
Spiced Pear Bread
My mom and I put up our own pears, so I always have plenty on hand when I want to...

Turkey Quesadillas with Cranberry Salsa
A sweet-tart cranberry salsa is the ideal accompaniment to leftover turkey in this breezy quesadilla. With a hint of lemon...

Jellied Champagne Dessert
This refreshing dessert looks just like a glass of bubbling champagne.—Vickie McLaughlin, Kingsport, Tennessee

Almond Pear Tart
I had never seen a "pie without a pan" until my daughter brought back this wonderful pear almond tart recipe...

Orange Jelly Candies
Making candy is my favorite thing to do. I've been collecting candy recipes for more than 40 years and have...


Soft Dinner Rolls
These soft dinner rolls are relatively easy to make. Give yourself time to properly knead and rise the dough before...

Lemon Fudge
It’s hard to believe something this melt-in-your-mouth smooth and delicious can be made with so few ingredients in such little...


Skillet Sausage Stuffing
To make this sausage stuffing, I dressed up a package of stuffing mix with pork sausage, mushrooms, celery and onion....

Grilled Fan Potatoes
Try this novel presentation for grilled potatoes. A foil pack makes for quick and easy cleanup, too. —Jeannie Klugh, Lancaster,...

Pineapple-Stuffed Burgers
"I really enjoy making these special burgers with a surprise inside," writes Ann Couch of Halifax, North Carolina. The homemade...

Shredded Pork with Beans
A friend gave me this recipe, which my sons say is a keeper. For a change of pace, spoon the...

Summertime Slaw
As a change from mayonnaise-laden slaw, I created this refreshing alternative. It uses many of the garden vegetables I grow,...

Brunch Strata
Ham, zucchini, mushrooms and cheese flavor this rich, hearty egg dish. It looks irresistible on a breakfast or lunch buffet,...

Peanut Butter Granola Pinwheels
I came across this easy and tasty snack while searching online for healthy munchies for kids. Great for after school,...

Mini Bagelizzas
Garlic powder gives these speedy mini pizzas extra pizzazz. Not only are they a snap to put together, but best...

Cheese Fries
Quick, easy and a surefire hit at your next gameday potluck or family gathering, you need just 20 minutes and...

Garlic Chicken Penne
All it takes is four ingredients and 20 minutes to have this hearty dish ready for the table. Chicken, snap...

Old-Fashioned Ice Cream Sodas
I keep the ingredients for these ice cream sodas on hand so I can enjoy a treat anytime I want....

Salsa Spaghetti Squash
If you want spaghetti, but are eating gluten-free or trying to keep a lid on carbs, there's always spaghetti squash...

Sweet & Sour Squash Salad
This salad goes over really well with all ages, and it's a good way to get kids to eat summer...

Black Bean Tamale Pie
Cornbread mix speeds the preparation of this southwestern entree with beef and black beans. My husband really likes it, and...

Mushroom-Stuffed Cheeseburgers
No need to call my family twice when these burgers are on the menu. Get ahead of the game and...

Balsamic-Seasoned Steak
This simple recipe ensures a tender steak without a long marinating time. Steak sauce and balsamic vinegar are a great...

Honey-Pecan Pork Chops
This one is a family favorite! —Linda Bounds, Cedar Hill, Texas

Frozen Mocha Marbled Loaf
This showstopping marbled dessert seems fancy, but it's really simple to prepare ahead of time and pop in the freezer....

Contest-Winning Chocolate Mint Cookies
My dad sandwiches mint patties between two tender chocolate cookies to create these chewy treats. The blend of chocolate and...

Cashew Chicken Casserole
I especially like this dish because I can get it ready the day before I need it. It's easy to...

Mexican Fiesta Platter
This recipe proves you don't need to fuss to prepare an appetizer for a crowd. With generous layers of beef,...

Almond Spritz Cookies
Indulge in the sweet, nutty flavor of almond spritz cookies—delicate, buttery treats that are as fun to make as they...