Sensational Slush
Colorful and refreshing, this sweet-tart slush has become a family favorite. I freeze the mix in 2- and 4-cup containers...
Appetizer Stuffed Mushrooms
Heat-and-serve convenience foods are forbidden in the House of Loreto Kitchen, and residents appreciate the "real" food we serve. Everyone...
Pita Pocket Chicken Salad
We wanted something cool for lunch one summer day, so I tossed together whatever I had in the refrigerator. This...
Spanish Coffee
You’ll look forward to dessert even more when this warm and welcoming after-dinner drink is on the menu. —Sharon Tipton,...
Lemon-Buttermilk Pound Cake
Here’s the recipe I reach for when I need something tried and true. The old-fashioned cake has a tangy lemon...
Orange Chocolate Chip Scones
My family asks for these scones all the time, but I like to save this special treat just for celebrations....
Sweet Cheese Ball
You’ll need only a few items for this unique cheese ball sent in by Melissa Friend of Oakland, Maryland. Coconut...
Lemon Ricotta Cheesecake
I'm an avid recipe collector and can't recall where I found this one. I do know its delicate flavor is...
Greek Deli Kabobs
For an easy Mediterranean-style appetizer, marinate broccoli and mozzarella, then skewer with sweet red peppers and salami. Everybody loves food...
Mini Chicken Salad Croissants
Fresh-tasting and great for a get-together, this popular chicken salad could also be served on lettuce or a slice of...
Orange Pineapple Punch
Conni Brueggeman of Sparta, Wisconsin shares a concoction that's a quick to fix as it is to refresh. To mix...
Buttery Nut Cookies
Make these wonderful cookies for the holidays as gifts for friends. Include a recipe copy to be extra popular.—American Dairy...
Crispy Crouton Salad
Nothing says “summer“ at our house like this unique salad! It’s also a great way to use up fresh basil...
Cherry Punch
Back in 1952, a co-worker gave me the recipe for this versatile rosy punch. It's not too sweet, so it...
Citrus Sunshine Punch
It's easy to be merry when sipping on this tangy punch. A cool, frothy glass of punch is a terrific...
Hibiscus Iced Tea
This calorie and caffeine-free tea has a delightful rosy color.—Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Greendale, Wisconsin
Cherry Fluff
Chunky tart cherries, coconut, pecans and pineapple give substance to this lightly sweet make-ahead salad. With it's pastel color and...
Orange Chocolate Meltaways
The terrific combination of chocolate and orange makes these some of the best truffles I've ever had. As holiday gifts,...
Twice-Baked New Potatoes
I've used these rich potatoes as both an appetizer and a side dish. Guests seem to enjoy the distinctive taste...
Frosted Orange Cookies
"I remember my dad making a big batch of these citrus cookies when I was growing up," writes Tammie Young...
Baby Shower Sugar Cookies
To celebrate the pitter-patter of tiny feet (or any occasion), crisp buttery sugar cookies like these are a hit, hands...
Pineapple Cooler
In Littlerock, California, Michelle Blumberg stirs up this mild and refreshing beverage in a jiffy. Lemon juice cuts the sweetness...
Crab Salad Tea Sandwiches
I make these sandwiches for showers, weddings, and special family events. I got the recipe from a friend many years...
Party Pitas
Whenever the women of our church host a shower, these pita sandwiches appear on the menu. Not only are they...
Pastel Tea Cookies
These glazed sugar cookies are perfect for nibbling between sips at a tea party, graduation or shower. —Lori Henry, Elkhart,...
Pineapple Punch
Filled with delicious citrus flavors, this lively beverage will brighten any setting, according to Verna Doerksen of MacGregor, Manitoba. She...
Mountain Cookies
I've been making these deliciously different cookies for about 11 years. My kids especially like the creamy coconut filling. Whenever...
Cherry Peanut Butter Balls
Years ago, I saved this festive recipe and made it only at Christmastime. But my grandkids loved the sweet combination...
Simple Luncheon Salad
"For a bridal shower or summer buffet, this colorful crunchy chicken salad is a perfect choice," notes Pat Stevens, field...