Barbecued Hamburgers
When I got married, I asked my Aunt Jean for this recipe. It was her creation and she always hamburgers...
Smoked Trout Pate
This tasty spread is easy to make in a food processor, and it’s a guaranteed winner at any party. The...
Lemon Layer Cake
This citrusy cake with a luscious cream cheese frosting will garner plenty of applause. The flavor, a duet of sweet...
Shrimp in Phyllo Cups
I almost didn’t make these appetizers for last year’s Christmas party because I was running out of time, but I...
Spicy Pickled Garlic
Pickled garlic is a delicious condiment for the garlic lover on your list. You'll be pleasantly surprised how pickling mellows...
Vidalia Onion Swiss Dip
I’ve got one of those sweet, creamy dips you can't resist. Bake it in the oven, or use the slow...
Creole Cornbread
Cornbread is a staple of Cajun and Creole cuisine. This version is an old favorite, and it really tastes wonderful....
Baked Potato Wedges
These oven roasted potato wedges taste just like the deep-fried kind, but they're easier and less messy to make. They're...
Sandwich for a Crowd
My husband and I live on a 21-acre horse ranch and love to have friends over to enjoy it with...
Antipasto Appetizer Salad
Use a slotted spoon to serve this as an appetizer with baguette toasts, or ladle it over romaine lettuce to...
Swedish Tea Ring
My mother used to prepare this delightful Swedish tea ring in the ’40s, and it’s still a favorite today. Maraschino...
Eggnog Cheesecake
I make good use of extra eggnog by creating this luscious cheesecake. A bit of rum extract adds a special...
Lime Sherbet Punch
When I married David in a rural spot, my parents surprised me with a beautiful white carriage to take us...
1-2-3 Barbecue Sausage
When my husband, Joe, and I hosted our Western wedding, good friend Kay Skiles prepared a tempting buffet meal that...
Make-Ahead Scalloped Potatoes
After our memorable lakeside ceremony, guests gathered with Creighton and me at a nearby hall for our reception. A dear...
Pumpkin Pecan Loaves
Among all my pumpkin bread recipes, this caramel-glazed creation is the pick of the crop. Often, I'll wrap up a...
Cream Cheese Cutouts
Decorating cookies always puts me in a happy mood. Cookies from this recipe don't rise a lot or lose their...
Slow Cooker Beef au Jus
It's easy to fix this roast, which has lots of onion flavor. Sometimes I also add cubed potatoes and baby...
Instant Spiced Tea
For a fun holiday hostess gift, pour this festive blend into a decorated 12-ounce jelly jar. The recipe, from field...
Ultimate Double Chocolate Brownies
As someone who grew up in the country, I love getting out into nature whenever I can. I also love...
Pickled Sweet Onions
These slightly crunchy pickled onions are not only a great gift for Christmas, but also a terrific contribution to a...
Yellow Cake with Buttercream Frosting
This is a classic scratch cake. The homemade buttery frosting and crisp, sugared edges really make it stand out. —Aria...
Sour Cream Chocolate Cookies
These soft chocolaty sour cream cookies can easily be altered to make several different varieties—I've added everything from mints to...
California Pasta Salad
As far as cold pasta salad recipes go, this is one of the best. Not only does it travel...
Buttermilk Chocolate Cupcakes
Good any time of the year, a chocolate cupcake recipe make a great get-up-and-go treat on busy summer days. These...
Ham Barbecue
I’ve turned to this recipe countless times. The sandwiches are tasty and so easy to make, and leftovers are perfect...
Butternut Squash Rolls
With their cheery yellow color and delicious aroma, these appealing buns will brighten your buffet table. Plus, I've found this...
Patriotic Dessert
I took this patriotic dessert to a luncheon and came home with dozens of requests for the recipe! It was...
Strawberry Pies
How do you remember how to spell dessert correctly? In this case, double the “S” for double the deliciousness in...