Red Velvet Cupcakes with Coconut Frosting
Celebrate in luscious style with these coconut-topped red velvet cupcakes. The sweet shreds lend fun flair. —Marie Rizzio, Interlochen, Michigan
Snickerdoodle Crisps
This classic cookie from New England can be made two ways: soft or crunchy. My happy version with cinnamon, ginger...
Over-the-Top Blueberry Bread Pudding
This delicious southern blueberry bread pudding boasts out-of-this-world flavor and eye appeal. You just may want to skip the main...
Drizzled Gingerbread Biscotti
After stumbling across a community recipe for gingerbread biscotti, I made several batches and tweaked it to our tastes. These...
Double Chocolate Espresso Cheesecake
Every slice of this creamy cheesecake is a standout. The classic pairing of chocolate and coffee is sure to please...
Slow-Cooker Goetta
My husband's grandfather, a German, introduced goetta to me when we first got married. I found a slow-cooker recipe and...
Broccoli & Chive Stuffed Mini Peppers
There's plenty of both crunch and cream in these party appetizers. Fresh chives help them really stand out. —Jean McKenzie,...
Elegant Fresh Berry Tart
This elegant tart was my first original creation. If other fresh fruits are used, adjust the simple syrup flavor to...
Chicken Hash Brown Casserole
The first time I served this Chicken Hash Brown Casserole was to a family with five children. The kids and...
Easy Peanut Brittle
Whenever my grandmother was in the kitchen, everything had to be "just so" to guarantee her time-tested results. Watching her...
Best Date Bars
These wholesome bar cookies freeze well. Simply cool them in the pan, cut into squares and store them in airtight...
White Chocolate Fruit Tart
It takes a little time to make, but this tart is absolutely marvelous, especially in summer when fresh fruit is...
Fresh Pear Bread
When our tree branches are loaded with ripe and juicy fruit, I treat my family and friends to lots of...
Sugared Date Balls
When I was a youngster, Mom always baked these tender old-fashioned cookies dotted with chewy dates and crunchy walnuts. Much...
Fruit Salsa with Cinnamon Chips
I first made this fresh fruit salsa for a family baby shower. Everyone wanted the recipe. Now, someone makes this...
Taco Salad for a Large Crowd
I made this huge taco salad to bring to a party and people were scrambling to figure out who made...
Broccoli Mac & Cheese Bake
My husband made a version of this casserole for me on our first date. Over the 11 years we’ve been...
Sensational Tiramisu
This light version of the popular Italian dessert is moist and creamy, and cuts so well into pretty layered squares....
Summertime Tea
You can’t have a summer gathering around here without this sweet tea to cool you down. It’s wonderful for sipping...
Easy Lemon Berry Tartlets
These fruity, flaky tartlets filled with raspberries and topped with lemon-tinged cream cheese are a sweet ending to any weeknight...
Italian Honey Clusters
My mother made these treats, known as struffoli in Italian, for neighbors, teachers and anyone who stopped by. This is...
Italian Sausage Egg Bake
This hearty entree warms up any breakfast or brunch menu with its herb-seasoned flavor. —Darlene Markham, Rochester, New York
Buttery Cajun Popcorn
Cheesy and spicy, this finger-lickin' snack with just a hint of lime is downright addictive! —Beth Stengel, North Hollywood, California
Mexican Layer Dip
This adaptable Mexican layer dip is like a magnet to hungry guests at our family get-togethers and casual parties. It’s...
Moroccan Stuffed Mushrooms
Coriander and cumin are zesty updates to the familiar stuffed mushrooms. The addition of couscous makes them very filling and...
Lime-Honey Fruit Salad
Nothing is more refreshing to me than a seasonal fruit salad enhanced with this simple honey-lime dressing. —Victoria Shevlin, Cape...
Chuck Roast Dinner
A tasty tomato sauce nicely coats this comforting combination of beef, potatoes and carrots. My father gave me the recipe....
Easy Mexican Brownies
I was hosting a fun Mexican-themed cocktail party and needed a quick dessert. Dressing up an ordinary boxed brownie mix...
Gooey Lemon Rolls
My mother made these hard-to-resist rolls when I was young. I always warm up after having one, and so will...