Strawberry Kiwi Dessert
In the heat of summer, folks will look foreword to a light dessert like this. The season's finest fruits are...
Pickled Carrot Salad
"Years ago, we enjoyed chilled pickled carrots in a restaurant," recalls Pat Walter of Pine Island, Minnesota. "They were so...
Buttermilk Bran Muffins
From Greenbush, Michigan, Anita Kay Brown shares these moist, sweet muffins with a decadent taste. She writes, “Over the years,...
Cranberry-Stuffed Pork Chops
A moist cornbread-cranberry stuffing complements these tender chops from Loree Reininger of Polk City, Florida. The recipe can easily be...
Whole Wheat Gingerbread
Gingerbread is an old favorite because it's simple to make. I learned that pioneers served gingerbread with meals, but now...
Butter Rings
Mother used to make this coffee cake for special occasions. She clipped it from a newspaper more than 55 years...
Apple Turnovers with Custard
I'm almost finished writing my own cookbook. When I was working on the apple section, I knew I had to...
Apple Cinnamon Granola
Granola is a healthier alternative to many snacks and is stored at room temperature. This crunchy treat is great as...
Creme de Menthe Cream Puff Tree
A tower of creme de menthe-flavored puffs makes a spectacular centerpiece for your dessert table. Guests will have this sumptuous...
Maraschino Cherry Rice Pudding
As a grandmother, I've been cooking for many years and love to share my recipes. This pretty pastel dessert is...
Soupy Joes
In Mesa, Arizona, Patricia Novak uses a can of vegetable soup to dress up her sloppy joes. "When our children...
Jack Skellington Pops
Cake mix makes quick work of these cake pops decorated to look like Jack the Pumpkin King from The Nightmare...
Gingered Apricot-Apple Crumble
This crumble is tasty hot or cold, plain or topped with ice cream. If you're not fond of apricots, leave...
Date Pudding Cobbler
There were eight children in my family when I was a girl, and all of us enjoyed this cobbler. I...
Easy Apple Betty
I've been cooking since I was a young girl and am always on the lookout for easy yet delicious dishes....
Homemade Spicy Hot Sauce
I created this spicy recipe one day using what I had available from my garden: hot peppers, carrots, onions and...
Peach-Blueberry Preserves
As a child I helped my grandmother can summer fruits and vegetables. I didn't always appreciate this activity when I...
Pineapple Chicken Paradise
You'll think you've traveled to the tropics when you bite into this inviting chicken salad, served in an attractive pineapple...
Cheesy Bagel Bites
Here's a simple recipe that adds zippy flavor to everyday bagels. Beck Ruff of Monona, Iowa recommends this speedy method...
Coconut Pineapple Pops
There's a taste of the tropics in these shivery sensations pairing pineapple and coconut. With these sunny color and creamy...
Strawberry Yogurt Trifle
This dessert is a favorite in my family. Since it requires only five ingredients, it's a breeze to put together....
Cherry Angel Dessert
This dessert is easy to decorate for the holidays, and it's perfect for family reunions.—Viorene Larson, Sious Falls, South Dakota
Apricot Raisin Rugelach
Rugelach is a classic addition to holiday trays. The flaky, buttery pastry slices encase a spiced fruit and walnut filling....
Orange Couscous
Here’s a fabulous, healthy side dish that features a delightful blend of fresh herbs and sunny citrus flavors. Says Kathleen...
Whole Wheat English Muffins
I got this hearty whole wheat English muffin recipe many years ago from the county Extension service. I love the...
Chocolate Molten Cakes
Be prepared to swoon when you dip into this indulgent flourless cake and warm chocolate oozes from its center. This...
Power Lasagna
When my husband and I wanted to live healthier, our first step was to eat more power foods, such as...
Tilapia with Fiesta Rice
I often use my husband’s fresh-caught bass or catfish for this recipe, but tilapia, salmon and even chicken will do....
Ginger Fried Rice
For variety and color, I like to combine at least two types of vegetables in this fried rice recipe. It's...