
Pretzel Bread Bowl with Cheese Dip
Our town is known as Pretzel City—even our local sports teams are known as The Pretzels. I came up with...

Tangerine Chocolate Semifreddo
When I wanted a new frozen treat for my family, I came up with this citrusy, chocolaty version of classic...

Key Lime Trifle
When I saw a recipe for banana cream pie trifle I was inspired to invent a version than spun off...

Sparkling Gelatin Salad
Fruit really shines though this refreshing gelatin salad.—Cassie Alexander, Muncie, Indiana

Mayan Chocolate Biscotti
Those who enjoy Mexican hot chocolate will love every bite of subtle sweetness and heat in these perked-up biscotti. —Chris...

Blackberry-Mango Crumble
My husband loves fresh-picked blackberries at the height of summer, and mango is a favorite combination with the berries in...

Thai Turkey Salad Pitas
Here’s a quick and easy way to use up leftover turkey. My son likes to try foods from different nationalities,...

Tahitian Fruit Salad
If you're tired of the same old fruit salad, try this tropical version featuring pineapple, papaya, oranges, mango and more!—Doty...

South-of-the-Border Chicken Salad with Tequila Lime Dressing
Add a burst of color to your table with this fresh main-dish that's topped with homemade tequila lime salad dressing....

Roasted Cauliflower
Roasting is a simple way to prepare cauliflower. Seasoned with a wonderful blend of herbs, this side is easy enough...

Blue Cheese Chicken Salad Sandwiches
I'm a big fan of blue cheese dressing, so I decided to go the "no mayo" route and replace it...

Chicken Legs with Balsamic Vinaigrette
Just a handful of ingredients give this mouthwatering meal maker its light, lemony flavor. —Leslie Palmer, Swampscott, Massachusetts

Apple Pecan Salad
I remember being excited right before Thanksgiving and Christmas, because that's when my family made this salad. There were five...

Make-Ahead Broccoli Salad
My son-in-law is a professional chef, and he shared this original recipe with me last year. The salad is an...

Citrus Fruit Salad
Fresh pineapple with yogurt and pecans is a merry update of the classic ambrosia salad. We stir it up for...

Toffee Cream Pie
Frozen desserts are ideal for party hosts, but guests who don’t have far to travel will also appreciate this make-ahead...

Pitawurst
Every August, our town hosts a Bratwurst Festival. To celebrate the sausage season, we stuff brats and sauerkraut inside pita...

Frosted Nutmeg Log Cookies
"This is my son's favorite Christmas cookie. It is a very old recipe that I have used many times." These...

Cherry Upside-Down Cake
“As a home ec teacher, I used this recipe to demonstrate simple cake and sauce making. The kids loved it—just...

Stuffed Burger Bundles
“I changed up my mom’s recipe a bit to make it my own. Add a side of mashed potatoes and...

Bananas Foster Surprise Cupcakes
This recipe was inspired by the classic dessert, which I had for the first time at a restaurant with my...

Citrus Pound Cake
Moist and tender, this gorgeous classic has a refreshing taste of sunshine. —Lisa M Varner, El Paso, Texas

Orange Chicken Wraps
Oranges give these cool and crunchy wraps a pleasant change of pace. The tasty handhelds come together in a snap....

Roasted Chicken with Lemon Sauce
Our family loves chicken cooked many ways, but this roasted version is one of our favorites. If your family likes...

BLT Salad with Pasta
“This simple pasta salad is great for gatherings and a favorite of everyone I know! I like to keep the...

Triple Chocolate Dream Pie
Creamy chocolate pie makes for an indulgent dessert. My light version let's you have this treat without any guilt. Sometimes...

Chipotle Roast Beef Sandwiches
Rustic ciabatta bread is the perfect match for tender roast beef and bold blue cheese and chipotle in this easy,...

Makeover Rigatoni with Bacon and Asparagus
Wouldn’t it be great to find a company-worthy dish that not only impresses with its taste, but with its nutrition...

Italian Turkey Roll-Ups
These quick-and-easy wraps, with a fresh combination of creamy Havarti, turkey and veggies, have it all. They taste light, healthful...