Grilled Steak Kabobs
Many times, I must come up with recipes requiring only ingredients already in my pantry. This is one of them....
Country-Fried Steaks
This down-home recipe reminds me of my mother, who was raised in the South. It calls for cube steak instead...
Li’l Cheddar Meat Loaves
I got this recipe from my aunt when I was a teen and have made these miniature loaves many times...
Contest-Winning Easy Minestrone
This minestrone soup recipe is special to me because it’s one of the few dinners my entire family loves. And...
Lavender Peach Gelato
This sophisticated herbal gelato can be served as an appetizer, a palate-pleaser between courses or a sweet, elegant dessert that...
Swedish Meatballs
Mom fixed this Swedish meatball recipe for all sorts of family dinners, potluck suppers and PTA meetings. The scent of...
Snickerdoodle Blondie Bars
When asked to bring a dessert for my boys' football team to share, I whipped up these unique blondies and...
Slow Cooker Red Beans & Sausage
Being from Louisiana, my go-to comfort food is red beans and rice. The Crock-Pot makes it so easy and the...
Orange Dream Mini Cupcakes
The bright taste of these cute cupcakes reminds me and my friends of orange-and-vanilla frozen treats. —Jen Shepherd, St. Peters,...
Buttery Coconut Bars
My coconut bars are an American version of a Filipino coconut cake called bibingka. These are a crispier, sweeter take...
Chocolate-Covered Cherry Delights
Chocolate-covered cherries were my dad’s favorite candy, so I designed these cookies for him. They’re super-cute with a fudgy sauce...
Confetti Cornbread
My grandmother Virginia always served Southwest cornbread. To honor her, I created a recipe that cuts down on the chopping...
Black Bean & Chicken Enchilada Lasagna
Twice a month I make chicken enchiladas, lasagna-style. It’s a regular with us because assembly is easy and my whole...
Fiesta Appetizer
This dip is always a big hit with men—maybe because of the hearty blend of flavors. It stands up great...
Rhubarb Pecan Muffins
I usually make these for breakfast and as a coffee-time snack. I also like using my rhubarb for pies and...
Quick Savory Cheese Soup
This delicious soup recipe was shared by a friend and instantly became a hit with my husband. Its big cheese...
Frozen Cranberry Banana Salad
A luscious combination of sweet and tangy, crunchy and creamy, this pretty salad makes a great side dish or dessert....
Steak with Chipotle-Lime Chimichurri
Steak gets a flavor kick from chimichurri. This piquant, all-purpose herb sauce is so versatile, it complements most any grilled...
Buffalo Wing Poppers
These buffalo chicken poppers combine the flavor of hot wings and jalapeño appetizers to make a snack greater than the...
Au Gratin Potato Pancakes
Family and friends say these cheesy potato pancakes are among the best they’ve ever tasted. Have them at breakfast or...
Asian Turkey Lettuce Wraps
Chopped frozen vegetables make these Asian turkey lettuce wraps a snap. Add some chili sauce if you want to spice...
Sausage Zucchini Skillet
I began serving a version of this dish as a side with grilled salmon. I added sausage and rice—or noodles—to...
Spice-Rubbed Ribs
For grilling, here's the rub I recommend. It's made with a wonderful blend of spices. If you have some left...
Apple Thyme Chicken
Apples and chicken may seem like an unusual combination, but they make a wonderful meal when grilled to perfection. The...
Cream Cheese Chicken Soup
After tasting a similar soup in a restaurant, I went home and cooked up my own version. It's so soothing...
Spinach Turkey Meatballs
Our children call these "Gramby Meatballs" because the recipe came from my dear mother-in-law. It's a great way to make...
Contest-Winning Fresh Blueberry Pie
I've been making this blueberry pie recipe for decades since the ingredients for the filling are readily available in Michigan....
Frosty Coffee Pie
This pie was inspired by my husband, who loves coffee ice cream, and his mom, who makes a cool, creamy...
Candy Bar Cupcakes
Everyone in my family loves cupcakes, so I experimented to create these cupcakes that fit my family's tastes. I also...