Cajun Crab Poppers
My brother moved to New Orleans, and I love visiting him and his family whenever I can. These easy jalapeno poppers remind me of my time there. They are stuffed with crab, Cajun seasonings and bacon. —Elizabeth Lubin, Huntington Beach, California
Florentine Ciabatta
I came up with this appetizer because of my love for white pizza. I've served my ciabatta pizza at many...
Jalapeno Pomegranate Cocktail
This spicy and sweet sipper gives you a little fix of jalapeno flavor minus the heat. Start a couple of...
Chile Beef Dip
No last-minute party prep needed! Just put this creamy dip together a couple hours before your shindig, and let your...
Beef & Roasted Pepper Pinwheels
Colorful basil leaves and roasted sweet red peppers add a festive touch to roll-ups featuring a garlic-cheese spread and deli...
Goat Cheese Spread in Roasted Pepper Cups
I had a similar dish in a restaurant in Seattle, and when I returned home I just had to try...
Roasted Red Pepper Triangles
I sandwich full-flavored meats, cheeses and veggies between layers of flaky crescent dough for this sensational treat. We like to...
Refrigerator Garden Pickles
Canning isn't necessary for these crisp-tender, tangy pickles. Keep them in the fridge and eat them up within a month....
Hot Pepper Jelly
We enjoy this fiery hot pepper jelly spread on crackers with cream cheese. It also makes a terrific holiday gift....
Jalapeno Pepper Jelly
My family relishes this jelly served with meat or spread on crackers with cream cheese. It's in hot demand as...
Smoky & Spicy Vegetable Bisque
I like to serve this soup with a side of bruschetta or a caprese salad to make a complete meal....
Huevos Diablos
You'll think these eggs really do have a bit of devil's heat in them. For a milder version, remove the...
Antipasto Marinated Vegetables
The colorful vegetables and the tart dressing make this a lively addition to a holiday table. Serve it as a...
Green Beans in Red Pepper Sauce
For easy veggies, I make a simple sauce of sweet red peppers, almonds and parsley. We also like this sauce...
Ratatouille Pizza Potpies
A homemade bread crust covers a bubbly, Italian-style stew featuring pizza sauce, vegetables and cheese. The individual pies are so...
Kickin’ Red Pepper Jelly
Peppers grow like wild fire in our hot Missouri summers. That's when I make spicy jelly to give as gifts...
Winter Squash, Sausage & Feta Bake
This time of year, I can't resist butternut squash, with its bright color and fall flavor. It helps make this...
Red Pepper Cornmeal Souffle
I use the vegetables from our garden in all my cooking. Dotted with parsley and red pepper, this souffle is...
Roast Beef with Peppers
This moist, flavorful entree gets a bit of Italian flair from oregano and garlic. The sauteed peppers not only are...
Skillet Potatoes with Red Pepper and Whole Garlic Cloves
You'll be surprised that a skillet potato recipe this simple has so much flavor. I love how the whole garlic...
Maple Jalapenos
Craving something sweet with a little bit of heat? Try these creamy, sweet, hot and savory treats. One bite, and...
Green Chile Egg Puff
Green chilies add a touch of Southwest flavor to this fluffy egg dish. The cottage cheese offers nice texture, and...
Sausage Cornbread Dressing
The phrases holiday dinner and low-fat are seldom used together, unless Rebecca Baird’s cornbread stuffing is on the menu. Made...
Holiday Salsa
When we offer this cream-cheesy salsa of fresh cranberries, cilantro and a little jalapeno kick, everyone hovers around the serving...
Sweet & Spicy Pickled Red Seedless Grapes
Most people don't think about grapes when creating a canned pickle recipe. The pickling liquid for these grapes includes red...
Crab Cakes with Red Chili Mayo
This is one of the most popular appetizers I make and is lovely for a party. The spicy mayo is...
Western Omelet Casserole
We make a Western-style omelet with ham and hash browns using the slow cooker. From youngest to oldest at brunch,...
Veggie-Packed Strata
This is a wonderful, colorful casserole that everyone enjoys. I'm sure you'll be hooked on it after one bite, too....
Asparagus and Red Pepper Frittata
What a tasty way to start a morning! This frittata is enriched with asparagus, potatoes, peppers, herbs and a wonderful...
Garbanzo-Stuffed Mini Peppers
Mini peppers are so colorful and are the perfect size for a two-bite appetizer. They have all the crunch of...
Creamy Red Pepper Dip
This flavorful dip looks so pretty served in sweet yellow pepper halves. It's great with fresh veggies.—Linda Murray, Allenstown, New...
