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Serve these south-of-the-border meat pies whenever your family has worked up an especially hearty appetite. You'll see satisfied smiles all...

I received this recipe from my daughter-in-law. It makes a delicious dish for a potluck—everyone loves it!—Marie Giegerich, Dubuque, Iowa

This is an old German recipe handed down from generation to generation, using foods grown or raised on the family...

The hint of chocolate in this moist cake is an unexpected flavor and a nice surprise.

Creamy, cheesy and loaded with bacon, this comforting casserole immediately makes guests feel at home. —Cyndy Gerken, Naples, Florida

I found this recipe back in the late '80s and knew it was a special cake. The caramel icing can...

These cookies are especially cozy at Christmastime, but are wonderful all year long. Try them dipped into hot tea or...

Making flavored sea salt is so easy. Mix in grated lemon peel and minced rosemary for a delicious way to...

While traveling to Taiwan, I had the pleasure of trying a unique vegetable dish that included fresh pumpkin. It inspired...

My grandmother Virginia always served Southwest cornbread. To honor her, I created a recipe that cuts down on the chopping...

Being from Louisiana, my go-to comfort food is red beans and rice. The Crock-Pot makes it so easy and the...

Carrot puree pairs beautifully with anything from roasted meat to grilled fish. Cook the carrots fully to ensure a velvety...

Apple doughnuts remind me of family trips to South Dakota. We’d stop at Wall Drug for a dozen or so...

Carrots make a super side—they are big on flavor and a breeze to cook. Plus, I can actually get my...

The bright taste of these cute cupcakes reminds me and my friends of orange-and-vanilla frozen treats. —Jen Shepherd, St. Peters,...

I created this twist on a Bellini when a friend gave me some Asian pears she grew in her backyard....

By caramelizing onions, broiling peppers and whipping up a homemade aioli with fresh herbs, you will add dimensions of flavor...

This main dish is simple enough for a weeknight, but the cranberries also make it a perfect choice for a...

In our area, olives, walnuts, pomegranates and oranges are grown locally, and I love using them in recipes. I include...

If you're planning a picnic, make this pasta a day ahead. For my husband's lunch at work, I sometimes tie...

I'm a big fan of homemade biscuits, but not the rolling and cutting that goes into making them. The drop-biscuit...

I have fond memories of picking blueberries and enjoying icy cold lemonade at my aunt’s house. This cookie is an...

As an Army general, my stepdad got this beef short ribs recipe from his aide, who said it was his...

When asked to bring a dessert for my boys' football team to share, I whipped up these unique blondies and...

A luscious combination of sweet and tangy, crunchy and creamy, this pretty salad makes a great side dish or dessert....

This dip is always a big hit with men—maybe because of the hearty blend of flavors. It stands up great...

I usually make these for breakfast and as a coffee-time snack. I also like using my rhubarb for pies and...

There always seems to be a glut of zucchini...with every gardener having more than he or she can use! So...

Compliments crop up as fast as vines when folks sample this zucchini casserole. Even those who generally don't like zucchini...