Chicken Little Sliders
Fruity salsa dresses up these juicy chicken patties, that are perfect for feeding a crowd. The fun name reminds kids...
Jalapeno Corn
This comforting and creamy slow-cooker jalapeno corn will appeal to almost everyone. It gets its spicy kick from jalapeno peppers,...
Bean & Bulgur Chili
A hot bowl of this zesty bulgur and bean chili will warm you throughout the year. The bulgur adds amazing...
Asparagus-Mushroom Frittata
Say hello to our asparagus-mushroom frittata. It features an eggy, custardy base and is loaded with deliciously earthy-sweet vegetables.
Slow-Cooker Stuffed Pepper Soup
Enjoy all the flavors of traditional stuffed peppers in this hearty Slow-Cooker Stuffed Pepper Soup. With lean ground beef, vibrant...
Summer Bounty Ratatouille
Make use of your garden's surplus with this comforting dish from the Provence region of France. It's a vegetable dish...
Apple & Sweet Pepper Relish
Before you turn your apples into cobbler or pie, consider this unique relish. On burgers, brats or served along side...
Western Omelet Casserole
We make a Western-style omelet with ham and hash browns using the slow cooker. From youngest to oldest at brunch,...
Onion-Garlic Hash Browns
Quick to assemble, this is a simple recipe I’ve cooked many times. Stir in hot sauce if you like a...
Spicy Meatless Chili
Before I retired, this recipe was a mainstay in our house. I could prepare the ingredients the night before, and...
Presto Mexican Peppers
Traditional stuffed peppers get a southwestern twist! The filling also makes a delicious meat loaf that we even like cold...
Chicken Chorizo Posole
“I first tasted posole while visiting a friend in Santa Fe. It was a
revelation! I have since been...
Colorful Mango Salsa
Mango adds an interesting twist to this healthy and colorful fruit salsa.— Mala Udayamurthy, San Jose, California
Mediterranean Artichoke and Red Pepper Roll-Ups
I just love these rollups. They are so easy to make and are quite tasty too. Sometimes I just enjoy...
Quick & Easy Gazpacho
I really enjoy gazpacho a lot. Sometime I make this soup on Sunday evening and then take it to school...
Turkey-Thyme Stuffed Peppers
Chloe, my 3-year-old, is a big fan of these healthy peppers, which have a wonderful thyme flavor. She likes to...
Lobster alla Diavola
I’ve cooked lobster alla diavola (devil’s style) since I was first married. We serve lobster at family celebrations, usually with...
Chili-Cheese Egg Rolls
More than an inventive way to use leftover or store-bought chili, this is the No. 1 request in the Bender...
Olive Focaccia
When I add my own special touches to a basic focaccia recipe—including sun-dried tomatoes, olives and roasted sweet red peppers—the...
Sweet Potato Hash
Forget traditional hash with plain old potatoes. Add color, flavor and extra nutrition with sweet potatoes! I recommend serving the...
Zucchini Relish
Zucchini relish is a fun twist on the usual cucumber-based version, and you may find you actually prefer it. This...
Triple Pepper Steak Sandwiches
Make parts of this steak sandwich recipe ahead of time and you can assemble the sandwich quickly for a weeknight...
Moist Red Pepper Cornbread
The name of this recipe says it all—except how perfect they are for scooping up that last drop of soups...
Jalapeno-Swiss Turkey Burgers
These easy turkey burgers are extra juicy and loaded with flavor. I think the spicy jalapenos give it just the...
Roasted Tomato and Pepper Soup
You’ll want to capture the rich flavor of roasted tomato, pepper, onion and garlic in this colorful soup. Add cubed...
Roasted Vegetable Pasta Salad
I can't make this dish without printing enough copies of the recipe to hand out to girlfriends at my book...
BBQ Beef & Vegetable Stir-Fry
This was a spur-of-the-moment experiment when we wanted something nice and filling, but also easy. I had steak, peppers and...
Pulled Turkey Tenderloin
Not your ordinary pulled turkey sandwich, this one shines thanks to its unique yogurt sauce. Serve the turkey by itself...
Cajun Chicken Lasagna
Destined to be a new favorite with all around the table, this zesty take on traditional Italian lasagna is a...