Creamy Ranchified Potatoes
My daughter-in-law gave me this recipe, and over the years, I've adjusted it to our tastes. It's so nice to...
Frogmore Stew
This picnic-style medley of shrimp, smoked kielbasa, corn and spuds is a specialty of South Carolina cuisine. It's commonly dubbed...
Sausage & Chicken Gumbo
This recipe for classic southern comfort food was the first thing I ever cooked for my girlfriend. It was simple...
Spicy Veggie & Lentil Soup
I enjoy this recipe because it’s meatless, inexpensive and simply delicious! You can substitute any vegetables you like—it’s all a...
Warm Green Bean & Potato Salad
The combination of green beans and red potatoes, sometimes known as green beans Pierre, is one of my go-to side...
Mashed Cauliflower
This is our choice for a side dish that's lower in carbs than mashed potatoes but just as flavorful and...
Asparagus Nicoise Salad
I’ve used my Nicoise as an appetizer or a main-dish salad, and it’s a winner every time I put it...
Tangy Bacon Green Beans
My grandmother’s Pennsylvania Dutch-style recipe turns plain old green beans into a tangy cross between three-bean and German potato salads....
Pork Tenderloin with Marsala Mushroom Sauce
I served this entree one year for Christmas Eve dinner, and it's now a family favorite. My husband is always...
Shrimp & Cod Stew in Tomato-Saffron Broth
I love coming inside on a cold day and smelling this comforting seafood stew simmering in the kitchen. —Lydia Becker,...
Latkes with Lox
Lox, a salty smoked salmon, is a year-round delicacy. This recipe, inspired by one from the Jewish Journal, uses lox...
Hearty Sausage Minestrone
As a teacher, I appreciate quick and easy recipes. If I make this for just my husband and me, we...
White Wine Garlic Chicken
This garlic chicken is fantastic over cooked brown rice or your favorite pasta. Don't forget a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese...
Rustic Fish Chowder
President John F. Kennedy's affinity for fish chowder was likely inspired by his love of sailing off the coast of...
Greek Shrimp Orzo
This is one of our go-to meals. It's finger-licking good and so satisfying, and it reheats well. My husband would...
Hearty Baked Potato Soup
I got this recipe from my aunt, a terrific cook. Full of bacon, cheese and chives, the soup tastes just...
Chicken Ole Foil Supper
These Mexi-style chicken packets can be assembled ahead of time and frozen if you like. Just thaw them overnight in...
Garden Vegetable Beef Soup
This soup is my go-to healthy lunch option. It's a great way to eat my vegetables, and it's so comforting...
Fresh Green Bean Salad
I had a green bean salad at a local deli and enjoyed it so much that I tried to re-create...
Ground Beef Taco Salad
In spring we look for something light and refreshing on the menu after the heavier comfort food of winter; this...
Carrot Cake Sandwich Cookies
This cookie's always been a favorite with my kids, and a best-seller at bake sales. If you want to gild...
Tuscan Sausage and Potato Soup
This outstanding soup will be popular with the whole family. Though it feels special, it's actually quick to make. I...
Chunky Garlic Mashed Potatoes
I like to dress up these mashed spuds with a whole bulb of roasted garlic. It may seem like overkill,...
Mediterranean Orzo Chicken Salad
On hot days, I pull out this recipe for a cool supper. The lemon dressing is so refreshing. If you...
Slow Cooker Mushroom Stuffing
My grandmother created this recipe after my grandfather left the well-drilling business and invested all their money in a mushroom...
Mushroom & Spinach Eggs Benedict
There are so many ways to experiment with eggs Benedict, and this is my favorite version. The earthy flavors of...
Asparagus & Cheese Frittata
This rich and creamy frittata begins in the skillet and ends in the oven. We like this melty, cheesy dish...
Garden Minestrone
At Italian restaurants, I always order minestrone. After doing many trial-and-error batches, I developed a hearty veggie soup my whole...
Golden Zucchini Pancakes
If your garden is overflowing with zucchini this time of year, make these incredible pancakes to use it up. We...