Creamy Butterscotch Pudding
Deciding to make a real homemade dessert one night, I mixed up this pudding. It's from my favorite cookbook with...
Graham Cracker Banana Cream Dessert
"I entertain often, so this crowd-pleasing dessert is frequently on the menu," relates Evelyn Schmidt of Toms River, New Jersey....
Cranberry Fruit Relish
Rich color, a perky texture and tongue-tingling flavor make this relish a feast for the eyes and the taste buds....
Old English Trifle
Loaded with cake cubes and fruit, an old English trifle is always welcome at a holiday dinner. The creamy, homemade...
Six-Layer Coconut Cake with Lemon Filling
I found this recipe when going through my grandmother's old files. It was originally made with an orange filling, but...
Quick Coconut Bonbons
My family and friends never fail to include these chocolates on their Christmas wish list. Luckily, this recipe makes a...
Beet Spinach Salad
My husband and I like this salad's fresh taste and the fact that it uses beets, spinach, mint and onion,...
Mini Crab Cakes
Fresh crab is one of my all-time favorite foods so whenever I get the chance to cook with it I...
Raisin Pudding
This old-fashioned dessert tastes like the comforting long-cooked pudding Grandma used to make, but it really is quick and easy...
Lime Sherbet Molded Salad
For an eye-appealing addition to a picnic, potluck or other gathering, try this molded gelatin salad. With lovely color, creamy...
Skewered Ginger Beef
Jean Gaines of Russellville, Kentucky marinates and skewers several servings of this dish, freezing extras for future events. "Not only...
Tuna Cheese Omelet
One exceptional entree Sherri gets cracking on in advance is her Tuna Cheese Omelet. "I try to keep containers of...
Maple-Walnut Sticky Buns
Mmm! These ooey-gooey goodies will have everyone licking maple syrup from their fingers—and reaching for seconds. The yeast dough chills...
Peppermint White Hot Chocolate
My soothing white hot chocolate is a great warm-up after a wintry day spent sledding or ice skating. Or include...
Seafood Chowder with Seasoned Oyster Crackers
Chock-full of fish, shrimp and scallops, this comforting chowder has been pleasing my family for many years. The seasoned oyster...
Raspberry Vinegar Pork Chops
This recipe originally called for chicken; in addition to pork, I've tried it with grouse for a change of pace.
Gingered Pork and Asparagus
My husband and I really enjoy fresh asparagus. So we were thrilled when I found this recipe for asparagus and...
Cranberry Tea
This colorful tea with its sweet spicy flavor is a great winter warmer-upper. The aroma is sure to bring guests...
Marinated Steak with Grilled Onions
This marinade is magic —it will make even economy cuts of beef tender and delicious. —Gail Garcelon, Beaverton, Oregon
Flower Petal Sweet Rolls
I adapted this recipe from the back of a frozen dinner roll package. You can prepare the rolls the night...
Nut Fruit Bark
Here's a sophisticated version of fruit bark. Dark chocolate turns into a rich mocha flavor with the espresso powder. If...
Hungarian Pepper Soup with Romano Crisps
This is my delicious version of a classic comfort food from my childhood: stuffed peppers. The cream cheese gives it...
Chocolate Almond Drops
So much rich, chocolaty flavor, so little time! My trufflelike cookies are deceptively easy to make and look so elegant...
Chocolate-Cherry Ice Cream Cake
O say can you see this amazing dessert at your next gathering? I make it ahead of time and keep...
Carrots with Dill
Dorothy Pritchett of Wills Point, Texas shares a great way to present sweet, tender carrots. She glazes the colorful coins...
Mini Crab Tarts
Frozen phyllo tart shells bake up to crispy perfection that’s heavenly with this warm, rich, creamy filling. They’re a snap...
Chicken with Sugar Pumpkins & Apricots
When we have family gatherings, we give the slow cooker kitchen duty. This yummy chicken with pumpkin and apricots has...
Pressure-Cooker Cranberry Apple Red Cabbage
When I was looking for something new, I started playing with flavors and came up with this very tasty dish....
Brownie Sundaes
Cap off dinner with these Brownie Sundaes. With prepared brownies, I can fix this sweet treat in a flash. For...