Chicken and Vegetable Noodle Soup
Our Deaconess Group uses this recipe when cooking for members of our congregation. It makes a huge batch, so it's...


Red Potato Salad
This creamy red potato salad recipe is a classic for cookouts, potlucks and any festive get-togethers.
Chunky Taco Soup
I've gotten great response at our church dinners and senior groups whenever I bring this thick easy-to-fix soup. I usually...
Power Lasagna
When my husband and I wanted to live healthier, our first step was to eat more power foods, such as...
Simple Asparagus Soup
My family and friends love this soup. It's elegant and unusual, but the hardest part of making it is occasional...


Southern Collard Greens
Cooking collard greens is easier than you’d think. This southern collard greens recipe is full of smoky, savory flavor, and...
Spanish Rice with Chicken & Peas
My mom made this juicy chicken and rice for us every Wednesday. I still make it for my hubby. It...

Parmesan Snap Pea Pasta
My family loves pasta! This simple dish is always a hit, especially during the spring when sugar snap peas are...

Bacon Bolognese
Pasta with ground beef was a family staple while I was growing up. I’ve added bacon, ground pork, white wine...
Cream Cheese Mashed Potatoes
Whenever I serve this easy mash, the bowl is always scraped clean. Before holiday feasts, I make it early and...

Parmesan Mashed Potatoes
Fluffy and flavorful Parmesan mashed potatoes are a perfect mix of spuds, butter and sour cream with a bold cheesy...
Homemade Chicken Stock
Peppercorns and a handful of herbs add the perfect seasoning to this low-sodium stock. Browning the chicken and sauteeing the...

Rhubarb Mint Tea
A bumper crop of rhubarb and mint from my garden inspired me to create this thirst-quenching pick-me-up. Raspberries deepen the...

Spiced Cran-Apple and Grape Conserve
Faced with an abundance of grapes from my garden, I wound up using them in various ways. This conserve was...
Easy Tortellini Spinach Soup
This is the easiest soup you will ever make—believe me! I always keep the ingredients on hand, so if I'm...


White Cheddar Mac and Cheese
Here's a recipe for white cheddar mac and cheese that's better than any box. The secret: a dash of garlic...

Garden-Fresh Rainbow Chard
Chard, a member of the beet family, is prized for its green leaves and colorful stalks. Stir up these good-for-you...


Honey Garlic Green Beans
Green beans are a reliable standby, but they can seem ordinary on their own. Just a couple of extra ingredients...
Turkey Minestrone
I love serving this savory soup to lunch guests. Italian turkey sausage gives the broth just the right spice. I...
Comforting Beef Barley Soup
When the weather outside is nippy, we want a bowl of soup that’s chock-full of beef, barley and veggies. It's...

One-Pot Meaty Spaghetti
I used to help my mom make this when I was growing up, and the recipe stuck. It was a...

Pear Preserves
If you couldn't resist loading up on fresh pears at the farmers market, it's time for a batch of tasty...
Canned Blueberry Jam
Summer doesn't feel complete without at least one berry-picking trip and a batch of homemade blueberry jam. Eat atop fresh...

Cheese Tortellini with Tomatoes and Corn
Fresh corn and basil make this dish taste like summer. I think it's a good one for bringing to picnics...


Mashed Potatoes
The best mashed potatoes recipe is as simple as it is delicious. We have all the tips and tricks you...

Creamy Mushrooms
These creamy mushrooms are quick to prepare, but they're beautifully rich and comforting. Enjoy them on their own, serve them...

Steamed Cranberry-Molasses Pudding
This old-fashioned dessert has been a family tradition during the holidays for years. My children say it's just not Christmas...

Zucchini Pineapple Jam
Need a way to use up zucchini? Try this wonderfully flavored jam. The pineapple adds so much sweetness. —Kathy Weese,...