Chicken Vegetable Soup
I love eating a big bowl of this colorful, fresh-tasting soup on a winter's day. What a great way to...
Taco-Filled Pasta Shells
I've been stuffing pasta shells with different fillings for years, but my family enjoys this version with taco-seasoned meat the...
Sweet Potato Stew
Beef broth and herbs complement the potatoes' subtle sweetness in this hearty stew that's perfect for fall. — Helen Vail,...
Spaghetti Chicken Parmesan
I like to make this yummy chicken Parmesan with spaghetti when I have extra sauce on hand. The herbed coating...
Banana Crepes
I like to serve this impressive treat at parties. The pleasant banana-orange flavor makes it wonderful for dinner or brunch....
Lemon Chicken and Rice
On our busy ranch, we often need meals we can put on the table in a hurry. This all-in-one chicken...
Meatball Hash Brown Bake
For a seniors potluck at church, I wanted to create a recipe that would incorporate a meat dish and side...
Herbed Chicken Caesar Salad
This chicken Caesar salad looks and tastes fancy but couldn't be easier to make. It's my husband's favorite dinner.—Kay Andersen,...
Four-Bean Medley
This side dish always gets compliments. It’s easy to make ahead and simmer in the slow cooker, so it’s super...
Sweet-Sour Red Cabbage
The first time I bought a red cabbage, I didn’t quite know what to do with it. After some experimenting,...
Spicy Split Pea Soup
I like to bake a ham just so I can use the leftover bone to make my split pea soup....
Hearty Baked Beef Stew
This is such an easy way to make a wonderful beef stew. You don't need to brown the meat first—just...
Festive Cranberry Cake
Each fall here in Alaska, an abundant crop of wild cranberries is ripe for cooking. This cake, a favorite in...
Strawberry Biscuit Shortcake
It seems Mom was always making biscuits. She served them plain for breakfast and dinner, especially when we had stew...
Easy Lemon-Blueberry Jam
After one taste of this delightfully sweet and simple jam, people will find it hard to believe that you didn't...
Skillet Zucchini and Sausage
I lived on the Oregon coast for 20 years and had plenty of guests dropping by. I often turned to...
Brunch Egg Casserole
There aren't many foods that do a better job of combining two meals - in this case, breakfast and lunch...
Green Pepper Steak
For a delicious, fast meal, try this flavorful beef dinner loaded with tomatoes and peppers. What a perfect recipe to...
Grilled Steak Pinwheels
I've been serving this recipe to family and friends for 20 years and very seldom do I have any leftovers....
Dilly Turkey Melt
This is a hearty grilled sandwich with a distinctive and delicious combination of ingredients. The pickle slices add a bit...
Rhubarb Nut Muffins
Muffins are my weakness! When I make these to take to a gathering, I always come home with an empty...
Chocolate Sandwich Cookies
These are my family's very favorite cookies. They're soft, chewy and totally delicious. —Karen Bourne, Magrath, Alberta
Apple Cobbler
Treasured by my family, this easy recipe for old-fashioned apple cobbler is a delicious nostalgic dessert. It travels well and...
Apple Tart
For 15 years my husband, daughter and I owned and operated an apple orchard, where we raised 27 variations of...
Wild Blueberry Muffins
Nothing is better than a warm blueberry muffin in the morning, and these muffins are the best I have ever...
Cozy Hot Chocolate
Steaming mugs of these smooth beverages are a nice anytime treat with my husband, Ken.—Marie Hattrup, Sonoma, California
Chicken Broccoli Casserole
Broccoli is a popular vegetable in our home. This is one dish that always gets rave reviews. Serve it for...
Spiced Carrot Cake
My mom made this cake for my birthday one year because carrot cake is her favorite. Turns out, it's my...
Grilled Flank Steak with Summer Relish
My garden produces a nice harvest of tomatoes, scallions, corn, garlic and poblanos, so that's what I use to make...