Mulling Spices
My mulling blend is a merry combination of sugar and spice and a nice touch of citrus peel. Use it...
Blackberry Beer Cocktail
This refreshing hard lemonade has a mild alcohol flavor; the beer adds just enough fizz to dance on your tongue...
Pear-Apple Cocktail
Ah, the memories we made when we went to Hawaii and concocted this drink for our first toast on the...
Calabrian Holiday Soup
My family is from the Italian region of Calabria; our version of Italian wedding soup has been handed down through...
Sesame Herb Pull-Apart Bread
The beauty of this bread is that all the prep work is done a day ahead. The savory herbs make...
Favorite Mint Hot Chocolate
This is one of my husband's favorite winter drinks. I love the minty, chocolaty recipe because it's like Christmas in...
Grilled Zucchini with Peanut Chicken
Zucchini slices make perfect finger food. It’s fun to make a topping for zucchini and a good solution for a...
Strawberry-Teriyaki Glazed Salmon
I'm always up for a good salmon dinner, but this is the best recipe I've ever made. Strawberry jam might...
Pork Chops with Mushroom-Tarragon Sauce
Nothing says decadent like fresh mushrooms, wine and tarragon. Garlic salt and pepper boost flavor without adding any unwanted calories...
Vegetable and Barley Pilaf
Hearty, colorful, easy and fast were the reviews we gave this good-for-you dish. Barley has a healthy amount of soluble...
Blueberry Crunch Breakfast Bake
Blueberries in season make this a very special breakfast, but I find that frozen berries can work just as well....
Chicken Marsala Bake
My Marsala bake is a little different from the "normal" potluck dish, so it's a nice change of pace to...
Browned Butter Spice Cookies
If you like spice cake, you’ll love this recipe! Browned butter, dark chocolate and a splash of rum produce an...
Smoky Cheddar, Ham and Corn Chowder
When I'm making a pot of Smoky Cheddar Corn Chowder, no one misses dinner. Smoked cheese the flavor to another...
Parmesan-Sage Beer Bread
I'm asked to bring this savory loaf to nearly every function I attend. It's a welcome side dish, but if...
Butter Pecan Ice Cream Torte
A simple, nutty crust and smooth caramel sauce are all the preparation required for this impressive dessert. It will keep...
Slow-Cooked Vegetable Curry
I love the fuss-free nature of the slow cooker, but I don't want to sacrifice flavor for convenience. This cozy,...
Basil-Mint Chicken Thighs
You’re going to love plunging fork first into this juicy grilled chicken bursting with the flavors of cilantro, basil, mint...
Denver Scramble Tostada
My tostadas feature the ingredients of a classic Denver omelet: ham, cheddar and green pepper. I also make a zesty...
Black-Eyed Pea Tomato Salad
Spending time in the kitchen with my late aunt was so much fun because she was an amazing cook and...
Nicole’s Slow-Cooker Broccoli
My sister is a huge inspiration to me and an amazing force behind who I have become. This is one...
Cinnamon Spiced Cider
With my first sip of this brisk cider, I know autumn has arrived. It makes the kitchen smell so festive...
Mom’s Chopped Coleslaw
For Friday dinners, my mother made coleslaw to go with our fish. It’s still a family tradition, and the tangy...
Herbed Corn and Carrots
Bail, parsley and onion salt dress up this simple veggie medley in moments. It has so much flavor, you'd never...
Slow-Cooked Mexican Beef Soup
My family loves this soup, and I'm happy to make it since it's so simple! You can serve with cornbread...
Sugar-Free Holiday Nog
"I developed this delicious recipe for my diabetic mother," explains Nancy Schickling of Bedford, Virginia.
Marinated Beef Kabobs
A zesty marinade gives tongue-tingling flavor to this change-of-pace beef dish from Susie Freeman of Irons, Michigan.
Zippy Tomato-Topped Snapper
Seafood fans will be more than satisfied by Mary Anne Zimmerman's pleasantly zesty entree for two. “Serve the fish fillets...