Chewy Chocolate Cookies
This cookie recipe—a favorite of our four children—has been in my collection for years. Sometimes I'll substitute mint-flavored chips for...
Asparagus Soup
Each spring my husband takes our dogs and searches for wild asparagus. He's been so successful that I finally developed...
Canadian Cheese Soup
My family loves Canadian bacon, but I don't run across a lot of dishes that call for it. Everyone was...
Vegetable Pork Soup
Vanilla Bean Cheesecake with Chocolate Ganache
This recipe is the most recent cheesecake I gave to my mother for her birthday, and we all just loved...
Pasta & Broccoli Sausage Simmer
I created this meal when trying to use up a large head of broccoli. My family requests it at least...
Indian Spiced Chickpea Wraps
Raita, an Indian condiment made with yogurt, elevates this vegetarian dish to a satisfying gourmet wrap. If you're in the...
One-Pan Chicken Rice Curry
I've been loving the subtle spice from curry lately, so I incorporated it into this saucy chicken and rice dish....
Creamy Paprika Pork
When I was little, I would often ask my mom to make "favorite meat." She knew I was requesting this...
Honey Walleye
My state is known as the Land of 10,000 Lakes, so fishing is a favorite recreational activity here. This recipe...
Aunt Murna’s Jam Cake
I remember Aunt Murna telling me that she created her jam cake recipe as a young girl. She made improvements...
Ravioli Soup
We adore pasta, so I used it as the inspiration for this soup. The meaty tomato base pairs perfectly with...
Triple Fudge Brownies
When you're in a hurry to make dessert, here's a "mix of mixes" that's so convenient and quick. The result...
Ham Balls with Brown Sugar Glaze
These smoky-sweet meatballs are a Pennsylvania Dutch specialty. I like setting them out when folks come to visit. —Janet Zeger,...
Soft Molasses Cookies
I've tried a lot of molasses cookies since I was a girl on the farm, and as far as I'm...
Saucy Scalloped Potatoes
For old-fashioned flavor, try these scalloped potatoes. They cook up tender, creamy and comforting and chopped ham adds a hearty...
Chunky Chicken Noodle Soup
Marjoram and thyme come through nicely in this old-fashioned soup that tastes just like Grandma used to make. You can...
Magic Pumpkin Buckle
Meet the Cook: Probably my family's favorite pumpkin dessert, this is something I've been making since our two daughters were...
Hurry-Up Ham N Noodles
This rich-tasting dish is ready to serve in almost the time it takes to cook the noodles. I've made it...
Hot Crab Dip
I have a large family, work full time, and coach soccer and football, so I appreciate recipes that are easy...
Chocolate Truffles
You may be tempted to save these chocolate truffles for a special occasion since these smooth, creamy chocolates are divine....
Apple Coffee Cake
Tart sour cream flavors this moist apple cinnamon coffee cake covered with brown sugar and crunchy nuts. The yield is...
Mississippi Mud Cake
This cake features a fudgy brownielike base topped with marshmallow creme and a nutty frosting. Serve big slices with glasses...
Louisiana Jambalaya
My husband helped add a little spice to my life. He grew up on Cajun cooking, such as Louisiana jambalaya,...
Cornbread Chicken Bake
To make the most of leftover cornbread, try this hearty main dish casserole. It's moist, delicious and good on any...
Cordon Bleu Casserole
I often roast a turkey just to have leftovers for this creamy cordon bleu casserole. It makes for a pretty...
Zesty Sugar Snap Peas
Lemon-pepper seasoning and garlic make these crisp-tender sugar snap peas flavorful and an ideal accompaniment to a variety of entrees....
Contest-Winning Strawberry Pretzel Dessert
I love the sweet-salty flavor of this pretty, layered dessert. Sliced strawberries and gelatin top a smooth cream cheese filling...
Corn Spoon Bread
This slow-cooked spoon bread is more tender than corn pudding made in the oven, and the cream cheese is a...