
Foolproof Pie Shells
"I received this recipe from my 94-year old sister. She suggested using egg, cold water and cider vinegar to keep...

Pumpkin-Filled Crescent Rolls
This is an Old World recipe derived from my grandmother, who didn't use traditional measuring cups. We figured out this...

Strawberry Sundae Sauce
“My husband and kids simply love this recipe over their ice cream! It may also be used in banana splits....
Peanut Butter Clusters
Four ingredients and 20 minutes…could a fabulous last-minute gift idea be any easier? This chocolate-coated crunch also freezes well, so...

Cranberry Banana Bread
Studded with cranberries and nuts, these moist golden loaves make wonderful breakfast treats and gifts for grateful friends. I experimented...
Christmas Mice Cookies
These whimsical little cuties taste like truffles. Every Christmas, we make sure to have enough for friends and neighbors. —Deborah...

Chili Seasoning
This homemade chili seasoning recipe will be your go-to when you are bringing chili to the party. So skip the...
Easy Cinnamon Rolls
Cute as a button and melt-in-your-mouth fabulous when warm, these carefree rolls are the perfect sweet treat to help Mom...

Pretzel Bark Candy
I usually make this pretzel candy as a gift, but it's also fun to share at office parties. The recipe...


Peppermint Meltaways
Welcome the most wonderful time of the year with a batch of these festive peppermint meltaways.

Peppermint Puff Pastry Sticks
I wanted to impress my husband's family with something you'd expect to find in a European bakery, and these chocolaty...

Pumpkin Seed Toffee
My kids are allergic to nuts, but they can eat pumpkin seeds! Every fall we save the seeds from our...
Pumpkin Scones with Berry Butter
These delightful scones are perfect on a cold winter day with a steaming hot cup of coffee. They also make...
Best Butter Cookies
With this convenient recipe, you get four different kinds of cookies from just one batch of dough. The cutouts, peppermint...


Italian Peach Cookies
These Italian peach cookies are labor intensive, to be sure, but they will be some of the finest-looking treats you...
Frosted Anise Sugar Cookies
These soft, cake-like cookies have a pleasant anise flavor that's distinct but not overpowering. I add red and green sprinkles...


Homemade Pumpernickel Bread
This light homemade pumpernickel bread is our absolute favorite. It uses molasses rather than sugar, and rye and whole wheat...
Mini Zucchini Bread
This old family recipe came from my grandmother. I've made this bread many times and have given it as gifts...

Peanut Brittle Bars
Pairing the old-fashioned flavor of peanut brittle with yummy chocolate chips turns these bars into a satisfying treat and a...

Crispy Coffee Cookies
I created this coffee cookies recipe because I wanted an easy-to-make cookie that folks can't resist. These tempting treats have...

Spicy Mixed Nuts
Cumin and chili powder give extra oomph to the classic homemade nut mix. It's a smart solution for holiday snacking...
Easy Mint Chocolate Truffles
I make a lot of candy around the holidays. This is one of my favorites because the mixture isn't sticky...
White Pecan Fudge
Each Christmas, I package batches of this rich fudge to send to family and friends. It's just delicious! —Marie Draper,...

Licorice Caramel Candy
These delicious treats are a fun cross between caramels and licorice. I always get compliments on them, especially from those...

Coconut Cashew Brittle
This rich buttery brittle has always been part of our Christmas candy collection. Lots of coconut and cashews ensures it's...

Peppermint Hard Candy
This easy-to-make clear hard candy has a mint flavor from the combination of peppermint and vanilla extracts. It's a perfect...

Peanut Butter Pinwheels
These doubly delightful pinwheel cookies are very easy to prepare. They feature the classic combination of peanut butter and chocolate...

Cran-Apple Muffins
I like to pile a fresh batch of these muffins on a plate when friends drop in for coffee. Even...

Biscuit Baking Mix
You need just four common pantry staples to put together this versatile mix. I use it in recipes that call...