Creamy Summer Vegetable Salad
Mother made this salad whenever we barbecued. It's easy to fix, goes well with meat or chicken and is a...
Coffee Ice Cream Cookie Cups
"I’m 11 years old, have six brothers and sisters, and we’re always looking for new ice cream recipes. I invented...
Marinated Lamb Chops
These lean little lamb chops from Jill Heatwole of Pittsville, Maryland are packed with the flavors of rosemary, ginger and...
Soul-Satisfying Oatmeal Waffles
These waffles freeze well, so toast them all week long. For a fall version, substitute 1/2 cup pumpkin puree for...
Chocolate Strawberry Torte
The gorgeous torte combines two great ingredients—chocolate and strawberries. —Paula Magnus, Republic, Washington
Strawberry Meringue Cake
"Guests say 'Wow!' when I present this torte," reports field editor Dorothy Anderson of Ottawa, Kansas. "Mashed berries add flavor...
Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Spread
This creamy, bubbly appetizer spread is sure to please. Baked to a golden brown, it gets its richness from cream...
Easy Haddock Bake
We call this recipe "Mock Lobster Casserole" because it turns haddock into something fancy. The canned soup lends a creamy...
Shirred Egg Corn Muffins
For our brunches, we bake eggs in cornbread cups. With cheddar sauce and more cheese sprinkled on top, they make...
Delicious Potato Doughnuts
I first tried these tasty treats at my sister's house and thought they were the best I'd ever had. They're...
Shepherd’s Inn Breakfast Pie
Running a bed-and-breakfast keeps us busy. Once in a while I get creative and try to improve on an already...
Grilled Eggplant Parmesan Stacks
We love eggplant Parmesan, but when it’s hot outside, the dish feels too heavy. Grilled eggplant slices topped with tomato,...
Grilled Portobellos with Mozzarella Salad
These colorful mushrooms are so filling, they're almost a meal in themselves. They can also be served with a small...
Texas Chocolate Cupcakes
My husband remembers his mother making "little black cupcakes with caramel icing." I never thought about putting caramel icing on...
Swiss Swirl Ice Cream Cake
With cake rolls, ice cream and hot fudge, this dessert suits anyone with a sweet tooth. Family and friends get...
Chicken Marsala Bake
My Marsala bake is a little different from the "normal" potluck dish, so it's a nice change of pace to...
Buttermilk Angel Biscuits
When I make these slightly sweet biscuits, sometimes I cut them and fold over one side about a third of...
Hungarian Walnut Torte
"This truly special cake with its creamy not-too-sweet filling is one I've made for years. People say it is excellent,"...
Very Vanilla French Toast
These French toast slices have creamy vanilla flavor from a convenient pudding mix, plus a hint of cinnamon. We like...
Dijon Grilled Pork Chops
My mom gave me the recipe for these savory chops with a sweet and tangy marinade. The apple juice and...
One-For-All Marinated Beef
"I use this great marinade not just for beef, but for everything I grill-from pork chops to chicken," notes Sue...
Double-Drizzled Biscotti
Semisweet and white chocolate drizzles give these biscotti a pretty look. The baking time is shorter than for some biscotti,...
Marinated Oranges
This flavorful fruit was actually the topping in a cake recipe. But I didn't want all the calories or fat...
Chicken Salad with Dijon Vinaigrette
I find myself turning to this quick and easy chicken salad for many weeknight dinners. It’s the perfect combination of...
BLT Tortillas
I first sampled these BLT wraps at a bridal luncheon years ago. Now I frequently make them for our weekly...
Chocolate-Cherry Cream Crepes
My 17-year old son calls me a gourmet cook whenever I make his favorite crepes. Sometimes, for a change, I...
Grandma’s Pecan Sandies
OUR GRANDCHILDREN go through these cookies like locusts in a wheat field! I always tell my husband to try hiding...
Chicken Poppy Seed Salad
Juicy berries, crisp sugar snap peas and crunchy pecans complement the lime-marinated chicken in this pretty salad. The homemade sweet-sour...
Rainbow Rotini Pasta Salad
Oodles of noodles plus plenty of fresh veggies make Debbie Albright's side dish a real meal-brightener. "I sometimes add extra...