
Almond Vegetable Stir-Fry
While broccoli florets and chunks of red pepper give these stir-fry vegetables plenty of color, it's the fresh gingerroot, garlic,...

Contest-Winning Freezer Salsa
Typically, I make 60 jars of salsa each fall to enjoy all winter long. I also give it as gifts...

Savory Sandwich Ring
I first made this alternative to a submarine sandwich for a party. It looks appetizing and tastes great! Now it's...

Green Bean Potato Bake
As a pastor's wife, I often cook up contributions to church dinners using on-hand ingredients. This creamy bake was such...


Rich Fruit Kuchens
This German kuchen recipe is a wonderful, warm dessert that combines the best of cake and pie into one dish....

Beef and Bean Burritos
This recipe made it through the pickiest taste testers: my kids! They absolutely hate beans, but love, love, love these...

Chili-Cheese Egg Rolls
More than an inventive way to use leftover or store-bought chili, this is the No. 1 request in the Bender...
Italian Sausage Minestrone
This no-fuss minestrone is perfect family fare on chilly days. Feeling daring? Substitute a can of butter beans or pinto...

Southwest Fish Tacos
These fish tacos are an adaptation of a dish I was served in Bermuda. They’re quick because there’s so little...
Cappuccino Brownies
There’s something magical in coffee that intensifies the flavor of chocolate. These three-layer wonders freeze well, but somehow most of...

Pulled Pork Taters
This recipe is as hearty as it gets—part barbecued pork, part potatoes, but completely delicious. My family can't get enough...
Steak House Burgers
When I asked my brothers to come over for barbecue, they laughed. So I came up with this. They don’t...

Mexican Skillet Rice
I never come home with leftovers when I take this dish to potlucks and parties. But I do bring back...

BBQ Brisket Flatbread Pizzas
Preparing beef brisket pizza takes time, but it’s so worth it in the end when you take that first smoky,...
Backyard Red Potato Salad
Here's a potato salad that has no mayo, so it’s perfect for outdoor picnics. Plus, it looks just as good...

Spanakopita Mashed Potatoes
I learned to cook by watching my mom in the kitchen. Most of the recipes I make use only five...


Breakfast Biscuit Cups
The first time I made these cups, my husband and his assistant coach came into the kitchen right as I...

Chipotle Lime Corn Cobs
In Mexico, grilled corn sometimes comes slathered in mayonnaise, rolled in grated cheese, and served with lime and chili powder....

Marvelous Mediterranean Vegetables
With so many barbecues in the summer, I created this simple, tasty dish to complement any entree. I like to...

Four-Cheese Baked Penne
This cheesy pasta dish is comforting, hearty, delicious and—surprise!—meatless. Filling whole grains, low-fat protein and a touch of heat make...


Berry Crisp
With its golden crumbly topping and luscious fruit filling, this berry crisp recipe is a delightful treat for any occasion....

Caribbean Beef Short Ribs
This is a fantastic change of pace from a typical slow-cooker stew. Its combination of flavors—short ribs, rum and fruit—...

Summer Risotto
My mom always made this hearty dish to use up late summer garden vegetables. Often, I’ll add sauteed mushrooms and...
Easy Breezy Turkey Loaf
If you want a meat loaf that reminds you of home, try this super easy recipe. Your favorite store-bought spaghetti...

Pork with Blueberry Herb Sauce
A different and delicious way to use blueberries, this tangy, sweet-savory sauce would also be great over chicken. The blend...

Lime Coconut Biscotti
My family loves this recipe! It’s great with that morning cup of coffee, delicious as an afternoon snack or after-dinner...

Big Daddy’s BBQ Ribs
There's nothing left on the platter when I make these BBQ ribs for my co-workers. The spices and brown sugar...

At-Attention Grilled Chicken
After years of making this recipe, I have yet to find a better grilled chicken. The cooking technique makes it...

Cola Hot Wings
These delectable wings are so easy to make, and they offer year-round versatility, from summer cookouts to autumn tailgates. My...