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    Bananas Foster on the Grill

    Bananas Foster is my husband's favorite dessert, and this is one of the easiest recipes I've ever found. Not only...


    Crab-Topped Tomato Slices

    When camping, my wife and I top large beefsteak tomatoes with spicy chunks of crab. Then we warm this summer...


    Mexican Coleslaw

    Mexican coleslaw captures everything you love about classic coleslaw, with a sweet and spicy twist. It’s perfect as a side...


    Creamy Lemon Rice

    This bright rice dish has a creamy texture that's reminiscent of a lemon risotto, but without all the watching and...


    Pistachio Brownie Toffee Bars

    These coveted brownie bars are homey and chocolaty awesome. They've been a sought-after staple on Christmas cookie trays for years....


    Ham & Potato-Rutabaga Chowder

    The ingredients in this dish are a nod to my mother's tasty potato and rutabaga side dish, which was always...


    Salmon Dill Soup

    This is the best soup I have ever made, according to my husband, who loves salmon so much that he...


    Buttermilk-Mushroom Pork Chops

    I went through several variations before creating the pork chops my family considers perfect! I wanted something rich, delicious and...

    Shrimp Puttanesca

    I throw together these bold ingredients for a feisty seafood pasta. —Lynda Balslev, Sausalito, California


    Asian Turkey Burger with Apple Slaw

    I wanted to make turkey burgers a lot more fun. On a whim, I added hoisin sauce, gingerroot and garlic....


    Sausage Jalapeno Dip

    This creamy dip cooks like a dream in the slow cooker. Scoop it up with crunchy tortilla chips or raw...


    Slow-Cooked Stuffed Pepper Stew

    This is my go-to pepper stew. When my garden yields green peppers, I dice and freeze them for those cold,...


    Loaded M&M Oreo Cookie Bars

    We’re all so busy and pressed for time. I find myself creating recipes that are fast to prepare and deliver...


    Strawberry-Chicken Salad with Buttered Pecans

    Having lived in several states in the South, I love tossing pecans into recipes for a little added flavor and...


    Scalloped Potatoes with Mushrooms

    Potatoes and mushrooms make a one-dish meal I love – it’s the calories you have to watch. Swap out dairy...


    Caesar Burgers

    Take one all-American patty and load it up California-style with romaine lettuce, Caesar salad dressing and Parmesan cheese.


    Ginger Veggie Brown Rice Pasta

    Once I discovered brown rice pasta, I never looked back. Tossed with ginger, bright veggies and rotisserie chicken, it tastes...

    Pork Chops with Nectarine Sauce

    As a dietitian, I’m always looking for ways to make meals healthy and delicious. These juicy chops are fast, too....


    Walnut Caramels

    My grandmother was the queen of care packages. The Christmas season didn't start until the mail carrier arrived with her...


    Teriyaki Pork Tacos

    Flour tortillas take an Asian-style twist when filled with flavorful teriyaki pork
    strips, mandarin oranges, lettuce and crispy french-fried...


    Cuban Pork Wraps

    Hot and juicy pork in tortillas may remind you of a Cuban sandwich with ham and cheese. We always include...


    Gingerbread Yule Logs

    I was never fond of gingerbread until I rolled it up with Nutella. These logs are a fabulous addition to...


    Spicy Shrimp and Penne Pasta

    I created this creamy pasta dish when I needed to use up some marinara. Red pepper flakes give it a...

    Chocolate Caramel Kiss Cookies

    I make this cookie every Christmas with my family. It’s a fun twist on a classic peanut butter blossom because...


    Orange-Cranberry Nut Tarts

    My friend gave me a recipe for orange cookies. I just had to embellish it. Now my friends and family...


    Italian Cornmeal Spritz Cookies

    A chef at a local culinary school gave me this recipe, and I've been using it for years. Italian cornmeal...


    Brown Sugar Sweet Potatoes with Apples

    This foolproof winner is easy to prepare and makes a beautiful alternative to traditional sweet potatoes. To save time, make...


    Chocolate Chip & Pecan Meringue Bars

    I've had recipes for chocolate chip cookies and pecan meringues in my collection for a number of years—and I combined...


    Berry Dream Cake

    I use cherry gelatin to give a boxed cake mix an eye-appealing marbled effect. It's so festive-looking. Top it with...