Yogurt Fruit Smoothies
There’s nothing more refreshing than a cold, fruit-filled smoothie. I’m thrilled to share this recipe with fellow cooks who enjoy...
Instant Party Potatoes
These potatoes are so simple to make that you will be making them for any potluck or party you attend.—Kathy...
Homemade Grape Nuts
I began making this recipe to save cereal costs for our family of six. Everyone loves the hearty flavor that...
Roasted Pepper Mushroom Salad
This is a very pretty dish to serve at any get-together. I always make a double batch so everyone can...
Mushroom Omelet
This tasty version of a basic omelet reminds me of my childhood when I'd help my father search for mushrooms...
Prune-Filled Danish
When I'm short on time, I often find myself making this simple yet tasty danish. You'll love the quick and...
Huevos Diablos
You'll think these eggs really do have a bit of devil's heat in them. For a milder version, remove the...
Cheesy Mac & Cheese
Everyone comes home for dinner when I make this homemade macaroni and cheese. It also receives great compliments at potlucks....
Summertime Tomato-Melon Salad
Looking for a savory summer salad? The combination of tomatoes, cantaloupe, avocado and greens sings with freshness and health.—Carolyn Kumpe,...
Bell Pepper Enchiladas
Peppers are probably the vegetable that gets used most frequently in my kitchen. My freezer's constantly stocked in case I...
Julekage
When we lived in California, a friend made these for us at Christmas. Once we moved here, I found myself...
Creamy Mashed Cauliflower
For weeknight dinner I want something fast, easy and not ordinary. This mashed cauliflower side dish is a perfect substitute...
Salsa Red Beans ‘n’ Rice
Diane Harrison of Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania up this quick side dish using canned kidney beans, brown rice and salsa. It's an...
Buckwheat Brunch Crepes
My husband and I enjoy these delicious crepes with sweet berry sauce and cream on Saturday mornings or even at...
Orange Pineapple Syrup
Crushed pineapple and orange marmalade add citrusy flair to this syrup. It'll make plain pancakes, waffles or French toast extra...
Chilled Mixed Berry Soup
As a lovely addition to a luncheon menu, our home economists recommend this cool, fruity soup featuring three kinds of...
Homemade Vegetarian Chili
“I downsized the yield but not the flavor of my favorite vegetarian chili,” says Susan Wright, Yarmouth, Maine. Use leftovers...
Italian-Style Pizzas
With prepared pesto and pizza crusts, this recipe comes together in a flash. It makes two, and we love that...
Dilled Potato Salad
What's a picnic without potato salad? This recipe will add delightful new flavor to yours. The spices make the difference....
Hacienda Hash Browns
I use a clear glass dish to show off my hash brown bake. The bold pepper, cilantro, cumin and garlic...
Warm Spinach Salad
This salad can be varied by substituting your family's favorite greens for the spinach. If you're really pressed for time,...
Roasted Veggie Wraps
Give roasted veggies an Italian accent with salad dressing mix and shredded mozzarella, then fold them into flour tortillas. "My...
Marinated Mushrooms
Guests will never guess a dish so flavorful could take only 10 minutes of hands-on prep and no cooking! Great...
Quick Red Beans and Rice
Even my kids like this hearty, stick-to-the-ribs dish. I like to add cubed leftover ham to make it a main...
Creamy Mashed Potatoes with Cabbage
For a buttery dish with wonderful texture and flavor, we make the comfort food known as “colcannon,” an Irish version...
Orange and Red Onion Salad
It's true—orange and onion really does sound like an unusual combination. But when my husband tasted Orange and Red Onion...
White Wine Mushrooms
A handful of ingredients is all you need to create a truly elegant and robustly flavored dish that can act...
Parmesan-Baked Mashed Potatoes
Here’s a family favorite for Christmas Day dinner. Whether I’m serving a main course of ham or turkey, everyone wants...
Apple-Almond Muffins
I like to snack on apple slices slathered with almond butter. That's the flavor combo that inspired these muffins. Add...