

Candied Walnuts
Turn ordinary walnuts into a taste sensation with this simple recipe that’s prepared on the stovetop. With plenty of brown...

Overnight Pancakes
Our kids love waking up to these golden, fluffy pancakes. The buttermilk batter is refrigerated overnight, making them perfect for...

Lentil Tacos
This lentil taco recipe will fool even the meat eaters! Swapping out meat for cooked lentils while using all the...

Baked French Toast
Any day is special when Mom makes one of her French toast recipes, like this do-ahead baked version. —Jill Baughman,...

Hot Pineapple Ham Sandwiches
Your trusty slow cooker lets you make these warm, gooey sandwiches without heating up the house on a hot day....

Chipotle Beef Sandwiches
A jar of chipotle salsa makes it easy to spice up beef sirloin for these mouthwatering sandwiches. Keep this no-stress...

Black-Bottom Banana Bars
These bars stay very moist, and their rich banana and chocolate flavor is even better the second day. My mother-in-law...


Ground Beef Gyros
If your family likes gyros as much as mine, they'll love this easy version that's made with ground beef instead...

Cola Burgers
A friend who's an excellent cook shared this hamburger recipe with me, and it has since become a family favorite....

Cauliflower Lettuce Salad
This crispy crunchy salad captures the flavor of seven-layer salad with a few less layers and fuss. This is one...


Fruit Tart
It's well worth the effort to whip up this creamy fruit tart bursting with juicy berries. A friend gave me...


Campfire Potatoes
Crispy, cheesy potatoes on the fire sound like the right choice for the next time you’re camping.

Shrimp and Asparagus Risotto
Who said risotto has to be a hassle? This creamy shrimp and asparagus risotto can be made without the stirring...

Swiss Ham Kabobs
With melty cheese, juicy pineapple and salty ham, it's no surprise my daughter requests my kabobs on her May birthday....

Garlic & Herb Artichoke Salmon
If you’re new to cooking fish (or even if you’re a pro), this no-fail salmon recipe is one you have...


Strawberry Cheesecake Cupcakes
Strawberry cheesecake cupcakes serve all the flavors of a slice of cheesecake in a handheld treat. No plate or fork...

Sloppy Ottos
My version of sloppy joes comes from an old family recipe. Make these sandwiches even more German by stacking everything...

Spiced Pecans
Spiced pecans are sweet, salty and fragrant with cinnamon. They're a wonderful and easy-to-make snack or salad topper, and packed...

Dublin Potato Salad
You may never go back to "plain" potato salad once you've tried this recipe—I haven't! Dublin Potato Salad goes great...

Easy Ice Cream Sundae Dessert
In summer, nothing's better than ice cream sundaes. We kids couldn't wait to dig into this tempting dessert. It's...


Lemon Meringue Pie
Our lemon meringue pie has a balanced, sweet-tart filling and a fluffy toasted meringue topping.

Three-Chip English Toffee
With its melt-in-your-mouth texture and scrumptiously rich flavor, this is the ultimate toffee! Layered on top are three kinds of...

Macaroon Cherry Pie
I use homegrown cherries in this bountiful pie with its unique crunchy coconut topping. But I've found that purchased tart...


Cherry Pudding Cake
A cross between a cake and a cobbler, this cherry dessert is awesome. Add it to your list of trusty...

Slow-Cooker Fajitas
These slow-cooker fajitas are just about the easiest way to get dinner on the table. Be sure to serve them...

Lazy Man’s Ribs
I've made these tender ribs for a lot of my buddies—including my preacher. Some have even suggested that I try...


Buffalo Chicken Lasagna
This Buffalo chicken lasagna recipe combines two favorite comfort foods: classic Italian lasagna and hot wings with blue cheese.


Chicken Tortilla Soup
There's nothing quite like an easy soup recipe on a busy night. This flavor-packed chicken tortilla soup will warm up...


Blueberry Pancakes
The blueberries in our blueberry pancakes aren’t the only star of the show: cornmeal, oats, buttermilk and nutmeg give these...