
Cherry Chocolate Marble Cake
Cherries and chocolate are natural partners that make desserts such as this simply scrumptious! The marbled effect is easily achieved...

Wilted Endive Salad
The blend of seasonings, greens and warm bacon dressing makes this endive salad a sure hit. My guess is that...

Summer Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette
I live in Orange County and, as you might guess by our county's name, there are plenty of orange trees...

Applesauce Sandwiches
Cinnamon and sugar spice up the fun sandwiches that Eunice Bralley makes for breakfast or a snack, "Since we have...

Quick Ginger Pork
My husband and I are empty nesters. It was a challenge learning to cook for just two again, but recipes...

Lasagna Sandwiches
"These cheesy grilled sandwiches really taste like lasagna," writes Gail Rotheiser of Highland Park, Illinois. "They're perfect for a quick...
Sesame Seed Cookies
These are very special cookies served often in the South. They're perfect with tea or coffee. My whole family loves...

Coconut Cream Dream Cake
This pretty four-layer cake is easy to make with an instant pudding filling and 7-minute frosting. "It tastes like coconut...

Rustic Nut Bars
My friends love crunching into the crust—so much like shortbread—and the wildly nutty topping of these chewy, gooey bars. —Barbara...

Nutty Banana Cake
Sweet, buttery frosting and a sprinkling of chopped nuts top this yummy cake that's loaded with banana and pecan flavor....

Citrus Almond Cookies
These frosted goodies were a "must" every Christmas in my mother's family. I think the blend of milk chocolate, toasted...

Green Olive Tapenade
“This recipe offers an excellent way to create elegant and full-flavored appetizers,” writes Teresa Spencer from Oconomowoc, Wisconsin. “It’s perfect...

Ricotta Pear Dessert
Looking to pare down fat and calories? Try this perfect little pear dessert from Lee Bremson of Kansas City, Missouri....

Peach-Stuffed French Toast
With its make-ahead convenience and scrumptious flavor, this recipe is ideal for holiday brunches—and for busy hostesses with a hungry...

Italian Stuffed Artichokes
“I can remember Mom making this special treat at Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas,” writes Emma Magielda from Amsterdam, New York....

High-Octane Pancakes
Fluffy and health-packed, these hotcakes are what we rely on to jump-start frosty winter mornings in Colorado. They keep us...

Vermont Honey-Wheat Bread
You don't have to be a health nut to enjoy this hearty loaf. Made with whole wheat flour, oats and...

Maple Mousse
I love to make this dessert with maple syrup produced in our area. For a change from heavier cakes and...


Candied Walnuts
Turn ordinary walnuts into a taste sensation with this simple recipe that’s prepared on the stovetop. With plenty of brown...

Fruit and Caramel Brie
"I’m a stay-at-home mother with two boys and I enjoy cooking—especially appetizers," shares Tracy Schuhmacher from Penfield, New York. "It...

Pineapple-Pecan Cheese Spread
This smooth and creamy cheese spread is chock-full of red pepper, green chiles and crunchy pecans. It’s always a hit,...

Olive Bruschetta
This convenient and colorful party classic from Linda Austin in Lake Hopatcong, New Jersey, can be made several days in...

German Chocolate Pie
This German chocolate pie is decadent, just like the original cake version. It boasts a creamy filling, buttery crust and...

Butter Pecan Fudge
This butter pecan fudge recipe is one you'll return to again and again. It is delicious and relatively easy to...
Pizza Dip
Everybody loves this simple dip. If you have any left over, spoon it on toasted English muffins for a great...

Raspberry Coconut Bars
I’ve been whipping up these delicious bars for over 10 years, with recent help from my 5-year-old daughter. I bake...

Pumpkin Torte
This beautiful layered cake has a creamy filling with a mild pumpkin flavor and a little spice. It is quick...

Goldenrod Eggs
This is a dish my wife had to learn to make in her high school home economics class. I've adapted...

Nutty Wild Rice Salad
Wild rice is sensational in this chilled salad. The toasted almonds complement the nuttiness of the rice, while red wine...