Asian Vegetable Pasta
A little peanut butter and a sprinkling of peanuts give this side dish plenty of flavor. While red pepper flakes...
Green Beans with Mushrooms
This is a tried-and-true favorite! After I first tried this recipe, my family liked it so much they requested it...
Humble Bumble Crumble Bars
While developing a treat for my bingo group, I asked my husband for ideas. He suggested a fruity bar. This...
Black Forest Pie
With three active children, I don't usually fuss with fancy desserts. This one is simple but impressive--it's the one I...
Plum Anise Jam
Growing up, my father loved black licorice and all my siblings and I loved it as well. I still love...
Raspberry Cheesecake
This classic cheesecake is my family's favorite dessert and it is so delicious, I make it even in the winter...
White Chocolate Brie Cups
Try these unique little tarts as an appetizer before a special meal, or save them for a surprisingly different dinner...
Breakfast Burritos
I discovered breakfast burritos at a workshop of holiday breakfasts offered at our church. It was a big hit! It...
Roasted Pepper Chicken Penne
My husband calls me an aerobic cook because I can make this Italian dish in just 30 minutes. No one...
Crunchy Chocolate Mint Balls
Get a jump on the holidays by making these four-ingredient truffles and tucking them away in the freezer to save...
Chicken with Cherry Sauce
This tender moist chicken bakes in a savory sauce that combines cherries with soy sauce, orange juice and ginger. It's...
Ravioli with Shrimp Tomato Sauce
I came up with this recipe after I sampled a similar dish when my husband and I went out to...
Warm Crab Dip
Maryland’s Chesapeake Bay is known for crabs, and they’re a big favorite of ours. When fresh crabmeat is available, we’ll...
Chicken Stuffed with Walnuts, Apples & Brie
When I want a simple-to-do weeknight dinner, I often turn to chicken. In this recipe, the stuffing combines sweet and...
Broccoli Waldorf Salad
This salad is as easy to prepare as it is to eat! A colorful combination of apples, raisins and pecans...
Toffee Malted Cookies
As much as I delight in sharing these goodies, my family considers them "keepers". It's a wonder I ever get...
Savory Ham Cheesecake
My mom was the best cook—everything she made was special. She served this elegant cheesecake on Sunday following a Saturday...
Mocha Mousse Brownies
Chocolate is one of my favorite foods, and these dark chocolate goodies are the perfect pairing of coffee-flavored mousse and...
Lime Coconut Biscotti
My family loves this recipe! It’s great with that morning cup of coffee, delicious as an afternoon snack or after-dinner...
Blitz Torte
"In the 1930s, my three siblings and I always got to select the birthday cake we wanted, and I always...
Triple-Layer Banana Cake
A year-round family favorite, the recipe for this moist layer cake was passed on to me by my mother. My...
Rich and Creamy Potato Bake
Here's a delicious side dish that goes well with any meat entree. It's a wonderful recipe to make for potluck...
Garlic Shrimp Stir-Fry
This entree tastes wonderful and is pretty enough to serve to company. Most of the preparation can be done in...
Zucchini Bacon Quiche
I look forward to midsummer, when the zucchini is ready and I can prepare this yummy quiche. The crust is...
Chocolate Frosted Peanut Butter Cupcakes
Cupcakes aren’t just for girls! My dad and brothers love peanut butter cups—the inspiration for these goodies. —Alisa Christensen, Rancho...
Pepperoni Ziti Casserole
I took a traditional family recipe and put my own nutritious spin on it to create this casserole. The chopped...
Beef Hash Brown Pizza
Hash brown potatoes form the crust for this fun pizza variation. When my children were growing up, this dish became...
Cinnamon Rhubarb Muffins
When I was young, a good cook originally from Poland recommended this recipe to me. The tangy rhubarb center makes...
Tangy Meat Sauce
This is the best meat sauce I’ve ever tried. It’s economical, timely and absolutely delicious. I often prepare batches for...