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Mouthwatering fresh raspberries star in this luscious pie. There's nothing to distract from the tangy berry flavor and gorgeous ruby...

My grandmother hand-wrote a cookbook. She included this amazing pie crust, and I added this delicious chicken potpie soup for...

I live in Georgia, but I appreciate the tangy, sweet and slightly spicy taste of Carolina vinegar chicken. I make...

This spicy jam recipe is from my Russian grandmother, who had no written recipes and who gave a few jars...

Meet the Cook: This recipe dates back to when our two girls - now 15 and 12 - were in...

Meet the Cook: Because these muffins are a bit heavier than many of the snack type, they are perfect for...

Don't let the basic ingredients fool you—this recipe has anything but ordinary taste. The hearty potatoes have a wonderful cheesy...

Several people told me it was the best soup that they'd ever had. The biggest compliment I ever received, though,...

I make these bite-sized treats as gifts for friends—and I get lots of thank-you notes in return. The mailman doesn't...

Here's a traditional shortbread recipe that's perfect with a cup of hot tea or coffee. It's a favorite during the...

My mom used to cut the corn off the cob to make this soup, but I use canned cream-style corn....

"I like simple recipes that get me out of the kitchen fast, so my husband and I can spend more...

Some people like this cheesy dip so much that they can't tear themselves away from the appetizer table to eat...

This is an easy dish to freeze ahead for company. A yummy combination of spiral pasta, crab and sauteed veggies...

My husband, who claims to be strictly a meat-and-potatoes man, asked for seconds the first time I threw together this...

My mom prepares this impressive-looking entree for the holidays and for other "company's coming" occasions. The savory rice stuffing goes...

This New England boiled dinner has been a popular dish among our family for a long time. When we moved...

A must for any Mexican meal at my house, try these enchiladas as a main dish or include them as...

Folks have been flipping over this peach upside-down cake for generations. This dessert is very popular with my family and...

The gooey caramel on top really makes this cheesecake. It's definitely a family favorite. —Rena Fields, Sackets Harbor, New York

This recipe was created specifically for church suppers. It's a simple meal when served with cheese and crackers. —Vera Tollefsen,...

Our son, a restaurant owner, showed me how to make this Garlic Lime Shrimp dish. I take advantage of this...

This slightly spicy dip cleverly captures the flavor of Buffalo chicken wings. Using canned chicken eases preparation. —Allyson DiLascio, Saltsburg,...

This recipe gets compliments galore! I've given these fruit pies to new neighbors or anyone who needed a pick-me-up. They...

Turmeric lends flavor and a pretty golden color to this Spanish-style entree. Haven’t tried arborio rice? You’ll love its creamy...

Leftover beef is the star in a skillet dinner that's perfect for two. Chopped tomatoes and Parmesan cheese add color...

As children, we always requested this dish for our birthday dinners. Our mother got the recipe from her grandmother. Now...

My grandmother first used this recipe for gingerbread more than 100 years ago. I remember that the kitchen smelled like...

When I want a break from butters or jams, I like to whip up this simple spread. All of the...