Traditional Lasagna
My family first tasted this rich, homemade lasagna recipe at a friend's home on Christmas Eve. We were so impressed...
Shortbread Lemon Bars
I've put together two family cookbooks over the years, and this recipe ranks among my favorites. The special lemon bars...
Cheesy Corn Spoon Bread
Homey and comforting, this custardlike side dish is a much-requested recipe at potlucks and holiday dinners. The jalapeno adds just...
Salsa Corn Cakes
This recipe is super with fresh or canned corn. I whip up these patties to serve alongside nachos or tacos...
Classic Cabbage Rolls
I've always enjoyed cabbage rolls but didn't make them since most methods were too complicated. This recipe is fairly simple...
Winning Cranberry Cheesecake
The holidays wouldn't be complete without cranberries and eggnog. I use them both in this flavorful cheesecake that's the perfect...
Lemon Supreme Pie
A friend and I often visit a local restaurant for pie and coffee. When they stopped carrying our favorite lemon...
English Rhubarb Crumble
When I met my English husband and served him just the crumble, he said it was fantastic but really needed...
Rhubarb Mandarin Crisp
An attractive dessert, this crisp is also a popular breakfast dish at our house, served with a glass of milk...
Contest-Winning Chicken Cacciatore
My husband and I own and operate a busy farm. There are days when there's just no time left for...
Chocolate Angel Cake
When I was married in 1944, I could barely boil water. My dear mother-in-law taught me her specialty—making the lightest...
Georgia Peach Ice Cream
My state is well known for growing amazing peaches. This ice cream has been a family favorite for more than...
Cranberry Crunch Cake
New Jersey is known for its cranberries, and this cake is a delicious way to use them. The marshmallows melt...
Caramel Pecan Rolls
Soft and sweet, these rolls will get a lip-smacking smile from everyone. They rise nice and high, hold their shape...
Hearty Split Pea Soup
For a different spin on traditional pea soup, try this split pea soup recipe with corned beef. The flavor is...
Mushroom Barley Soup
A few years ago, a friend at work shared the recipe for this wonderful soup. With beef, barley and vegetables,...
Cheddar Chicken Potpie
Cheese soup is one of my favorites, but it’s a bit too rich for my husband’s taste. Now I make...
Rainbow Cookies
I always bake these cookies two weeks ahead. That allows enough time for mellowing, leaving them moist and full of...
Spaghetti Squash Casserole Bake
One of our daughters shared this recipe along with squash from her first garden.—Glenafa Vrchota, Mason City, Iowa
Apple Roly-Poly
My grandmother’s apple dessert is genuine regional fare. With 13 children plus the men at Grandpa’s sawmill, she had to...
Coconut Fruitcake
A neighbor gave me this recipe when we first moved to this small town, saying it dated back to the...
Cinnamon Blueberry Jam
Watching my grandmother can hundreds of jars of tomatoes, peaches and pears inspired me to try making jams and jellies...
Tomato-French Bread Lasagna
For a big hearty meal, I make this recipe as a side dish to go with veal cutlets or a...
Carrot Layer Cake
My sister gave me this recipe for what she calls "the ultimate carrot cake," and it really lives up to...
French Dip
For a sandwich with more pizazz than the traditional French dip, give this recipe a try. The seasonings give the...
Peanut Butter Sandwich Cookies
I'm a busy mother of two young children. I work in our school office and help my husband on our...
Deluxe German Potato Salad
I make this for all occasions because it goes well with any kind of meat. When I take the warm...
Scrum-Delicious Burgers
I'm not sure where this recipe originated, but it's one of my family's summertime favorites. I usually serve these juicy...
Zesty Sloppy Joes
For a big family gathering, these sandwiches are a hit. I have never served them without getting recipe requests. A...