Creamy Strawberry Icebox Cake
My family loves this icebox cake for two reasons: First, it is a delicious way to use strawberries at their peak in summertime, and second, it requires no baking, which keeps the kitchen cool! This dessert feels extravagant but is so easy to make. —Nancy Mock, Colchester, Vermont
Sweet and Savory Deviled Eggs
My Grandma Phyllis' sweet and savory deviled eggs are unrivaled by any of the ones I've tried. The sweetness of...
Cubano Macaroni Salad
One of my favorite sandwiches is a hot Cubano, piled high with juicy pork, layers of ham and melty Swiss...
Barbecue Macaroni Salad
My family loves a touch of barbecue sauce and ranch dressing in our mac salad. Not too much—just a hint...
Chicken Caesar Macaroni Salad
Give me a Caesar salad anytime, no matter what form it's in. I like to add some chicken and artichokes...
Scandinavian-Inspired Macaroni Salad
Give a humdrum side salad a Scandinavian touch by adding some freshly chopped dill and tiny shrimp. —Kallee Krong-McCreery, Escondido,...
Slow-Cooked Chicken Caesar Wraps
I first created this recipe for our daughter who loves Caesar salads, then later for our extended family on vacation....
Strawberry Pretzel Dessert Jars
Need to bring a dish to pass this weekend? This make-ahead layered dessert, adorable in individual Mason jars, will disappear...
Raspberry Moscow Mule Cake
This Moscow mule cake is my favorite cake I've ever made from scratch. It's so moist and flavorful, and it...
Lime and Dill Chimichurri Shrimp
Chimichurri is a very popular condiment in Argentina and Uruguay and is most often used as a dipping sauce or...
Skewered Ginger Shrimp with Plums
Sweet, simple and sensational, these shrimp skewers boast loads of flavor with just four ingredients. Throw them on the grill...
Roasted Strawberry Sheet Cake
My Grandma Gigi loved summer berry cakes. Almost any time I’d call her during the warmer months, she’d invite me...
Bacon Cheeseburgers with Fry Sauce
In Utah, fry sauce is a beloved condiment. We use it not just as a dip for fries, but also...
Over-the-Border Shrimp Enchiladas
These enchiladas have a bit of a kick, thanks to chili powder and green chiles, but the deliciously creamy sauce...
Frosted Chocolate Cake
This recipe is my mother's oldest and most popular chocolate cake recipe. I always thought it should have a fancier...
Asian Slaw with Steak
Main-dish salads are so perfect for summer, especially this one with its Asian-inspired dressing. The colorful slaw and juicy steak...
Pixie Dust Cookies
These crisp and buttery cookies are based on a favorite Scottish shortbread recipe. They're just the right amount of sweet—and...
All-American Sheet Cake
My sweet and tangy sheet cake piled with fresh whipped cream and juicy fruit is so good, you might just...
Mediterranean Shrimp Orzo Salad
Loaded with veggies and shrimp, this crowd-pleaser is a tasty change from standard pasta salads. —Ginger Johnson, Pottstown, Pennsylvania
Blueberry, Basil and Goat Cheese Pie
For a good friend moving to L.A., I made a blueberry goat cheese pie. Bake one, share it and start...
Zucchini-Cornmeal Pancakes
My mom has made these treasured family hotcakes for ages. Try them as a breakfast-for-dinner meal with fresh fruit, yogurt...
Vanilla Bean Angel Food Cake
Angel food cake is everyone’s favorite blank slate for making awesome desserts. Serve it with a simple glaze or pile...
Citrus-Herb Roast Chicken
This dish is one of my all-time favorites. The flavorful, juicy chicken combines with the aromas of spring in fresh...
Mozzarella & Spinach Breakfast Casserole
Sun-dried tomatoes and sausage add lots of texture and flavor to this gooey casserole. We've even enjoyed it reheated after...
Sweet & Savory Pineapple Cheese Ball
One of my favorite dishes in childhood was my mom's pineapple and green pepper cheese ball. Now I make it,...
Oklahoma Coconut Poke Cake
Coconut is the star of this cake. You get a double dose, once with the mixture that soaks into the...
Egg Baskets Benedict
A little puff pastry turns Canadian bacon and eggs into a tasty update on eggs Benedict. We use a packaged...
Herb & Cheese Scrambled Eggs
As a child I grew up on a farm where eggs and herbs were plentiful in summer. My mother made...
