Sweet Potato Stew
Beef broth and herbs complement the potatoes' subtle sweetness in this hearty stew that's perfect for fall. — Helen Vail,...
Sweet and Tangy Chicken
Spicy barbecue sauce blends with sweet pineapple in this quick-to-fix chicken dish. It's tasty enough for a company dinner; just...
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...
Cabbage Soup
My husband was never too fond of cabbage—until the first time he tried this cabbage soup recipe from my aunt....
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...
Quick Garlic-Lime Chicken
After tending the farm and growing our own produce, I don't have much time left for cooking. I've found this...
15-Minute Marinated Chicken
Whenever I serve this grilled chicken to family and friends, which is quite often, I'm bound to be asked for...
Angel Food Cake
This angel food cake has a completely different texture than the ones made from a mix. My family enjoys it...
Rhubarb Punch
I love the tart taste of rhubarb, and this lively, beautiful punch makes a refreshing treat at any get-together. —Eleanor...
Pickled Peppers
This pickled peppers recipe from Ball brand home canning products is so easy, and you'll never have to buy store-bought...
Grilled Shrimp Scampi
When I was in second grade, my class put together a cookbook. I saw this recipe from one of my...
Layered Garden Bean Salad
For easy entertaining, cover and refrigerate the salad a few hours before guests arrive so you don't have to bother...
Balsamic Three-Bean Salad
Here's my little girl's favorite salad. She devours it just about as fast as I can make it. I suggest...
Toasted Ravioli Puffs
I call toasted ravioli a fan favorite because it disappears faster than I can make it. With just five ingredients,...
Picnic Berry Shortcakes
You can make the berry sauce ahead of time and chill it. Then assemble the entire dessert right before the...
Amazing Slow Cooker Orange Chicken
I love Chinese takeout food, but I know that it’s very high in sodium and fat. So I got to...
Garlic-Sesame Green Beans
Sauteed bits of garlic and shallot, with a sprinkling of toasted sesame seeds, turn ordinary beans into something special. Keep...
Dutch Apple Pie Tartlets
These adorable mini apple pie pastries make a delightful addition to a dessert buffet or snack tray. The recipe calls...
Tropical Island Shrimp Kabobs
Shrimp, mango and pineapple on skewers make a sunny presentation at parties. To boost flavors, we use a coconut milk,...
Buffalo Sloppy Joes for Two
Lean ground turkey makes this a lighter sloppy joe than the standard ground beef version. A hefty splash of hot...
Garden Vegetable Primavera
Although I enjoy this dish throughout the year, it's even more special when I use my garden to supply the...
Lemon-Basil Chicken Rotini
My husband and our sons like to have meat with their meals, but I prefer more veggies. This combo with...
Canned Blueberry Jam
Summer doesn't feel complete without at least one berry-picking trip and a batch of homemade blueberry jam. Eat atop fresh...
Zesty Garlic Green Beans
These green beans travel so well because they can either be served at room temperature or reheated at the party....
Easy Homemade Chunky Applesauce
Here's a comforting, home-style treat that never loses its appeal. Dish up big bowlfuls and wait for the smiles! —Marilee...
Ginger Chicken Noodle Soup
This is one of my favorite soup recipes to serve in the wintertime because it's super easy to make and...
One-Pot Beef & Pepper Stew
I love most things made with green peppers, tomatoes or green chiles. I wanted to prepare a quick and satisfying...
Chunky Salsa
This fresh-tasting salsa is wonderfully chunky. If you like it hotter, add more habanero peppers; if you prefer a mild...
Pork Tenderloin with Cran-Apple Sauerkraut
I love all the ingredients in this recipe because together they're perfect for Oktoberfest, a fun festival during my favorite...