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    Hearty Butternut Squash Soup

    37 reviews

    The comforting combination of squash, meat, beans and veggies makes this my go-to soup in fall. It's full of freshness....


    Pesto Twists

    2 reviews

    Use pesto made straight from your garden if you make these in the summer or purchase it prepared from the...


    Spinach-Basil Pesto

    3 reviews

    Toss this rich, garlicky pesto with pasta or use as a spread. It also freezes well for fresh flavor over...


    Pretzel-Crusted Catfish Bites

    3 reviews

    I'm not a big fish lover, so any concoction that has me loving fish is a keeper in my book....


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    White Lasagna

    11 reviews

    Who says lasagna has to be made with red sauce? This white lasagna recipe proves that rich and creamy is...


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    Hash Brown Egg Cups

    19 reviews

    Are they savory muffins? Miniature quiches? These hash brown breakfast bites are a complete meal—eggs, bacon, potatoes and cheese—in a...


    Cranberry-Banana Smoothies

    When the big meal is over, I make a smoothie using leftover cranberry sauce. Don’t have a frozen banana? Use...


    Slow-Cooker Tropical Pork Chops

    6 reviews

    Pork and fruit go so nicely together and when you add fresh herbs, you get this fresh, light and bright...

    Lemon Roasted Fingerlings and Brussels Sprouts

    13 reviews

    My trick to roasting veggies is to choose ones that cook in the same amount of time. Other combinations to...


    Apple Pie Oatmeal Dessert

    3 reviews

    Warm and comforting oatmeal desserts bring back memories of times spent with my family around the kitchen table. I serve...


    BLT Twice-Baked Potatoes

    2 reviews

    Two favorites go together in this hearty dish: BLTs and twice-baked potatoes. I like to serve these potatoes with grilled...


    Ginger Butternut Squash Bisque

    7 reviews

    This soup is filling enough for my husband, and it’s vegetarian, which I love. The couple who introduced us made...


    Peppery Chicken with Potatoes

    9 reviews

    We like this recipe because while we go to church on Sundays the chicken cooks and is ready for us...


    Mulled Wine Jelly Candies

    2 reviews

    I don’t drink alcohol, so after I’ve had company over for dinner, I have to do something with the leftover...


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    Warren’s Oatmeal Jam Squares

    29 reviews

    At 102, I still love to bake. I make these bars in my toaster oven for my fellow residents at...


    Chocolate Spice Cake with Caramel Icing

    8 reviews

    I found this recipe back in the late '80s and knew it was a special cake. The caramel icing can...


    Grilled Citrus Salmon

    4 reviews

    This citrus salmon recipe is a great choice for summer entertaining. The orange and lemon add a bright burst of...

    Halloween Brownies

    2 reviews

    Creepy, crawly and delicious? Yup, that's our spider Halloween brownies! All you'll need is your favorite box of brownie mix,...


    Holiday Peppermint Mocha

    Make spirits bright with a minty mocha to share under the mistletoe or around the piano. I’ve also stirred in...


    Fig Jam

    1 review

    I have had a love of figs ever since I had an amazing appetizer that used a combination of them...


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    Overnight Cinnamon Rolls

    41 reviews

    The wait may seem hard, but these overnight cinnamon rolls are worth it. Made with a moisture-rich dough and packed...


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    Overnight Reindeer Rolls

    Kids love helping in the kitchen. This year, have a little fun making these reindeer-shaped rolls with your little bakers....


    Pea Soup Shooters

    3 reviews

    Appetizers really don’t get any easier than this. These shooters can be made ahead, they’re colorful, and they won’t weigh...

    Spiced Hot Apple Cider

    During cool-weather season, my husband and I take this soul-warming drink outside by the fire pit. Our house smells amazing...


    Pumpkin Oatmeal

    6 reviews

    What's better than waking up to a bowl of warm oatmeal? This spiced pumpkin oatmeal lets the slow cooker do...


    Mediterranean Pot Roast Dinner

    3 reviews

    I first made this recipe one cold winter day. My family (adults, kids and dogs) were having a blast sledding...


    Twice-Baked Potato Casserole

    18 reviews

    Our reviewers all agree: This twice-baked potato casserole is a real hit! They love that it can be made in...


    Chili & Cheese Crustless Quiche

    1 review

    This filling Tex-Mex egg casserole is perfect for any meal of the day. I add a salad and dinner is...


    Slow-Cooker Honey Granola

    4 reviews

    It's so simple to put this granola together, and it really helps with breakfast on busy mornings. Change up the...