
Maple-Gingerroot Vegetables
My family loves this recipe because it brings out the lovely flavors of the vegetables. Even my children enjoy it—they...

Cheese-Topped Roasted Vegetables
This recipe is a great addition to any meal. If your family aren't veggie loves, try this. The cheese adds...

Cranberry Swirl Loaf
My mother's made this bread for years, but she uses date filling. I loved her bread so much that I...

Roasted Squash Medley
I concocted this recipe as a way to use up some vegetables before they went bad. Everyone loved this lively...
Butterscotch Pumpkin Mousse
Guests savor every creamy, spoonful of this spiced autumn dessert. It tastes so good, no one guesses that it's actually...

Fresh Herb Dip
From Annapolis, Maryland, Mitzi Sentiff writes, "People won't guess that this delicious dip, which is great for parties, is also...

Streuseled Zucchini Bundt Cake
Inspired by an abundance of zucchini, I found a new way to use it up in this spiced and lightly...
Swirled Cinnamon Raisin Bread
Slices of warm cinnamon bread and a cup of hot tea work wonders for holiday visitors to our home. My...

Almond Croissants
This tender almond croissant recipe is a little lighter than others I've tried. A close friend of mine serves these...
Healthy Apple Cobbler
The fragrant aroma of apples and cinnamon wafting from the kitchen will whet your appetite for the yummy fall favorite...

Mushroom Turnovers
"I love these tasty little turnovers hot or cold," writes Joanne Migliozzi-Beers from Mesquite, Nevada. "They're great for parties or...

Jicama Citrus Salad
Never tried jicama? It is a crunchy Mexican turnip, and I love to use it in this super easy salad....
Mom’s Apple Cornbread Stuffing
My speedy recipe is the be-all and end-all stuffing in our family. Not surprisingly, we never have leftovers. —Marie Forte,...


Pizza Monkey Bread
If you love pizza, you’ll love pizza monkey bread. This kid-friendly recipe features layers of garlic-seasoned biscuits, marinara sauce, pepperoni,...

Brussels Sprouts with Bacon Vinaigrette
I'd never tried Brussels sprouts until I made this salad. It won me over and even charmed my family. Bacon...

Sour Cream and Cranberry Bars
I turned sour cream raisin pie into a cookie bar with a crunchy oatmeal crust, custard-style filling and crisp topping....

Puff Pastry Christmas Palmiers
Palmiers (pronounced palm-YAY) come from France. They're usually sweet, but to make them savory, I swirl in pesto, feta and...

Brussels Sprouts with Garlic & Goat Cheese
I wanted to up my veggie game, so I smothered Brussels sprouts with garlic and goat cheese. It's really a...
Cheesy Bacon Ranch Potato Stuffing
Every family seems to have a favorite stuffing recipe. My family and I have been making this one for many...
Creamy Butternut Squash & Sage Soup
I recently started experimenting with new soup recipes, and finally created a rich squash version that omits heavy cream altogether,...

Eggnog Cream with Spiced Pecan Raisin Dunkers
I have a thing for eggnog and other creamy desserts like s’mores, pudding, mousses and dips. So I turned them...

Pomegranate Persimmon Salad
To bring some sunshine to the table, I toss up a bright salad of persimmons and pomegranate seeds, dressed with...

Cranberry-Apple Red Cabbage
When I was looking for something new, I started playing with flavors and came up with this very tasty dish....
Bourbon Ham Balls
Grandma Nette was the queen of ham ball recipes. I make them salty-sweet with a bourbon and vinegar kick. Serve...

Roasted Squash and Carrots
Sweet and savory, roasted squash and carrots are cooked with crunchy walnuts, brown sugar and warming spices for a side...

Hot Mushroom Spread
I've made this creamy, hearty mushroom appetizer for years—it's a big hit every time.—Barbara Pletzke, Herndon, Virginia


Caramel Apple Strudel
My father, who was born and raised in Vienna, Austria, would tell us stories about how his mother covered all...

Pumpkin Toffee Trifle
I wanted to use pumpkin for a quick party dessert. This twist on a cream cheese pie tastes divine when...
Gingerbread Coffee Cake
At our house, we love gingerbread that’s not too sweet. To sweeten it, mix confectioners' sugar, milk and vanilla extract...