Homemade Candy Bars
Reports Karen Grant of Tulare, California, "I enter these treats, which are similar to Kit Kat bars, at the fair...
Lemon Custard in Meringue Cups
My husband loves lemon meringue pie. This variation is a favorite of his. I like it, too...it's very easy to...
Mountain Cookies
I've been making these deliciously different cookies for about 11 years. My kids especially like the creamy coconut filling. Whenever...
Festive Tea Sandwiches
These delicate sandwiches were the memorable first course at a Victorian tea we held for the ladies of our congregation....
Orange Pineapple Punch
Conni Brueggeman of Sparta, Wisconsin shares a concoction that's a quick to fix as it is to refresh. To mix...
Blueberry Tart
This simple blueberry tart showcases the best of peak-season fresh fruit. It’s so good you can serve it alone, but...
Dill Dip
It's not a party without dip, and this dill dip recipe is the perfect centerpiece for a crudités board, crackers...
Buttermilk Pie
Our buttermilk pie consists of a cinnamon-lemon custard layer nestled inside a tender, flaky pie crust. It's so delicious, you'll...
Ham Salad
This ham salad recipe is the perfect way to use up your leftover roasted ham, as well as the rolls...
Tropical Cooler
With only four simple ingredients, this refreshing punch is easy to stir up in just 10 minutes. I served it...
Sesame Pound Cake
Jane Finney's seed-studded cake has a pleasant crunch. "It's wonderful garnished with fresh fruit," suggests this East Grand Forks, Minnesota...
Citrus Sunshine Punch
It's easy to be merry when sipping on this tangy punch. A cool, frothy glass of punch is a terrific...
Orange Chocolate Meltaways
The terrific combination of chocolate and orange makes these some of the best truffles I've ever had. As holiday gifts,...
Forgotten Cookies
Forgotten cookies, aka "surprise cookies," are fluffy meringues filled with specks of chocolate and nuts. Learn what makes this vintage...
Old-Fashioned Whoopie Pies
These classic whoopie pies are a delicious cake-cookie hybrid, filled with a fluffy vanilla-tinged frosting. They are one of our...
Pineapple Punch
Filled with delicious citrus flavors, this lively beverage will brighten any setting, according to Verna Doerksen of MacGregor, Manitoba. She...
Rich Luscious Lemon Cheesecake
"I'm always greeted with oohs and aahs when I bring out this exquisite dessert," relates Kaaren Jurack of Manassas, Virginia....
Cherry Punch
Back in 1952, a co-worker gave me the recipe for this versatile rosy punch. It's not too sweet, so it...
Napoleon Cremes
For the annual Christmas open house we host, I set out a buffet with lots of food and candies like...
Pineapple Cooler
In Littlerock, California, Michelle Blumberg stirs up this mild and refreshing beverage in a jiffy. Lemon juice cuts the sweetness...
Special Strawberry Spinach Salad
Any way you slice them, strawberries are extra-colorful and refreshing when paired with crisp greens in this salad.—Jean Newnham, Peterborough,...
Orange-Glazed Crullers
I enjoy preparing this lovely cruller recipe with my grandchildren. The make-ahead dough is great for a gathering. —Muriel Lerdal,...
Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies
If you’re a lover of tender, chewy chocolate chip cookies, this recipe was made for you.
Ham Roll-Ups
You only need four ingredients to make these ham roll-ups: deli ham, cream cheese, olives and green onions.
Poppy Seed Lemon Scones
You'll love the appealing look and delicate texture of these lightly sweet scones. For the best results, work quickly to...
Raspberry Truffles
As everyone in my neighborhood knows, Christmas is my very favorite time of year. I make many cookies, cakes and...
Hibiscus Iced Tea
This calorie and caffeine-free tea has a delightful rosy color.—Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Greendale, Wisconsin
Pear Waldorf Pitas
Here's a guaranteed table brightener for a shower, luncheon or party. Just stand back and watch these sandwiches vanish. For...
English Tea Cakes
These unique cookies are baked in muffin cups, giving them a perfectly round shape. I sometimes omit the nuts and...