Creamy Peppermint Patties
These smooth chocolate candies fill the bill for folks who like a little sweetness after a meal but don't want...
Quadruple Chocolate Chunk Cookies
Of all the recipes in my repertoire, I knew my Quadruple Chocolate Chunk Cookies would have the best shot of...
Glazed Roast Chicken
I like to make this for weeknight dinners. You can make this roast chicken with apricot glaze or quince jelly....
Creamy Chicken & Broccoli Stew
Shh! Don’t tell anyone! This recipe is so simple, but you’d never know it. My husband, who normally doesn’t like...
Butternut-Sweet Potato Pie
If you're looking for a memorable dessert, this custardlike pie will certainly fit the bill. It's super easy to put...
Andouille-Shrimp Cream Soup
This dish is a variation on a creamy southern Louisiana corn stew. The bold flavor of andouille sausage blends beautifully...
Raspberry Coconut Bars
I’ve been whipping up these delicious bars for over 10 years, with recent help from my 5-year-old daughter. I bake...
Corn and Spinach Salad
As a child, I loved the combination of fresh spinach, crunchy nuts, a good tangy cheese and red onions. I...
Cranberry Glazed Pork Roast
Meet the Cook: Many pork recipes were too spicy for me, so I decided to try this sweeter alternative. That...
Holiday Hideaways
People eagerly anticipate these tasty cookies as part of our "season's eatings" each year. The surprise cherry center surrounded by...
Cranberry Nut Swirls
This recipe originated with my sister-in-law. It gets used a lot over the holidays when we want to pull a...
Cashew Turkey Pasta Salad
Cashews add a nice crunch to this grilled turkey and spiral pasta combo. I first tasted this salad at a...
Chocolate Peppermint Scones
Try my decadent scones as a breakfast or brunch treat or a snack served with coffee and mint tea. They're...
Cranberry Waldorf Salad
Cranberries grow in the coastal area about 50 miles from our home. When they become available, I always make this...
Nutty Orange Snowballs
These nutty, buttery cookies will melt in your mouth, leaving just a trace of orange flavor. An old recipe from...
Austrian Apple Twists
This recipe has been one of my favorites for years. I like to make these sweet treats for special occasions...
Warm Chocolate Melting Cups
These little cakes have become a favorite of our guests. They are always surprised that such a chocolaty dessert is...
Slow-Cooked Mesquite Ribs
When we're missing the grill during winter, these tangy ribs give us that same smoky barbecue taste we love. They're...
Sauerkraut Stuffing
When my husband and I were married, I didn't know how to boil water. Now, many years later, there are...
Golden Squash Pie
Whether you take this yummy pie to a party or potluck, be prepare to share the recipe. An alternative to...
Spicy Mustard Turkey Pizza
A unique take on traditional pizza, this is an instant family favorite thanks to the tangy sauce and crisp crust....
Cranberry Almond Muffins
My youngest daughter, Elaine, made these wonderful muffins for breakfast when my husband and I were visiting her in Virginia....
Winning Cranberry Chutney
Meet the Cook: While searching for something to enhance the taste of fowl years ago, I discovered this recipe. I...
Turkey Waldorf Salad
A perfect combination of refreshing and filling, this salad is ideal for days when you don’t want to heat up...
Turkey Spinach Salad with Maple Dressing
"My husband and I love to hike in New England," writes Jessica Gerschitz of Jericho, New York. "The maple syrup...
Thai Chicken Pasta
I try to buy fresh chicken when it’s on sale. I cook a big batch in the slow cooker, then...
Thai-Style Green Beans
Thai for two, anyone? Peanut butter, soy sauce and hoisin sauce flavor this quick, fabulous bean dish.—Candy McMenamin, Lexington, South...
Rainbow Hash
To entice my family to eat outside their comfort zone, I use lots of color. This happy hash combines sweet...
Asparagus Leek Soup
This is one of my family's favorite soups. It's so good for you because of all the vegetables, and it's...