Dreamy Polenta
I grew up eating polenta, so it’s a must at my holiday gatherings. Traditional recipes require constant stirring, but using...
Brazilian Pork & Black Bean Stew
During high school, I spent a year in Brazil and fell in love with the culture and food. One of...
Lemon Ricotta Fritters
These mouthwatering fritters are golden brown outside, soft and cakelike inside, and have a lovely citrusy and creamy flavor from...
Crescent Roll Witch Hats
It doesn’t take magic to transform these crescent rolls into charming witch hats—just a few minutes and a couple of...
Chocolate S’mores Tart
I created this tart for my kids, who love having s'mores on the fire pit. It’s truly indulgent. We simply...
Pigs in a Blanket Wreath
Is there anything more charming than this pigs in a blanket wreath? Garnished with rosemary sprigs and a crescent dough...
Caramel Fluff & Toffee Trifle
The best part of this stunning dessert is that you need only five ingredients to put it together. —Daniel Anderson,...
Sacher Torte Squares
Sacher torte is a Viennese cake that requires several steps. My squares are an easy alternative, but they still feature...
Cranberry Chip Monkey Bread
Monkey bread is no stranger at our house, but I wanted a holiday version. This one with cranberries and eggnog...
Chocolate Peanut Butter Poke Cake
Don’t be afraid to bring this chocolate peanut butter poke cake as the dessert for a potluck. It’s easy, impressive...
Brown Sugar Pound Cake
This tender pound cake is the first one I mastered. You'll want to eat the browned butter icing by the...
Pizza Muffins
These mini pizza muffins packed with cheese, sauce and an unlimited choice of toppings will be a new favorite snack...
Holiday Danish Puffs
It's worth the extra effort to make this delightful candy cane-shaped dessert. Best of all, the recipe makes two pastries,...
Mudslide Cheesecake
Streusel-Topped Blueberry Waffle Casserole
I had company coming and needed a new breakfast casserole, so I made up this nutty idea using waffles. My...
Mimosa Floats
Everyone needs a little treat at brunch! I wanted to kick things up a notch, so I added a scoop...
Butterscotch-Rum Raisin Treats
I love making rum raisin rice pudding around the holidays. Those flavors inspired this recipe. Crispy rice cereal adds crunch,...
Cardamom Spritz
As far back as I remember, I have loved cardamom. My grandmother often added the spice to her baked goods....
Roasted Sage Turkey with Vegetable Gravy
There’s no prep like home-style when roasting the big bird. Instead of sage stuffing with turkey, fill this bird with...
Orange Chocolate Chip Scones
My family asks for these scones all the time, but I like to save this special treat just for celebrations....
Dove Dinner Rolls
Fluffy dinner rolls shaped like doves are a sweet nod to the holidays. They dash away faster than Santa himself....
Parmesan Snap Pea Pasta
My family loves pasta! This simple dish is always a hit, especially during the spring when sugar snap peas are...
Strawberry Floats
Strawberry floats are fruity, fizzy and fun! This summery twist on a frosty float features homemade soda made with fresh...
Garlic Bread Pasta Torte
My kids love to stuff spiral pasta inside bread for a clever dinner torte. We save the bread crusts to...
Slow-Cooked Big Breakfast
We make this during holidays or on mornings when we know we're going to have a busy day. You can...
Blue Moon Crescent Cookies
I love my grandma's vanilla crescent cookies, but wanted to add my own twist. These have a touch of lemon...
Brussels Sprouts with Bacon Vinaigrette
I'd never tried Brussels sprouts until I made this salad. It won me over and even charmed my family. Bacon...
Humble Bumble Crumble Bars
While developing a treat for my bingo group, I asked my husband for ideas. He suggested a fruity bar. This...
Coconut-Pineapple Rhubarb Bars
I make this crunchy, buttery dessert bar with homegrown rhubarb. For an added attraction, serve it warm with frozen yogurt...