
Cucumber-Melon Smoothies
My cool honeydew and cucumber smoothie has only five ingredients. I sometimes add a small avocado to make it extra...

Strawberry-Carrot Smoothies
My children resist veggies, but they love this carrot smoothie. It packs in lots of good-for-you fruits and veggies—but to...

Pineapple-Coconut Smoothie
Use fresh or frozen fruits in this coconutty recipe. It's like a pina colada, but better for you and more...

Sonoran Sunset Watermelon Ice
If you didn’t think watermelon and cilantro could go together in a dessert, this recipe will be a pleasant surprise!...

Fruity Red Smoothies
This thick, tangy drink combines the refreshing flavors of cranberries, raspberries and strawberries. Once you start sipping it, it disappears...

Raspberry Sorbet
With an abundant crop of fresh raspberries from the backyard, it's no wonder why I rely on this dessert for...

Herbed Onion Salad Dressing
My dad is an excellent cook and this is one of his favorites. The slightly sweet dressing has plenty of...


Homemade Mayonnaise
Pssst! Did you know America’s top-selling condiment and go-to dressing for chicken, tuna and potato salad can be prepared with...

Picante Sauce
Use this picante sauce, which is a smooth version of salsa, on top of eggs, beans, nachos or anything else!

Hazelnut Mocha Smoothies
This smooth blend of coffee, cocoa and nutty flavors is better than any coffeehouse version we've tried. Try it, and...

Cream of Carrot Soup
Creamy carrot soup is a delightful blend of sweet carrots and herbs into a luxurious soup. It is perfect for...

Horchata
In this Horchata recipe, the mixture of ground rice and almonds is accented with a hint of lime. Depending on...

Instant Latte Mix
Do you have to buy a gift for a coffee drinker? This mix is a fantastic, frugal substitution to coffee...

Roasted Red Pepper Soup
Use jars of roasted and marinated peppers as a speedy shortcut to smoky, creamy roasted red pepper soup.

Merry Berry Salad
Dried cranberries, crunchy apple chunks and toasted almonds dress up this crisp green salad. It's drizzled with a sweet-tart dressing...

Copycat McDonald’s Mocha Frappe
A copycat McDonald's mocha frappe recipe saves you time and money at the drive-thru. Here's how to make it at...

Double Hot Horseradish Mustard
My family enjoys spicy food so this recipe is wonderful for us. We add it to sandwiches.—Madeline Cole, Willow, Alaska

Kiwi Smoothies
Sweet and tangy, not to forget quick and easy to make, kiwi smoothies are a healthy treat that everyone will...

Yellow Split Pea Soup
This hearty and flavorful yellow split pea soup blends tender split peas with sauteed onions and celery, finished with a...

Swedish Pancakes
When we spend the night at my mother-in-law's house, our kids beg her to make these crepe-like, Swedish pancakes for...

Strawberry Malts
Strawberry malts are an old-fashioned twist on strawberry milkshakes. Juicy strawberries, sweet strawberry syrup and creamy vanilla ice cream are...

Watermelon Margarita
Upgrade a classic lime margarita with this watermelon margarita recipe. The pretty, pink drink uses a sugared rim and blended...

Pasta with Creamy Fennel Sauce
When pureeing fennel one day, I realized its velvety texture would make for a creamy, delicious pasta sauce—without all the...

Creamy Fudge Frosting
For every occasion that calls for chocolate frosting, keep this fudgy recipe close by. With just five ingredients from the...

Strawberry Cheesecake Ice Cream
Strawberry cheesecake ice cream is the perfect summer treat. Pureed strawberries, cream cheese, two types of cream, and graham cracker...

S’mores Milk Shake
When cabin fever hits, we whip up a beverage that tastes like s’mores. Oven-toasted marshmallows and a blender make it...

Watermelon-Strawberry Cooler
My family gulps this frosty cooler because we love, love, love watermelon. The strawberries give it an extra pop. This...

Honeydew & Prosciutto Salad
For parties, I turn melon and prosciutto into an easy salad with a honey mustard dressing. To add zip, stir...

Spinach Salad with Tortellini & Roasted Onions
Spinach and tortellini go so well together, and this salad makes an easy meal with leftover cooked chicken. What really...