Lemon Thyme Icebox Cookies
I found this recipe at my grandmother's house, and I made it as soon as I got home. The lovely...

Roasted Grape Crostini
A trip to Spain introduced me to its culinary treasures, like Manchego cheese and sherry. This appetizer always impresses folks...

Watermelon Baby Carriage
This fruit-filled carriage was made for my daughter's baby shower and was a huge hit. Fill it with any fruit...

Apricot-Filled Sandwich Cookies
I bake these delightful cookies every year for Christmas and when I share a tray of my homemade treats with...

Sparkling Cranberry Kiss
I love the tartness of cranberries in cold beverages, and this recipe is easily doubled, tripled or even quadrupled. —Shannon...

Buttermilk Angel Biscuits
When I make these slightly sweet biscuits, sometimes I cut them and fold over one side about a third of...

Spanish Coffee
You’ll look forward to dessert even more when this warm and welcoming after-dinner drink is on the menu. —Sharon Tipton,...

Layered Mediterranean Dip with Pita Chips
Not your ordinary layer dip, the bold combination of hummus and Greek yogurt will be a new most-requested recipe at...

Smooth Sweet Tea
A pinch of baking soda eliminates bitterness in this smooth and easy-to-sip tea and it has just the right amount...

Lemon Bark
I wasn't a fan of white chocolate until I made this candy. It's tangy, sweet and creamy all at the...

Cucumber Tea Sandwiches
My children wanted to plant a garden, and we ended up with buckets of cucumbers. When I tired of making...

Candied Pecan Pear Salad
For special occasions, I like to dress up packaged salad greens with sweet pears, crunchy pecans and a slightly tart...

Sparkling White Grape Punch
White cranberry juice adds tartness to this punch for showers and teas. For a light blush tone, use regular cranberry...

Lavender Peach Gelato
This sophisticated herbal gelato can be served as an appetizer, a palate-pleaser between courses or a sweet, elegant dessert that...

Lemony Coconut Frozen Yogurt
Whenever I crave something cold to beat the heat, I whip this yogurt together and share with family. Everyone enjoys...

Salmon Sliders
The fresh flavors of the salmon and herbs are just unbeatable. I serve these as full-size burgers on kaiser rolls,...

Easy Italian Spinach Salad
A simple homemade dressing makes this salad a flavorful option for any meal, but it’s ideal with lasagna, spaghetti, manicotti...
Greek Deli Kabobs
For an easy Mediterranean-style appetizer, marinate broccoli and mozzarella, then skewer with sweet red peppers and salami. Everybody loves food...

Turkey, Gouda & Apple Tea Sandwiches
These fun mini sandwiches are a tasty addition to any fall function. The cranberry mayo lends a unique flavor twist,...

Lavender Lemonade
I never knew you could cook with lavender until I was on vacation in France. I was served a refreshing...

Strawberry-Lavender Infused Water
A little bit of lavender goes a long way, so be sure not to overdo it! This pretty combo screams...


Pistachio Pudding Cake
Easy, delicious and requiring zero expensive pistachios, our pistachio pudding cake is the ultimate crowd pleaser.


Eggs Benedict Casserole
This overnight eggs Benedict casserole features layers of English muffins and Canadian bacon in a savory egg filling. It’s a...

All-Occasion Punch
To keep the punch cold while adding extra color, I like to make an ice ring out of cherry soda...

Buttermilk Pie
Our buttermilk pie consists of a cinnamon-lemon custard layer nestled inside a tender, flaky pie crust. It's so delicious, you'll...
Frosted Orange Cookies
"I remember my dad making a big batch of these citrus cookies when I was growing up," writes Tammie Young...

Sweet Cheese Ball
You’ll need only a few items for this unique cheese ball sent in by Melissa Friend of Oakland, Maryland. Coconut...
Old-Fashioned Coconut Pie
My husband says it's not good cooking unless it's made from scratch. This is an old-fashioned way of making coconut...

Twice-Baked New Potatoes
I've used these rich potatoes as both an appetizer and a side dish. Guests seem to enjoy the distinctive taste...