Gingersnap Dip
I serve this dip in a clean plastic pumpkin at all of our fall church gatherings. It's a nice way...
Chocolate Ganache Tarts
Decadent, chocolate mousse-like filling and a flakey, tender crust make this very special. Be sure to coat hands well with...
Cornish Hens with Rice Dressing
THIS IS a perfect main dish when you're cooking for two. I've even used these hens as a stand-in for...
Mom’s Carrot Casserole
Rich and cheesy, this casserole is the very best way to eat carrots. Pretty orange slices peek out from under...
Pecan Baked Apples
Cooked in the microwave, these desserts offer a time-saving twist on tradition. They're stuffed with dried cherries, nuts and brown...
Grape and Cabbage Salad
This is a recipe I created using the grapes grown in our state. The flavor and texture brings many compliments,...
Microwave Corn Pudding
Here’s a favorite homestyle casserole that is ready to pop in the microwave in about 15 minutes. It is a...
Brownie Tarts
Sharon Wilkins of Grande Pointe, Ontario says, "I often take these bite-size chocolate goodies to potluck dinners for our country...
Baked Apple French Toast
This is a simply wonderful brunch recipe that tastes special and will have your guests asking for seconds. I serve...
Apricot Peach Cobbler
Whenever I'm baking with apricots, I recall picking them fresh from my aunt's tree more than 25 years ago. They...
Herb-Roasted Game Hens
These golden Cornish hens, shown at right, are seasoned with basil, sage and thyme for plenty of flavor. They're simple...
Mushroom Turnovers
"I love these tasty little turnovers hot or cold," writes Joanne Migliozzi-Beers from Mesquite, Nevada. "They're great for parties or...
Icebox Butterhorns
These beautiful golden rolls just melt in your mouth! People will be impressed when these appear on your table. —Judy...
Artichoke Tomato Bisque
Tomatoes and roasted sweet red pepper pair up to create a fabulous base for this herb cream soup. Serve it...
Cream Cheese Deviled Eggs
Peas and bacon give this traditional appetizer a nice little twist. A family favorite, these deviled eggs are always first...
Gingerbread Coffee Cake
At our house, we love gingerbread that’s not too sweet. To sweeten it, mix confectioners' sugar, milk and vanilla extract...
Pumpkin-Pecan Baked Oatmeal
Here’s a yummy wintertime treat. My husband rarely eats in the morning, but when I make my baked oatmeal, he...
Roasted Brussels Sprouts & Cauliflower
My grandkids were never huge fans of cauliflower, but the bacon makes a big difference in this dish. They like...
Creamy Cheese Potatoes
This easy potato dish is a comfort food classic. It’s popular at winter gatherings. —Greg Christiansen, Parker, Kansas
Lemon Ginger Icebox Cake
Everyone searches for grand desserts that have easy ingredients and minimal effort. My lemony ginger icebox cake is the answer....
Traditional Holiday Stuffing
Sausage and sage add a gourmet taste to this stuffing. It's perfect for large family gatherings, but you can also...
Molasses-Bourbon Pecan Pie
Guests’ mouths water when they glimpse this southern charmer. Its flaky crust perfectly complements the rich, nutty filling. —Charlene Chambers,...
Makeover Stuffed Potato Appetizers
We barely noticed the difference in this lightened-up version of our favorite dish. We tried it with friends and loved...
Apple Oatmeal Crisp
Microwaving brings out the natural sweetness in this warm and comforting apple oatmeal crisp. —Anna Mae Kocher, Sunman, Indiana
Orange Spice Cake
Field editor Connie Simon of Reed City, Michigan likes to serve slices of this gingerbread-like cake with whipped topping, but...
Sweet Cornbread
This corn bread goes well with just about anything. I always make it when we have chili. The sour cream...
Caramelized Onion Mashed Potatoes
Caramelized onions give a sweet and savory taste to this side dish from our Test Kitchen. Prepared with red potatoes,...
Yum-Yum Cake
This cake has been a family favorite ever since my mom received the recipe from a neighbor. My husband's co-workers...
Gingered Sweet Potatoes
Here's an easy and attractive way to spruce up sweet potatoes for your Thanksgiving dinner. Field editor Billie Moss of...