Stockpots: Recipes & Guides

In the South, grits can be served plain with a little butter or loaded with extras—my recipe has bacon, cheddar...

My farm box had too many greens, so I had to use them up. This tasty idea uses kale, tomatoes...

I’ve cooked lobster alla diavola (devil’s style) since I was first married. We serve lobster at family celebrations, usually with...

If you're looking for a super-fast, nourishing dinner you can make on a Tuesday, sausage asparagus pasta might be your...

This cold green bean salad makes the perfect side dish, starring green beans, a simple vinaigrette and feta cheese.

I love serving this savory soup to lunch guests. Italian turkey sausage gives the broth just the right spice. I...

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

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

When Mom came to live with me several years ago, I told her it was now my turn to cook....

A dear family friend made these pickles for decades. I've adapted the recipe a bit over the years, but in...

My mother came from Ireland as a teen and brought this homey recipe with her. I find that it's a...

This soup with light dumplings always brings positive comments. I like to fix it to take to those who are...

"My family celebrates four birthdays in July, and these tender ribs are a must at our joint get-together," writes Joyce...

Ravioli from scratch is a labor of love, but a delicious one. This guide will help you whip up pasta...

Here's a convenient spin on a classic Italian favorite. Spaghetti sauce and canned broth form the flavorful base. —Cindy Garland,...

This hearty flavorful dish is great on cold winter nights. I love the sweetness of the apples, the heat of...

Cauliflower, garbanzo beans and tofu are each subtle on their own, but together they make an awesome base for curry....

This hearty three-bean soup is very easy to fix. You can add a can of green chiles if you like...

This homemade jam has been a favorite in my family for as long as I can remember. It's a delicious...

It was such a joy to come home and find my mom making spaghetti and meatballs for dinner. This recipe...

My family enjoys food with flair like this unique Asian soup. Whenever I serve it, it's such a hit that...

This comforting, healthy and filling vegetable stew deserves a spot in your recipe rotation. It's easy on the budget and...

My chicken and rice bake is a lovely example of midwestern cuisine. The dish is ideal for hosting parties because...

Although they’re not true cranberries, highbush cranberries are also tart red fruits that can be used in cooking. This is...

I've had this wild plum jelly recipe for ages. Each year when the plums are ripe, I'll fill my pail...

People ask me how to freeze corn on the cob because my frozen corn tastes as good as fresh! This...

This tangy, hearty salad is a refreshing dish to serve at a summertime picnic. Mild spices blend nicely with the...

This salad is a must for the Fourth of July feast. The red potatoes hold their shape and texture even...

You don’t need a whole chicken to make homemade chicken noodle soup. Here's how to make it with bone-in chicken,...