Mother's Day Recipes

The gorgeous torte combines two great ingredients—chocolate and strawberries. —Paula Magnus, Republic, Washington

"Guests say 'Wow!' when I present this torte," reports field editor Dorothy Anderson of Ottawa, Kansas. "Mashed berries add flavor...

This creamy, bubbly appetizer spread is sure to please. Baked to a golden brown, it gets its richness from cream...

We call this recipe "Mock Lobster Casserole" because it turns haddock into something fancy. The canned soup lends a creamy...

For our brunches, we bake eggs in cornbread cups. With cheddar sauce and more cheese sprinkled on top, they make...

I first tried these tasty treats at my sister's house and thought they were the best I'd ever had. They're...

Running a bed-and-breakfast keeps us busy. Once in a while I get creative and try to improve on an already...

We love eggplant Parmesan, but when it’s hot outside, the dish feels too heavy. Grilled eggplant slices topped with tomato,...

These colorful mushrooms are so filling, they're almost a meal in themselves. They can also be served with a small...

My husband remembers his mother making "little black cupcakes with caramel icing." I never thought about putting caramel icing on...

With cake rolls, ice cream and hot fudge, this dessert suits anyone with a sweet tooth. Family and friends get...

My Marsala bake is a little different from the "normal" potluck dish, so it's a nice change of pace to...

When I make these slightly sweet biscuits, sometimes I cut them and fold over one side about a third of...

"This truly special cake with its creamy not-too-sweet filling is one I've made for years. People say it is excellent,"...

These French toast slices have creamy vanilla flavor from a convenient pudding mix, plus a hint of cinnamon. We like...

My mom gave me the recipe for these savory chops with a sweet and tangy marinade. The apple juice and...

Here's an all-around wonderful dessert recipe that's easy to whip up and packed with fruity flavor. —Katie Rose, Pewaukee, Wisconsin

We moved here about 3 years ago and we love our home in the country. We plant a garden each...

This recipe was popular at a restaurant in Winston-Salem called Berry's. I love serving this salad to guests who comment...

"For a bridal shower or summer buffet, this colorful crunchy chicken salad is a perfect choice," notes Pat Stevens, field...

Grilled Chicken Over Spinach is shared by Michelle Krzmarzick of Torrance, California. "With two young children to keep me busy,...

This crispy crunchy salad captures the flavor of seven-layer salad with a few less layers and fuss. This is one...

Looking for a fast, colorful side to round out any meal? This refreshing fruit salad is pure perfection! —Angela Howland,...

My son doesn’t like traditional birthday cakes and always asks for something with strawberries for the occasion. I hit the...

Garlic and cannelini beans, take hummus from the Middle East to the Mediterranean. The homemade chips come out of the...

My mother made this silky pie when I was a child. It was my father's favorite. The fluffy chocolate-almond filling...

I bake for a group of seniors every week, and this is one of the goodies they request most. I...

Having lived in several states in the South, I love tossing pecans into recipes for a little added flavor and...

Berries add a pop of color to this favorite salad that’s part of my gluten-free menu. My challenge is to...