Cranberry Pomegranate Margaritas
I came up with this beverage to serve at holiday celebrations for a festive twist on the traditional margarita. It's...
Cranberry-Walnut Oatmeal
My family loves cranberries but we can get them fresh only during the holiday season. This recipe lets us enjoy...
Favorite Mashed Sweet Potatoes
My family begs me to make mashed sweet potatoes at Thanksgiving and Christmas. I love this recipe because it can...
Pumpkin-Swirl Cheesecake
A gorgeous, marbled pumpkin-swirl cheesecake will be the star of the show at your next fall gathering.
Barbecue Chicken Bites
Chicken bites wrapped in bacon get a kick from Montreal seasoning and sweetness from barbecue sauce. We love the mix...
Holiday Spice Pancakes
With hints of clove, nutmeg, and cinnamon, these pancakes make every breakfast a holiday. This perfect blend of flavoring will...
Bananas Foster Oatmeal
This oatmeal tastes like bananas Foster, my favorite dessert. If you can’t find rum extract, double the vanilla. —Carol Touchton,...
Baked Elephant Ears
My mother-in-law handed down this recipe from her mother. These are a special treat—even better, I think, than those at...
Southern Collard Greens
Cooking collard greens is easier than you’d think. This southern collard greens recipe is full of smoky, savory flavor, and...
Grilled Sweet Potato Wedges
I love when an entire meal can be cooked outside on the grill and I don't need to heat up...
Zucchini Salsa Verde
This is the best green salsa ever; it's bright and sweet with just the right hint of spice. —Donna Kelly,...
Roasted Salsa
Make the most of fresh tomatoes with this recipe for roasted salsa. It's so tasty, you might find yourself eating...
Marty’s Bean Burger Chili
My husband and I met while working the dinner shift at a homeless shelter that served my chili. I’ve revised...
Grilled Cheese & Tomato Flatbreads
This is a combination of grilled pizza and a cheesy flatbread recipe I discovered years ago. It's a great appetizer...
Caramel Apple and Brie Skewers
I'm a caterer, and this is one of my best-selling appetizers. The shortcut of using prepared caramel makes these little...
Caprese Skewers
Light, satisfying and healthful in one impossibly easy-to-make dish? Yes, please! Enjoy these Caprese skewers as an app, side dish—truly perfect...
Edamame Corn Carrot Salad
I came up with this easy salad while brainstorming light, protein-filled recipes. My vegetarian and vegan friends are especially big...
Sliced Tomato Salad
I got this recipe from my grandmother. It's a perfect platter to serve with burgers or hot sandwiches. —Kendal Tangedal,...
Cool Summertime Oatmeal
Start this breakfast the night before so you can get a few extra z's in the morning. My husband adds...
Eggplant Flatbread Pizzas
I'm now a professional chef, but I loved making this recipe for the family on Friday nights as a home...
Refreshing Raspberry Iced Tea
This recipe makes two gallons, so it’s a sensible thirst-quenching choice for a springtime party when you have a medium-size...
Slow-Cooker Green Beans
Green beans may seem like the simplest of side dishes, but these slow-cooker green beans with brown sugar and soy...
Italian Restaurant Chicken
Here’s a healthful dish that’s a favorite with family and friends. While the chicken and sauce cook, I make pasta...
Mediterranean Shrimp Pasta
This picture-perfect linguine is a feast for the eyes and, with a hint of heat, a treat for the palate....
Blueberry-Dijon Chicken
Blueberries and chicken may seem like a strange combination, but prepare to be pleasantly surprised. I add a sprinkling of...
Pecan-Stuffed Butternut Squash
I love autumn, when butternut squash is at its peak. This is one of my favorite ways to prepare it....
All-Around Seasoning Mix
I always keep this all-purpose seasoning mixture on hand. It’s good on anything, especially grilled pork, chicken and vegetables. We've...
Barbecue Chicken Roll-Ups
These slices make a fab, filling snack with loads of sweet and tangy flavor. —Tracey Birch, Queen Creek, Arizona
Applesauce Sweet Potatoes
During the holidays, using a slow cooker not only frees up oven space, but time, too! Sweet potatoes are a...