Southern Bourbon Pecan Pie
When I first made the original recipe for this bourbon-splashed pie, I added some vanilla extract and eliminated the flour....
Honey-Pecan Squares
When we left Texas to head north, a neighbor gave me so many pecans from his trees that my trunk...
Sour Cream & Chives Mashed Potatoes
This recipe is a family favorite that always stirs up good memories and moments. It's requested for Thanksgiving, Christmas, birthday...
No-Roll Pie Crust
Beginning pie bakers can expect success with this simple pat-in crust. Made with oil, it has a wonderful texture and...
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Tassies
This pumpkin and chocolate cookie has a special feel that makes it perfect for a holiday dessert table. If you...
Fig-Carrot Stuffed Kabocha Squash
While searching for a new winter squash variety, I stumbled upon kabocha squash—it really wowed me. The flavor and texture...
Portobello Risotto with Mascarpone
Portobello mushrooms add a beefy flavor to this creamy classic. Each serving is topped with soft, buttery mascarpone cheese, which...
Mushroom Panzanella
My fresh take on classic Italian bread salad pairs well with grilled or roasted meats. —Jennifer Beckman, Falls Church, Virginia
Celeriac & Garlic Mashed Potatoes
My family can't get enough of this comforting fall favorite, especially at Thanksgiving. I love the addition of the celeriac....
Bistro Turkey Calzone
Turkey, cheddar, bacon and apple harmonize in a sandwich that's perfect for a harvest meal. —DonnaMarie Ryan, Topsfield, Massachusetts
Quick Broccoli with Lemon Sauce
"Enjoy this refreshing, delicious alternative to traditional cheese and brocolli. The lemon sauce is great over cauliflower, too!"
Barbara...
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...
Clams Casino
Your guests will be impressed with our version of this classic upscale appetizer. Cayenne pepper nicely seasons the bread crumb...
Holiday Creamed Spinach
My mother made a variety of spinach dishes when I was growing up. This rich, delicious creamed version is the...
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...
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...
Leftover Turkey Croquettes
I grew up with a family that looked forward to leftovers, especially on the day after Thanksgiving. But we didn’t...
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...
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...
Company Mashed Carrots
Although I call these "company carrots," I'll often serve them on a weeknight to my family. No matter who's eating...
Mashed Peppery Turnips
I created this recipe in an attempt to use up a great turnip harvest from our garden, and to lighten...
Italian Artichoke-Green Bean Casserole
My mother and I made a few small changes to a recipe we found in a cookbook to create this...
Seasoned Roast Turkey
Rubbing the skin with melted butter keeps this simply seasoned turkey moist and tender. —Nancy Reichert, Thomasville, Georgia
Texas Pecan Rice
For a special holiday side dish, I dressed up an old recipe to give it a little more Texas character....
Make-Ahead Maple & Sage Gravy
Save those turkey wings! Then use this richly flavored stock in my pour-it-on-everything herbed gravy. —Angela Lively, Conroe, Texas
Maple-Sage Brined Turkey
When the leaves start turning, it’s turkey time at our house. We use maple-sage brine to help brown the bird...