Doughnut Muffins
After many tries and many different recipes that just weren't up to par, I finally decided to recreate my own...
Cannoli Wafer Sandwiches
My family loves to visit a local Italian restaurant that has a wonderful dessert buffet. The cannoli is among our...
Caramelized Onions and Beets
As retired farmers, my husband and I enjoy delicious, down-home foods. These onions and beets have just the right amount...
Millionaire Candy
Of the 35 kinds of candy I make each Christmas, millionaire candy is by far the favorite of family and...
Tijuana Tidbits
Tortilla chips, chili powder and cayenne pepper lend to the Mexican flavor of this snack mix, while corn syrup and...
Chocolate-Covered Coffee Beans
Two terrific flavors—coffee and chocolate—come together in this mouthwatering recipe from our Test Kitchen. Learn how to make chocolate-covered coffee...
Clams Casino
Your guests will be impressed with our version of this classic upscale appetizer. Cayenne pepper nicely seasons the bread crumb...
Foolproof Pie Shells
"I received this recipe from my 94-year old sister. She suggested using egg, cold water and cider vinegar to keep...
Creamy Sausage Risotto
I have fond memories of standing at the stove cooking this hearty Italian rice dish with my Nona. I’ve altered...
Marinated Sausage Kabobs
These flavorful and colorful appetizers are so fun they'll be the talk of the party. And they're so easy: Simply...
Holiday Creamed Spinach
My mother made a variety of spinach dishes when I was growing up. This rich, delicious creamed version is the...
Chocolate Angel Food Candy
Also called fairy food or sponge candy, this candy is crunchy, honeycombed, chocolate-covered and irresistible. You might want to hide...
Cranberry-Orange Roasted Turkey
You'll have an elegant centerpiece to your meal with this tender, juicy turkey. The cranberry makes it so good. It...
Rhubarb Coffee Cake with Caramel Sauce
Growing up, this recipe was a favorite of mine. I couldn't wait for the rhubarb to ripen so Mom could...
Wilted Spinach Salad with Butternut Squash
Make quick work of peeling butternut squash. First, prick it with a fork and give it 45 seconds in the...
Cranberry Ricotta Gnocchi with Brown Butter Sauce
To make light and airy gnocchi, work quickly and handle the dough as little as possible. You'll be pleased with...
Cherry-Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies
My kids love making these home-style cookies. They're so wonderful when warm. —Jaye Beeler, Grand Rapids, Michigan
Coconut Dream Cupcakes
My daughter, Elizabeth, came up with this incredible recipe. The cream cheese in the middle is a fun surprise when...
Salted Toffee Cashew Cookies
When I get toffee bits, butterscotch chips and cashews together in one cookie, the sweet and salty combo is nearly...
Red Velvet White Chip Cookies
These cookies are soft, chewy and taste as good as they sound. The first time I baked them, I took...
Lemon & Rosemary Butter Cookies
Cooling lemon and aromatic rosemary make these butter cookies stand out at the holidays. I use them to punch up...
Pomegranate Pepper Jelly
Stirring pomegranate juice into my jalapeno jelly creates a beautiful red version for the holidays. Spread it on crackers, fish...
Sicilian Brussels Sprouts
I love to make this dish because the flavors jumping around in your mouth keep you coming back bite after...
Cheddar Gougeres
Gougeres-French cheesy cream puffs-are usually made with Gruyere cheese but I often substitute with the sharpest cheddar I can find...
Roasted Butternut Squash Salad with Caramelized Pumpkin Seeds
We had leftover roasted butternut squash one night, so I threw it on a salad and topped it with cheese....
Orange-Pistachio Quinoa Salad
Add this fresh and healthy quinoa recipe to your holiday spread. Its citrusy, nutty taste is simply delicious. —Jean...
Turtle Dove Nests
Inspired by the traditional carol "The Twelve Days of Christmas," our Test Kitchen staff created these cute chocolate nests. With...
Gorgonzola Pear Tartlets
Whether you serve these simple tartlets as an appetizer or dessert, they're too good to pass up. I leave the...
Rawhide’s Whiskey Cake
For several years, our neighbor gave us a moist, whiskey-flavored cake. I’ve tweaked the recipe, and now my friends want...