Caramel Chex Mix
This wonderfully crunchy snack is loaded with cereal, pretzels and nuts—and coated with a not-too-sweet brown sugar mixture. Package this...
Rutabaga Carrot Casserole
This scoopable side with its sweet, crunchy topping makes a delightful alternative to the traditional sweet potato casserole. —Joan Hallford,...
Banana Blender Pancakes
This mouthwatering recipe is a hit with banana lovers! Whipping up the batter in the blender makes it simple and...
Crackled Cranberry Pecan Cookies
Cranberries, orange and nuts make one of my favorite flavor combinations, and this special drop cookie fits in particularly well...
Crab Cake Stuffed Mushrooms
These tender crab-stuffed mushrooms with their crispy golden topping are always popular at parties! The crab filling is a delicious...
Mint Swirl Fudge Cake
Mint pairs with a silky, mild chocolate flavor for this colorful, beautiful cake that will be the talk of the...
Shrimp and Cucumber Canapes
These cute stacks really stand out in a holiday appetizer buffet. Tasty, cool and crunchy, they come together in a...
Gruyere and Crab Palmiers
I keep these little bursts of flavor in my freezer so they can be pulled out and popped into the...
Spiced Walnuts
I pick my walnuts from a local tree, clean them and crack them myself—this recipe is worthy of my hard-won...
Italian Chocolate Spice Cookies
I recently found this old family recipe in my mom’s kitchen. I made a few adjustments to streamline the process,...
Chicken Parmesan Pizza
This tasty pizza is the perfect combo—quick and easy to make, and a winner with even picky eaters. It's a...
Apple, Butternut and Sausage Dressing
I'd heard about using squash in dressing, so I combined four things I love into one dish: apples, butternut squash,...
Apple Brandy Pecan Cake
My favorite apple cake is made with a shot of brandy and drizzled with caramel to set off the wonderful...
Spaghetti Squash with Apples, Bacon, and Walnuts
I've always loved spaghetti squash as an alternative to pasta and enjoy it in the classic marinara style, but I...
Ginger Crinkles
I came up with these cookies by combining ingredients from two other recipes. It's the perfect ginger cookie—crispy on the...
Smoked Salmon Pasta
This pasta originally came to be from the miscellaneous ingredients in my fridge, and depending on whom I'm cooking for,...
Honey Walnut Delights
Even after being frozen, these no-fail cookies stay moist and taste freshly baked. They are among my best holiday giveaway...
French-Fry Bake
When a friend brought this to a gathering at church, I simply had to ask for the recipe—what a fast...
Home Fries
When I was little, my dad and I would get up early on Sundays and make these for the family....
Mac ‘n’ Cheese Dinner
Don’t settle for ordinary mac and cheese. This version is my kids’ favorite, so I always make a huge pot....
Bonnie’s Chili
This chili is incredibly easy to make, and has a surprising depth of flavor for something that comes together in...
Green Bean and Cauliflower Casserole
I like to make my own savory cream sauce for the timeless green bean casserole. This time I added another...
Lunch-Box Chicken Soup
A friend gave me this recipe, and I tweaked a few things to make it healthier. It’s so delicious and...
Fruity Orange Dream
I learned this recipe from a fellow teacher when I was living in West Virginia. It's a standout for a...
Creamy Coconut Peppermint Pie
Garnished with toasted coconut and more peppermint candy, this creamy dessert welcomes the holidays! Look for premade shortbread crusts in...
Make-Ahead Creamy Fruit Salad
We love fruit salads for our holiday dinners. I experimented and came up with this delicious medley—it reminds us of...
Spicy Taco Meat
My husband and I love Tex-Mex food with all the fixings. Cooking the meat in the slow cooker makes prepping...
Chipotle Chicken Soup with Cornmeal Dumplings
I combined two of my favorite recipes and came up with this filling soup that has a Tex-Mex flair. The...
Chocolate Croissant Pudding
This new twist on traditional bread pudding is a decadent and delicious family favorite! —Sonya Labbe, West Hollywood, California