Creole Rice
I've found a fast and fantastic way to turn leftover rice into a spectacular side dish. I spice it up...
Muffin-Tin Lasagnas
This is a super fun way to serve lasagna for make-ahead lunches, potlucks or other fun get-togethers. My daughter took...
Quick Italian Veggie Skillet
When you don’t know what to serve, Italian flavors are a good starting point. We combine cannellini and garbanzo beans...
Mediterranean Pastry Pinwheels
These quick appetizers are irresistible. The flavors of sun-dried tomatoes and pesto balance beautifully. —Kristen Heigl, Staten Island, New York
Tomato-Onion Green Beans
Fresh green beans are the stars of this healthy side. Serve with grilled chicken, pork tenderloin or seafood for a...
Pesto Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
Why settle for ordinary grilled cheese when pesto grilled cheese is so easy to fix? Pair the sandwiches with your...
Roasted Green Vegetable Medley
Roasting vegetables such as broccoli, green beans and Brussels sprouts is a fantastic way to serve them, and almost any...
Tomato Feta Salad
One summer I combined my love for onions with a bumper crop of tomatoes and a homemade balsamic dressing. The...
Creamed Potatoes
These melt-in-your-mouth potatoes, in a mild creamy sauce, complement any meat entree, and they're a pleasant change from mashed or...
Garlic and Herb Mashed Potatoes
Cream cheese is the secret ingredient in these comforting spuds. Simply mash, mix and let them warm in the slow...
Stuffed Cucumbers
For a change of pace, I like to serve these stuffed cucumbers in place of a lettuce salad. They're really...
Roasted Apple Salad with Spicy Maple-Cider Vinaigrette
We bought loads of apples and needed to use them. To help the flavors come alive, I roasted the apples...
Chocolate French Toast
Try this yummy treat for a special breakfast or brunch. The layer of chocolate hidden inside makes a wonderful flavor...
Easy Cheesy Nachos
There's no need to brown ground beef when fixing this satisfying snack. Laura Jirasek of White Lake, Michigan tops crunchy...
Onion Brie Appetizers
Guests will think you spent hours preparing these cute appetizers, but they're really easy to assemble, using purchased puff pastry....
Appetizer Wreath
I have lots of fun with this festive appetizer wreath. I often place a bowl of stuffed olives in the...
Cheesy Quesadillas
We serve these quesadillas as chili dippers or load them up with salsa and sour cream for a super starter....
Avocado Goat Cheese Truffles
Give guests the VIP treatment with luxurious truffles you can make in your own kitchen. The goat cheese is mild,...
Marinated Almond-Stuffed Olives
Marinated stuffed olives go over so well with company that I try to keep a batch of them in the...
Garlic-Herb Mini Quiches
Looking for a wonderful way to impress guests? You’ve got it—and you need only five ingredients to make these tasty...
Roasted Pumpkin Nachos
I had previously made this dish with black beans and corn off the cob in the summer. Wanting to try...
Feta Bruschetta
You won't believe the compliments you'll receive when you greet guests with these warm appetizers. Every crispy bite offers the...
Lemon Blueberry Drop Scones
I enjoy serving these fruity scones for baby and bridal showers. They're a bit lower in fat than most other...
Russian Borscht Soup
With beets, carrots, cabbage and tomatoes, this Russian borscht soup recipe is great for gardeners like myself. Not only is...
Tomato & Garlic Butter Bean Dinner
On the days I get home late and just want a warm meal, I stir together tomatoes, garlic and butter...
Lemon Mushroom Orzo
Sometimes I serve this side dish chilled and other times we enjoy it hot.
It has a pleasant tinge...
Wild Blueberry Muffins
Nothing is better than a warm blueberry muffin in the morning, and these muffins are the best I have ever...
Mandarin Almond Salad
Here's a refreshing salad that's always a hit at our house. Crisp greens, bright oranges and red onion add pretty...
French Toast Bake
"If you like blueberries and pecans, you'll love this take on a breakfast favorite," writes Melissa Winona of Salt Lake...