
Barbecue Chicken Quesadilla
You and your family will love these barbecue chicken quesadillas, a perfectly quick and easy weeknight dinner that's so tasty...

Vietnamese Noodle Salad with Pork
Enjoy this Vietnamese noodle salad with pork, combining crisp vegetables, fresh herbs and tender pork in a bright lime dressing...

Yankee Rancheros
After my in-laws began affectionately referring to me as a Yankee, I decided I had to learn to make some...

Spiced Pearl Couscous with Pine Nuts
This side dish is great for entertaining, as you can prepare the topping ahead of time, and the couscous takes...

Strawberry-Carrot Smoothies
My children resist veggies, but they love this carrot smoothie. It packs in lots of good-for-you fruits and veggies—but to...

Mushrooms & Peas Rice Pilaf
Anything can be in a rice pilaf. Adding peas and baby portobello mushrooms gives it a springlike burst of color...

Grilled Beef & Blue Cheese Sandwiches
Roast beef, red onion and blue cheese really amp up this deluxe grilled sandwich. If you like a little heat,...

Spinach and Artichoke Pizza
My from-scratch pizza has a whole wheat crust flavored with beer. Top it with spinach, artichoke hearts and tomatoes, then...


Peachy Summer Cheesecake
This is a cool, always refreshing dessert that is fancy enough to take to a gathering. You can make this...

Chicken Taco Salad
Ten minutes of prep are all you need to make this delicious chicken taco salad. The slow cooker does the...

Slow-Cooker Mushroom Chicken & Peas
Some amazingly fresh mushrooms I found at our local farmers market inspired this recipe. When you start with the best...

Tomato-Basil Steak
We grow the basil and bell peppers I use in this dish. It's easy to prepare, yet so rich and...

Lemony Almond-Feta Green Beans
When you find a vegetable recipe that demands second helpings, it's definitely worth sharing. I made these green beans for...

Strawberry-Banana Pudding Cake
This luscious pink pudding cake is so easy to put together. Top it with ice cream and fresh fruit, and...

Pineapple-Rhubarb Jam
Rhubarb, pineapple and strawberry make an awesome jam that brings back memories of living on a farm and growing my...

Tropical Sweet and Spicy Pork Tenderloin
When we crave something sweet and spicy, pork tenderloin cooked with chipotle, barbecue sauce and pineapple really delivers. —Cynthia Gerken,...


Rhubarb Scones
My grandfather grows rhubarb and gives us a generous supply. The tartness is similar to a cranberry—perfect for tossing into...

Rhubarb-Cherry Chutney
I love surprising recipes like this chutney with rhubarb, apple and cherries. Try it with cream cheese and crackers or...

Rosy Applesauce
I always end up with lots of rhubarb each summer, but many of the recipes use a lot of sugar....

Grilled Citrus Salmon
This citrus salmon recipe is a great choice for summer entertaining. The orange and lemon add a bright burst of...
Chicken Salad Croissant Sandwiches
Parmesan cheese and dill make this the most incredible chicken salad I’ve ever tasted. These sandwiches are a simple entree...
Lime & Coconut Cream Pie
My custard pie features two tropical flavors I love. Plus, it’s a breeze to make. I throw most of the...

Garden Quinoa Salad
This recipe is special to me because it’s delicious as well as healthful. Serve it hot or cold, and enjoy...

Hearty Breaded Fish Sandwiches
Fishing for a burger alternative? Consider it caught. A hint of cayenne is cooled by a creamy yogurt and mayo...

Spinach-Basil Pesto
Toss this rich, garlicky pesto with pasta or use as a spread. It also freezes well for fresh flavor over...

Cheesy Chicken & Broccoli Orzo
Broccoli and rice casserole tops my family's comfort food list, but when we need something fast, this is the stuff....

Thai Salmon Brown Rice Bowls
This speedy salmon recipe couldn't be any easier. The store-bought sesame ginger dressing saves time and adds extra flavor to...

Smoked Mozzarella Chicken with Pasta
Take an ordinary chicken breast into wow territory with just a few extra ingredients. Use prosciutto instead of ham to...

Grapefruit Yogurt Cake
We eat grapefruit for breakfast and in winter fruit salads—why not for dessert? Here's a sweet-tart cake that's easy, delicious...