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    Peach-Basil Lemonade Slush

    3 reviews

    This chilly slush with peaches, lemon juice and garden-fresh basil is hands-down the best lemonade ever. It tastes just like...


    Coconut-Pineapple Rhubarb Bars

    1 review

    I make this crunchy, buttery dessert bar with homegrown rhubarb. For an added attraction, serve it warm with frozen yogurt...


    Triple Citrus Scones

    6 reviews

    I love the bright and buttery flavor of these tender scones with glaze that soaks in. Serve them with a...


    Banana-Hazelnut Pain Perdu Duet

    The ultimate breakfast at our house is French toast with warm bananas and Nutella. Pass it around with confectioners' sugar,...


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    Humble Bumble Crumble Bars

    2 reviews

    While developing a treat for my bingo group, I asked my husband for ideas. He suggested a fruity bar. This...


    Garden Cucumber Salad

    3 reviews

    If you like cucumber salad like I do, this one’s a cool pick. It’s a mix of fresh veggies, feta...


    Garlic Bread Pasta Torte

    3 reviews

    My kids love to stuff spiral pasta inside bread for a clever dinner torte. We save the bread crusts to...


    Strawberry Cream Floats

    4 reviews

    When it starts warming up in Colorado, my kids ask for ice-cold treats. This rosy pink cream float is one...

    Sausage-Vegetable Egg Bake

    1 review

    When we were kids, our mom tucked homegrown Swiss chard inside this comfy casserole. Now I grow the chard, make...


    Orange Chocolate Chip Scones

    4 reviews

    My family asks for these scones all the time, but I like to save this special treat just for celebrations....


    Slow-Cooker Chorizo Breakfast Casserole

    5 reviews

    My kids ask for this hearty slow-cook casserole for breakfast and dinner. I’ve served it with white country gravy or...


    Rainbow Hash

    5 reviews

    To entice my family to eat outside their comfort zone, I use lots of color. This happy hash combines sweet...


    Lemon-Raspberry Ricotta Pancakes

    1 review

    I was raised in a home where stacks of freshly cooked pancakes were the norm every Sunday morning. I keep...


    Bacon Bolognese

    4 reviews

    Pasta with ground beef was a family staple while I was growing up. I’ve added bacon, ground pork, white wine...


    Streusel-Topped Blueberry Waffle Casserole

    3 reviews

    I had company coming and needed a new breakfast casserole, so I made up this nutty idea using waffles. My...


    Cheesy Potato Egg Bake

    6 reviews

    I whipped up this cozy egg bake with potato crowns for an easy “brinner.” Use add-ins you like – sweet...


    Cranberry Chip Monkey Bread

    Monkey bread is no stranger at our house, but I wanted a holiday version. This one with cranberries and eggnog...

    Sacher Torte Squares

    5 reviews

    Sacher torte is a Viennese cake that requires several steps. My squares are an easy alternative, but they still feature...


    Ham & Green Onion Biscuits

    6 reviews

    I started with my grandmother’s biscuits and added a bit of my personality. When I make these with my kids,...


    Slow Cooker Curry Chicken

    2 reviews

    My husband travels for business and discovered that he likes Indian cuisine. Chicken curry with apricots has all the delicious...


    Fiesta Beef & Cheese Skillet Cobbler

    5 reviews

    I tweaked my beefy skillet cobbler until it achieved the wow factor. It's now a family tradition. Top it off...


    Sour Cream and Cranberry Bars

    4 reviews

    I turned sour cream raisin pie into a cookie bar with a crunchy oatmeal crust, custard-style filling and crisp topping....


    Must-Have Tiramisu

    4 reviews

    This is the perfect guilt-free version of a classic dessert. My friends even say that they prefer my lighter recipe...

    Feta Steak Tacos

    I love tacos, and came up with this version to make them with Mediterranean flavors as opposed to Mexican. They...


    Spicy Sweet Potato Kale Cannellini Soup

    3 reviews

    This cross between a soup and a stew fits the meatless Monday bill quite nicely. It warms you right up,...


    Cranberry-Kissed Chocolate Silk

    1 review

    I combined fresh cranberry salad with the rich custard known as pots de crème, and the result is ever so...


    Andouille Sausage Soup

    7 reviews

    I make a soup every football Sunday. I came up with this recipe because I wanted to use lots of...


    Olive & Onion Quick Bread

    6 reviews

    I’ve been baking for over 50 years and I never get tired of trying new recipes for my family, friends...


    Roasted Cauliflower with Tahini Yogurt Sauce

    I created my own cauliflower recipe in honor of my grandma, who taught me to love this delicious and healthy...