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I like to make my own savory cream sauce for the timeless green bean casserole. This time I added another...

This wonderfully crunchy snack is loaded with cereal, pretzels and nuts—and coated with a not-too-sweet brown sugar mixture. Package this...

When I first made this cake it was snowing outside, the entire family was home, and we enjoyed it all...

This delicious spiced apple cocktail is a must for winter parties. It's a winning alternative to an alcoholic punch. Keep...

I learned this recipe from a fellow teacher when I was living in West Virginia. It's a standout for a...

This fruity, healthy smoothie is a big hit with kids and adults alike because it tastes like a treat and...

I pick my walnuts from a local tree, clean them and crack them myself—this recipe is worthy of my hard-won...

Cranberries, orange and nuts make one of my favorite flavor combinations, and this special drop cookie fits in particularly well...

The flavor combination here reminds me of baklava—without the hours of work! These bars are perfect for holiday gifts, party...

Garnished with toasted coconut and more peppermint candy, this creamy dessert welcomes the holidays! Look for premade shortbread crusts in...

This beautiful holiday dish is a big hit at our house. We serve it on wheat or other crispy crackers....

You can use this recipe for parties as an appetizer or for dinner gatherings as the first course. The rustic...

This is a family recipe that was handed down to me. The coconut and orange combination gives them a distinctive...

I go on vacation with my best friend to Michigan every July. Her cousin is allowed to come, too—but only...

A pizza version of the sloppy joe, this hot and melty open-faced sandwich is a surefire kid pleaser. Adults love...

A peppermint martini is perfect for a fun Christmastime gathering of friends. Crushed candy canes on the rim add festive...

This is a recipe that I made into my own—a friend served a layered appetizer paired with crackers, and I...

Orange and cranberry form the base of this incredibly smooth holiday punch, hitting just the right seasonal note. Feel free...

This recipe is made for butternut squash lovers, with pureed squash in the sauce and squash pieces in the casserole...

This recipe's wow factor makes it perfect for special occasions. To save time, the asparagus and prosciutto can be roasting...

These tender crab-stuffed mushrooms with their crispy golden topping are always popular at parties! The crab filling is a delicious...

I came up with these cookies by combining ingredients from two other recipes. It's the perfect ginger cookie—crispy on the...

I've always loved spaghetti squash as an alternative to pasta and enjoy it in the classic marinara style, but I...

When set in the middle of the table, this hearty beef pie is the center of attention. With chunks of...

This pasta originally came to be from the miscellaneous ingredients in my fridge, and depending on whom I'm cooking for,...

We love fruit salads for our holiday dinners. I experimented and came up with this delicious medley—it reminds us of...

The deep red of the cranberries and red cabbage makes this a perfect fit for a Christmas spread. Adults and...

This navy bean soup is heartwarming comfort food at its best. It's my signature soup that I make for my...

This mouthwatering recipe is a hit with banana lovers! Whipping up the batter in the blender makes it simple and...