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...
Kale Slaw Spring Salad
My parents and in-laws are retired and like to spend winters in Florida. This tangy spring salad welcomes the snowbirds...
Marinated Broccoli
This festive side dish couldn't be easier to throw together. But because it's so pretty, it's perfect for special occasions....
Asparagus Crepes
"I love serving these tender crepes with their light lemony sauce in spring," notes Carol Hemker of Phenix City, Alabama....
Oatmeal Waffles
This recipe can be used to make pancakes as well as waffles. Both are delicious because of their hearty whole...
Parmesan Yogurt Dip
We like to eat raw vegetables a few times a week as a side dish for a meal, and this...
Blood Orange Avocado Salad
My refreshing side salad is such a nice addition to our calorie-loaded Thanksgiving dinner. Use regular oranges if you can't...
Three-Green Salad
For a crisp, refreshing side dish, this tasty salad can't be beat. It's the perfect salad to go with lasagna....
Broccoli with Asiago
This is one of the best (and most simple) ways I’ve found to serve broccoli. It’s also good with Parmesan...
Baked Sweet Potato Chips
The next time you have the hungries, don't reach for high-fat junk food. Instead, spend a few minutes preparing these...
Yummy Zucchini Coffee Cake
The first time I made this, I gave some to my daughter, who hates zucchini, and she said it was...
Creamy Eggplant & Mushroom Monte Cristo
As a child, I wouldn’t eat veggies. As a parent, I try to include them in creative ways. I'm proud...
Christmas Tortellini & Spinach Soup
I made this soup for the first time in the summer, but when I saw its bright red and green...
Scalloped Sweet Corn Casserole
This is my Grandma Ostendorf's corn recipe I grew up enjoying. Now a grandmother myself, I still serve this comfy,...
Red Pepper Cornmeal Souffle
I use the vegetables from our garden in all my cooking. Dotted with parsley and red pepper, this souffle is...
Apple Dutch Baby
This dish has been a longtime family favorite for Christmas morning. It is light, airy, and filled with eggs and...
Tomato & Avocado Sandwiches
I'm a vegetarian, and this is a tasty, quick and healthy lunch I could eat for every meal. At my...
Lick-the-Bowl-Clean Hummus
Everyone loves hummus, but I enjoy the garlic and onion types so much that I decided to let them shine...
Butternut Squash Bread
"This yeast bread is scrumptious served warm or toasted," promises Agnes Miller of Marshall, Illinois. "A friend shared the recipe...
Crumb-Topped Broccoli Bake
Broccoli is one of the main crops grown in this area. This recipe has pleased just about everyone who has...
Zesty Vegetable Dip
There's an abundance of excellent cheeses made in our state, but sharp cheddar is our favorite. My mom used to...
Sour Cream Potatoes
One of the great things about these creamy potatoes is they turn out even better if you make them a...
Pineapple Cherry Loaves
Pineapple adds a fun twist to this holiday quick bread, plus it wakes each delicious bite nice and moist. My...
Calico Corn Salad
With a full-time job and my own catering business, I appreciate delicious food that can be prepared ahead, like this...
Chile Corn Muffins
Hot corn bread was one of my childhood favorites. This muffin version with a Southwest flavor that I devised is...
Apple Snack Wedges
Kids of all ages will love these easy apple snacks. With protein from peanut butter and a hint of sweetness...
Chile Cheese Grits
This zesty dish is a real crowd-pleaser. It's great as a side dish and can also be served as a...
Vegetable Stuffing Bake
This vegetable medley has become a family dinner tradition for Thanksgiving and Christmas. Even though our three children are now...