
Chocolate Almond Brittle
Here in Kern County, there are thousands of acres of almond orchards. I like to experiment with recipes—always trying to...

Chewy Pecan Cookies
Oatmeal cookies were always my son's favorite when he was small. I wanted to send him some recently, but I...

Double Peanut Pie
I created this recipe for a national pie contest and won second place for my state. Many peanuts are grown...

Sunflower Strawberry Salad
We have an annual strawberry festival in our town, so recipes with strawberries are popular here. I have served this...

Pecan-Chocolate Chip Pound Cake
This cake's one I prepare frequently for Sunday dinner. I also make it for church meetings and to take to...

Coconut Crunch Delight
I tasted this light dessert 7 years ago at a potluck and got the recipe from my mom's dear friend....


Peanut Butter Cream Pie
This no-bake peanut butter pie is rich, decadent and packed with as much peanut butter flavor as possible. The hardest...

Crunchy Apple Mixed Greens Salad
Whenever our staff celebrates a birthday or a special occasion, "Mary's Apple Salad" is always at the top of the...

Strawberry & Pecan Salad
It is always a crowd-pleaser when I bring it to a potluck at school...I never have to bring leftover home.—Sharon...

Blue-Ribbon Carrot Cake Cookies
I created this recipe because I just love carrot cake. I wanted something I could take with me anywhere, that...

Warm Rocky Road Cake
When it's warm, this reminds me of super moist lava cake. And until I made this, I didn't think a...

Chocolate Mocha Dusted Almonds
I love to make recipes with nuts. These are chocolaty with a hint of coffee—elegant and addictive! I give them...

Delicious Almond Braids
Similar to an almond crescent, this coffee cake is light and flaky with a rich almond center. It’s versatile, so...

Spiced Party Peanuts
Also a great gift, these seasoned nuts have just the right blend of spices, sugar and heat to kick up...

Caramel Nut Breakfast Cake
I first tasted this incredible coffee cake when a kind neighbor brought it by. It was so good that my...

Banana and Nut Cake
"Boxed pudding and cake mixes speed up the preparation of this moist banana cake," comments Karen Ann Bland of Gove,...

Easy Chocolate Clusters
You can use this simple recipe to make a big batch of chocolate candy without a lot of fuss. I've...

Peanut Butter Swirl Brownies
Peanut butter and chocolate create an irresistible duo in these luscious peanut butter swirl brownies. The fudgy chocolate base perfectly...

Cashew Rice Pilaf
This hearty dish will add pizazz to your plate with its beautiful blend of flavors and colors. I often serve...

Savory Spiced Almonds
"You won't be able to eat just one of these!" assures Keri Scofield Lawson of Fullerton, California. "So make several...

Mom’s Buttermilk Cookies
These soft, tangy buttermilk cookies are topped with creamy frosting are easy to make and perfect for any occasion.


Peanut Butter Pancakes
Peanut butter in pancakes? Yes, please! This heartier take on the breakfast classic is topped with honey butter for a...

Crunchy Cashew Pork
"I enjoy the crunchiness of the cashews and fresh veggies in this colorful medley," relates Myra Innes from Auburn, Kansas....

Walnut Cookies
These walnut cookies combine a rich, nutty flavor with a tender and buttery texture. Perfect for any occasion, they can...

Date Pecan Tea Bread
Packed with dates and pecans, this sweet bread is excellent on its own and even better topped with the chunky...

Dixie Pie
When Mom baked this old-fashioned sugar pie, family members would clamor for second servings. We love the combination of cinnamon,...

Orange Walnut Chicken
For an impressive main dish that's not tricky to prepare, try this mouthwatering chicken. With orange juice concentrate, orange juice,...

Christmas Cheese Ball
When we’re in need of an easy appetizer for the holidays, we always come back to this Christmas cheese ball....

Raisin Peanut Butter Balls
These healthy peanut butter balls are easy to put together and convenient to have on hand for after school. They'll...