Turtle Tart with Caramel Sauce
Between the creamy chocolate filling, crunchy nut crust and gooey caramel sauce, this tart has a whole lot to love....
Chocolate Peanut Drops
This is a recipe that I got from a friend, who got it from her sister, and between the three...
Ultimate Caramel Chocolate Popcorn
Have the munchies? They’re no match for this nutty caramel corn drizzled with melted chocolate. —Kim Forni, Claremont, New Hampshire
Chocolate Angel Cupcakes with Coconut Cream Frosting
Sweeten any meal with these fun, frosted chocolate cupcakes that take just minutes to make. The finger-licking flavor packs far...
Kumquat Marmalade
I didn't even know what a kumquat was until my husband and I discovered them in southern Florida. Now I...
Beer and Pretzel Caramels
Beer and pretzels are a natural combination—mix them with smooth caramel and you have an awesome candy. The guys will...
Gingerbread Spice Jelly
I've made batches of this simple jelly, a winner at our county fair, to give as gifts for many years....
Butternut Squash Butter
Looking for a tasty way to use up those pumpkins and have a wonderful gift during the holidays? My pumpkin...
Great Granola
Granola goes glam when stowed in a see-through container decked out with tinsel. Nuts, dried fruit and more make a...
Cranberry Jelly
A great addition to any holiday table, cranberry jelly is a simple, three-ingredient recipe that's ready in just 35 minutes....
Gingerbread Syrup
Homemade gingerbread syrup has a wide range of uses. Learn how to make it.
Pear Preserves
If you couldn't resist loading up on fresh pears at the farmers market, it's time for a batch of tasty...
Chocolate-Hazelnut Butter
Store varieties of chocolate-hazelnut butter just can’t compete with the homemade kind. Slather it on everything from toast and pretzels...
Bacon Walnut Bread with Honey Butter
My savory walnut bread filled with bacon bits and blue cheese dressing is complemented by the sweetness of honey-flavored butter....
A Bit Nutty Boston Brown Bread
Hearty and dense, my homemade Boston Brown Bread features hazelnuts for a delightfully nutty taste. Thick slices pair well with...
Cheddar-Pecan Crisps
Lots of holiday treats are sweet. For a change of pace, I fill goodie bags with my cheese crackers. The...
Pickled Green Beans
Make your summer produce go the extra mile with this easy pickled green beans recipe. We'll walk you through every...
Pignoli Cookies
Don't let a holiday go by without baking these traditional almond cookies rolled in pine nuts.
Dark Chocolate Raspberry Fudge
Something about the combination of dark chocolate and raspberry is just so addicting. This fudge makes a heartfelt homemade gift,...
Key Lime Bars
These refreshing Key lime bars have the perfect balance of sweet-tart flavors. Offer them up as handheld treats for a...
Italian Lemon Cookies
Bright, light and full of citrusy flavor, these zesty Italian lemon cookies are a real treat. Top them with the...
Cherry Blossom Cookies
Looking to add an impressive addition to a potluck dessert table, holiday party or bake...
Slow-Cooked Peach Salsa
Fresh peaches and tomatoes make my salsa a winner over store-bought versions. As a treat, I give my coworkers several...
Truffle-Filled Cookie Tarts
I made chocolate truffles as a Christmas tradition for many years. I created this recipe to incorporate my truffles into...
Harveys Coconut Macaroons
As the executive chef at Harveys, a resort hotel in Lake Tahoe, I modified this classic recipe, which originated a...
Cran-Raspberry Jam
I'm sure to pick up extra bags of cranberries for the freezer in the fall so that I can make...
Coconut Cookies
This coconut cookie recipe delivers a mellow, lightly sweet-tasting cookie that's the perfect complement to a bowl of ice cream....
Cranberry Date Bars
Rich and fruity, these bars let you enjoy cranberries year-round. I've made batches for all kinds of church and social...
Savory Steak Rub
Marjoram stars in this recipe. I use the rub on a variety of beef cuts—it locks in the natural juices...