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When our granddaughter visits on weekends, I try to find something fun for her to do. This pineapple cherry dump...

This Dutch oven roast chicken recipe gets wonderful flavor from the celery, onion and parsley tucked inside. This is my...

This garden-fresh salad is a feast for the eyes as well as the palate. Add some crusty bread and you...

Light, creamy and smooth, this traditional New York cheesecake will melt in your mouth. It is made with a shortbread...

Everyone raves about this pretty lemon sour cream pound cake—and it sure doesn't last long with my family. It also...

I first made this cake for my fathers' birthday and now it is the only cake that he requests. This...

This lentil loaf is so flavorful, you won't miss the meat. And it's packed with fiber and nutrients. —Tracy Fleming,...

My family loves this grilled chicken, and I love having a healthy and tasty recipe that keeps my kitchen cool....

Here's a delicious holiday treat that's very rich and chocolaty. —Ruth Gordon, Lakewood, New York

When I make these yummy treats with my young grandson, Ben, I use an extra-big mixing bowl to prevent the...

This soft coconut custard pie has a mild coconut flavor. Who wouldn't love a generous slice topped with a dollop...

This simple but special deep-dish pie provides a down-home finish to hearty autumn meals. Pecans and pumpkin pie spices make...

My husband and I really enjoy this delicious meat loaf made with onion soup mix. You only need five ingredients...

Fresh berries and cream pie—it’s a simple, classic combination just like Grandma used to make. My version gets you out...

Ice cream gets a whole new use in this tender bread recipe that I pared down to serve two. Be...

Most people don't think about grapes when creating a canned pickle recipe. The pickling liquid for these grapes includes red...

These pecan tassies are very good for parties and special occasions. You'll probably want to double the recipe, because they'll...

This satisfying soup with a hint of cayenne is brimming with vegetables, chicken and noodles. The recipe is from my...

This easy chicken pesto sandwich recipe is just right for game day! The sandwiches are tasty as well as easy...

Refrigerated pie crust and a muffin tin make it easy to create these delicious spiced pumpkin tartlets. Dollop with whipped...

When I worked full time and needed a quick dessert to take to a potluck or a friend's home, this...

There are never any leftovers when I make this dish for a picnic, barbecue or any social gathering. —Priscilla Gilbert,...

My town is known as "the yam capital of the United States." These candied sweet potatoes go well with baked...

This chicken fajitas recipe is definitely on my weeknight dinner rotation. The marinated chicken in these popular wraps is mouthwatering....

This salmon dip is a delightful hors d'oeuvre that's excellent for any occasion. The combination of salmon, cream cheese and...

Peppermint lovers won't be able to get enough of these light and airy delights. They make terrific Christmas gifts or...

This mushroom meat loaf is comfort food at its best. Mushrooms, beef stock, tomato paste, Worcestershire and soy sauce help...

This pie's filling is like creamy pudding and is crowned with golden peaks of meringue. —Cary Letsche, Brandenton, Florida

My Italian lasagna roll-ups are not complicated; they require only basic ingredients to assemble. Prepared spaghetti sauce helps me save...