Taco Bread
Taco seasoning and green chiles are the secrets to this bread's slightly spicy flavor. A friend gave me the recipe....
Ginger & Lemon Muffins
A microplane grater (also used for citrus zest and hard cheese) works well for grating ginger. Fresh ginger can be...
Refried Bean Enchiladas
These yummy meatless bundles are so fast and easy to prepare. The recipe, which came from my sister-in-law, is a...
Ruby-Red Pretzel Dip
Plain pretzels get a pretty coating and tangy taste from this thick, festive blend. —Grace Yaskovic, Branchville, New Jersey
Black Bean Soft Tacos
Spiced just right, these bean-based tacos have plenty of south-of-the-border appeal. I liven up the black bean filling with diced...
Chili Cheddar Penne
There's plenty of saucy, cheese flavor in this dish. Taco seasoning and canned chilies give it a zippy southwestern flare....
Taco Pinwheels Appetizers
The colorful tomatoes, lettuce and chiles make these bite-sized snacks a perfect addition to a holiday buffet. —Beverly Matthews, Pasco,...
Butternut Squash Apple Soup
Brighten blustery gray days with steaming bowlfuls of butternut squash apple soup that's the color of California sunshine. It's velvety,...
Soft Sandwich Buns
"I bake these soft and golden sandwich buns a few times a week because my whole family loves them," reports...
Bagel with a Veggie Schmear
I got this recipe from my favorite bagel shop in New York City. Now I make this every time I'm...
Veggie-Stuffed Eggplant
Ruby Williams writes from Bogalusa, Louisiana, "For years, I cooked for my late husband and our five children. Now it's...
Pineapple-Pecan Cheese Spread
This smooth and creamy cheese spread is chock-full of red pepper, green chiles and crunchy pecans. It’s always a hit,...
Makeover Mexican Roll-Ups
It's surprising what a quick substitution or two will do. By simply switching from full-fat products to reduced- or low-fat,...
Homemade Lentil Barley Stew
Green chiles and fresh ginger add zip to this thick meatless stew. It can be served as is or with...
Chili con Queso El Dorado
Used as a dip or a sauce on burgers, chicken or pork, this creamy queso is spiced with chiles, chipotle...
Cornmeal Dinner Rolls
A flavorful sidekick to chiles, soups and stews, these biscuits can also stand alone with a simple pat of butter...
Cornbread Squares
This inexpensive cornbread will disappear as fast as you can make it. It is always fluffy and moist. —Marcia Salisbury,...
Favorite Cornbread
A great addition to any meal, this cornbread uses basic ingredients and is simple to make. This recipe is a...
Yankee Corn Muffins
Traditional corn muffins are perfect alongside chili or casserole, but they really complement any meal. Topped with a little butter,...
Apple-Pear Puff Pancake
Whenever I serve this fruity pancake, people think I slaved for hours. They're surprised that such an attractive, scrumptious dish...
Low-Fat Ranch Dressing
"No one will believe this creamy, fresh tasting dressing is low in fat," conveys field editor Connie Simon of Reed...
Avocado Fruit Salad with Tangerine Vinaigrette
On long summer days when we just want to relax, I make a cool salad with avocado, berries and mint....
Garden Tossed Salad
My Italian grandma grew all of her produce in her backyard garden, so many of her recipes made good use...
Orange Date Muffins
"Anyone who likes dates and the flavor of orange will think these moist muffins are a treat," confirms Rosella Peters...
Marinated Vegetable Salad
This recipe is so versatile because you can use whatever vegetables you family prefers. It's a nice change from typical...
Mashed Potatoes with Carrot
One day, I wanted to make my mashed potatoes more interesting, so I added a carrot and some onion. This...
Green Beans with Peppers
This festive-looking side dish is a snap to make for a holiday menus or an everyday meal. —Taste of Home...
No-Fuss Caramel Rolls
A friend shared this recipe with me. It has homemade flavor without the time or fuss it takes to make...
Marinated Green Beans
For many years, I made this dish with asparagus. At Thanksgiving, green beans were all I had, so I used...