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    Slow-Cooker Lava Cake

    4 reviews

    I love chocolate. Perhaps that's why this decadent slow-cooker cake has long been a family favorite. The cake can also...


    Chai Snickerdoodles

    5 reviews

    When I think of winter, I think of two things: warm cookies and chai. My recipe combines the two in...


    Layered Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars

    4 reviews

    Enjoy this holiday dessert without worrying about calories. Plus it is so luscious that no one will guess that it...


    Purple-Ribbon Pumpkin Cake

    19 reviews

    I belong to a Christmas village collectors' club and we all bring a potluck dish to our monthy meetings. The...


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    Mixed Berry French Toast Bake

    21 reviews

    I just love this recipe! It's perfect for fuss-free holiday breakfasts or laid-back company. It’s scrumptious and so easy to...


    Mac ‘N’ Cheese Soup

    11 reviews

    I came across this recipe a few years ago and made some changes to suit my family's tastes. Because it...


    Peanut Butter Graham Bars

    3 reviews

    I rely on my microwave to hurry along the assembly of these yummy peanut butter bars with graham crackers. With...


    Mexican-Inspired Chicken Soup

    84 reviews

    This zesty chicken taco soup is loaded with corn and black beans in a mildly spicy red broth. As a...

    Banana Crepes

    10 reviews

    I like to serve this impressive treat at parties. The pleasant banana-orange flavor makes it wonderful for dinner or brunch....


    Cherry Danish

    5 reviews

    These ruby-studded pastries will be the first to disappear from your brunch table. I won an award when I first...


    Buttermilk Cranberry Muffins

    5 reviews

    I've been making these muffins and this cranberry butter for years, and I have never met anyone who didn't like...


    Cathedral Cookies

    9 reviews

    Children love the colorful marshmallows in these festive confections, which look like stained glass when they're sliced. They practically light...


    Sacher Torte Cookies

    6 reviews

    This cookie recipe will be a hit whether you are making it for your family or for a potluck. Apricot...


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    Country Potato Pancakes

    16 reviews

    These potato pancakes are really versatile. They can be a side dish for just about any meal or the main...


    German Apple Cake

    21 reviews

    During the long, cold winters we have here, this recipe has warmed many a kitchen. The cake is perfect for...


    Wild Blueberry Muffins

    12 reviews

    Nothing is better than a warm blueberry muffin in the morning, and these muffins are the best I have ever...


    Creamy Tiramisu Cheesecake

    2 reviews

    The Italian word "tiramisu" means "pick-me-up" and refers to a dessert of ladyfinger sponge cake dipped in coffee, embracing mascarpone...

    Swirl Cinnamon Bread

    13 reviews

    If you like cinnamon, you’ll love this quick bread! It’s crusty on top, soft and moist inside. Make extra loaves...


    Ginger Chicken Noodle Soup

    8 reviews

    This is one of my favorite soup recipes to serve in the wintertime because it's super easy to make and...


    TLC (Thanksgiving Leftover Casserole)

    5 reviews

    Turkey, stuffing and veggie leftovers come together into a fabulous casserole. There’s comfort in every bite. —Barbara Lento, Houston, Pennsylvania


    Five-Cheese Spinach & Artichoke Dip

    10 reviews

    Whenever I go to an event, I'm always asked to bring this hot dip. Five types of cheese make it...


    Thai Chicken Pasta

    38 reviews

    I try to buy fresh chicken when it’s on sale. I cook a big batch in the slow cooker, then...


    Marmalade Meatballs

    5 reviews

    We had a potluck at work, so I started cooking these meatballs in the morning. By lunchtime they were ready....

    Chocolate Reindeer Cookies

    2 reviews

    Add a touch of whimsy to your holiday spread with these chocolaty treats. They're perfect for getting little ones involved....


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    Pizza Noodle Bake

    23 reviews

    Here’s a family-pleasing casserole that comes together in a snap, making it perfect for a weeknight meal. Double the recipe...


    Italian Sausage Egg Bake

    18 reviews

    This hearty entree warms up any breakfast or brunch menu with its herb-seasoned flavor. —Darlene Markham, Rochester, New York


    Chocolaty Peanut Clusters

    30 reviews

    I turn to my slow cooker to prepare these convenient chocolate treats. Making candies couldn't be any easier! —Pam Posey,...


    Rolled Buttermilk Biscuits

    31 reviews

    I scribbled down this recipe when our family visited The Farmers' Museum in Cooperstown, New York, many years ago. I...


    Swiss Potato Soup

    21 reviews

    You have a few options when it comes to fixing this soup—it can also be made in the microwave or...