Shepherd’s Pie Bake
For a real meat-and-potatoes meal, try this satisfying layered casserole. It's easy to assemble with lean ground beef and fresh...
Swiss Steak for Two
Even though I'm a widow, I still cook for two since I frequently have a friend or grandchild join me...
Favorite Buttermilk Bread
"Crusty on the outside and tender on the inside, this bread is my family's all-time favorite," reports Michele Surgeon of...
Ham and Lima Bean Soup
Pam Felstein trimmed down her hearty bean soup with savory results. The Owings Mills, Maryland cook suggests adding some instant...
Lemon-Pepper Veggies
The must-try medley is a breeze to make in the microwave. Guests are surprised that this quick dish is so...
Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Nuggets
Chicken nuggets, bacon and teriyaki...what more could you ask for in an appetizer? Everyone who tries them asks for a...
Rainbow Rotini Pasta Salad
Oodles of noodles plus plenty of fresh veggies make Debbie Albright's side dish a real meal-brightener. "I sometimes add extra...
Nutty Sweet Potato Bake with Raisins and Marshmallows
"THIS SWEET POTATO casserole could be a dessert—it has just the right touch of sweetness. But we serve this tasty...
Sunny Strawberry & Cantaloupe Salad
My little ones absolutely love this salad and ask me to make it all the time. Fruit and cheese taste...
Summer Spinach Salad
Guests always request the recipe for this fabulous spinach salad. Tossed with ripe banana chunks, fresh strawberries and toasted almonds,...
Vegetable Seasoning Mix
"My husband wouldn't eat green beans until I seasoned them with this simple blend," writes Susan Johnson of Arlington, Texas....
Southwest Chicken Salad
My husband loves salads, and this flavorful chicken recipe is easy, nutritious and very tasty. Serve it over greens, tucked...
Honey-Mustard Green Beans
I used this recipe as an occasion to get my kids involved in cooking. They had fun snapping ends off...
Singapore Satay Sandwiches
“My grandkids think this shredded chicken is the best thing under a bun. The peanut butter flavor and fresh fruit...
Slow-Cooked Bean Medley
I often change the variety of beans in this classic recipe, using whatever I have on hand to total the...
Ginger Broccoli Stir-Fry
Are you looking for an appetizing way to enhance a nutritious vegetable? Try this eye-catching stir-fry. The broccoli keeps its...
Patriotic Trifle
Get ready for oohs and aahs when you bring out this pretty trifle. Don't forget to include one tiny American...
Chicken Casserole Supreme
“This casserole is so satisfying on a cold day, and it gets even better the next day. I added apples...
Homemade Cheese Biscuits
These savory biscuits from Lynn Tice of Osage City, Kansas couldn't be simpler to make! With from-scratch flavor and a...
Lemon & Garlic New Potatoes
This is a simplified version of a dish my Costa Rican host sister used to make when I was in...
Cabbage Chicken Salad
"We were on a tight budget when I was little, so my mother often made this refreshing salad that fit...
Garlic-Chive Whipped Butter
Looking for a way to dress up ordinary bread or dinner rolls? Set out a bowl of this creamy garlic...
Coconut-Mango Mahi Mahi
Take a tropical taste trip in minutes with this special recipe. Whipping a bit of candied ginger into the sauce...
Mango Muffins
Fresh mangoes freeze well, so when they're in season, I dice and freeze them in 2-cup containers. That way, I...
Coconut Kisses
Chewy on the inside and crisp on the outside, these meringue cookies are delicious. They add a light touch to...
Honey-Glazed Pork Tenderloins
Honey, smoky chipotle pepper and soy sauce help to flavor this no-fuss pork tenderloin. Serve it with veggies or rice...
Parmesan Fondue
"This recipe was given to me many years ago at a New Year's potluck," says Gwynne Fleener of Coeur d'Alene,...
Broccoli Mushroom Bake
With lots of cheese, this broccoli and mushroom casserole never lasts long on the dinner table. You can serve this...
Island Breezes Coffee Cake
With the island flavors, this simple pull-apart bread is perfect for a spring brunch. —Debra Goforth, Newport, Tennessee