How to Cook

Growing up, I loved to heat up a Pepperidge Farm blueberry tart for an after-school treat. I decided I'd try...

My family loves navy bean soup! Beans were a commodity you did not survive without in the '30s. This excellent...

Folks will enjoy a change from traditional chili when they dip their spoons into this flavorful blend of tender chicken,...

I make many batches of this minty peppermint fudge to give as Christmas gifts. It's not too sweet, so it...

Everyone who has tried these cookies says they're the best they've ever eaten. I'm sure the addition of pudding mix...

With the classic combination of chocolate and peanut butter, it's no surprise these are my family's favorite cookies. Because of...

I’m all about the sweeter side of dips, and this brownie-batter variety fits in with my life’s philosophy: Chocolate makes...

During the warm months, it's nice to have this fluffy, no-bake peanut butter pie that's a snap to make. Packed...

Santa is sure to stop by your house if you leave these minty triple-chocolate peppermint cookies waiting for him. They're...

This is my son's all-time favorite cookie. He will share just about anything, but these are an exception...he gobbles them...

This smooth, satin chocolate ganache recipe will bring a touch of elegance to even the most basic cake. A simple...

We often think of sweet potatoes in a supporting role as a side dish, mashed, baked whole, cubed and roasted....

A local restaurant serves a similar cheeseburger soup but wouldn't share its recipe with me. I developed my own, modifying...

When my sister-in-law served these at a family party years ago, we all kept reaching for "just one more". I...

I found this treasure in my mom’s recipe box years ago. It is quick to prepare and makes the house...

I combine fresh broccoli with cheddar cheese for a stunning side dish that appeals to everyone...even kids!—Elaine Luther, Homosassa, Florida

Turkey sliders with ginger, horseradish and cranberry sauce refrigerate well, so I keep them ready for get-togethers when we bake...

Sliders are the perfect finger food for any get-together, and this flavorful chicken Parmesan version won’t disappoint. —Nick Iverson, Denver,...

This satisfying potato soup has a velvety texture that's not too thick or too thin. The subtle flavors of beer...

Fans of spicy chicken wings will love this rendition that turns it into pizza. Serve it up with blue cheese...

Bird is the word when it comes to these wings. They’re baked to a perfect golden brown and hum with...

For a change from spicy Buffalo sauce, try these sweet and sticky wings. There's a good chance they'll become your...

Warm up your family with this easy mashed-potato-topped casserole featuring tender chicken, sweet corn and sugar snap peas in a...

Between Thanksgiving and Christmas I bake 200 loaves of bread.—Douglas Jennings, Ottawa, Kansas

Had a full day of sledding, shopping or decorating? Settle in for a family-pleasing meal of homemade pizza. With a...

These 2-ingredient biscuits make a satisfying accompaniment to any meal. I never made biscuits until I tried this recipe, now...

For a dear friend’s going-away party, I made a juicy brisket and turned it into sliders. If you cook the...

There's no better way to use up leftover St. Patrick's Day corned beef, cabbage and potatoes than to make a...

A few years ago, I found this zucchini quiche recipe that's quick to prepare and freezes well, too. Just put...