winter’s day, a...
Northwoods Wild Rice Salad
This is my Minnesota version of a vintage German slaw that’s popular at church suppers. The wild rice has a...
Parmesan Garlic Breadsticks
These tender breadsticks fill the kitchen with a tempting aroma when they are baking, and they're wonderful served warm. My...
Tender Whole Wheat Muffins
Simple whole wheat muffins are wonderful paired with soup or spread with a little jam for breakfast. —Kristine Chayes, Smithtown,...
Apricot-Ginger Acorn Squash
Sweet and savory flavors come together in this dish that will make a squash lover out of anyone. It’s a...
Lemon Herb Quinoa
My family is turning to quinoa more and more these days. It's a super grain that's packed with protein and...
Loaded Stuffed Potato Pancakes
When I make mashed potatoes, I always cook extra so I can prepare these over-the-top potato pancakes. Fill them with...
Easy Sausage and Vegetable Skillet
This is an old recipe that has been passed down in our family through my sister-in-law. When I was a...
Parmesan Sweet Cream Biscuits
Sweet cream biscuits were the first kind I mastered. Since the ingredients are so simple, I can scale the recipe...
Garlic-Rosemary Brussels Sprouts
This is my go-to Thanksgiving side dish. It is healthy and easy, and it doesn't take very much time or...
Sweet Potato Hash
Forget traditional hash with plain old potatoes. Add color, flavor and extra nutrition with sweet potatoes! I recommend serving the...
Hot Apple Punch
With its soothing cinnamon seasoning, this fresh and flavorful apple punch is a must for Christmastime.
Roast Beef with Peppers
This moist, flavorful entree gets a bit of Italian flair from oregano and garlic. The sauteed peppers not only are...
Roquefort Pear Salad
Guests at a barbecue we hosted one summer brought this cool, refreshing salad. Now it's a mainstay at many of...
Lemon-Rosemary Pork Tenderloin
This tender pork is seasoned with a wonderful herb and lemon rub I created. Even my husband, who is a...
Crispy Potato Puffs
Crispy coating surrounds a velvety potato filling in these adorable puffs. They make a perfect side for meats and poultry....
Collard Greens & Beans
I didn't eat southern-style collards until a friend gave me a recipe for greens with bacon and pinto beans. Now...