RecipesGranny’s Spice Cookies Granny always had a batch of these delicious, crispy cookies waiting for us at her house. When I miss her more than usual, I make these cookies and let the aroma fill my house and heart. —Valerie Hudson, Mason City, Iowa
RecipesPeach Delight Colorful peach slices and refreshing lemon gelatin take center stage in this creamy dessert from Clara Hunt of Lexington, North Carolina.
RecipesChicken Wonton Rolls I sometimes turn this appetizer into a main course by using egg roll wrappers and serving the rolls with a side of chicken gravy. —Mary Dixson, Decatur, Alabama
RecipesParsley Potatoes The fresh flavor of parsley is perfect with hot buttered potatoes-it adds a little extra zip. I used this recipe when I did all the cooking at our restaurant, and customers loved it.
RecipesCatalina Spinach Salad My husband enjoys this colorful crisp salad. The tangy homemade dressing is economical and easy to fix. The crunch of chow mein noodles and water chestnuts blends nicely with the chopped eggs and crumbled bacon. -Joyce Cutbirth, Meridian, Idaho
RecipesChurch Coleslaw After enjoying this coleslaw for years at many church functions, I finally asked for the recipe. It can be put together in no time, so it’s perfect for last-minute guests.
RecipesFrench Onion Deviled Eggs French onion dip adds flavor to the creamy filling in these popular appetizers. For a pretty presentation, pipe the filling into the egg whites and sprinkle with paprika, suggests Joyce Turley of Slaughters, Kentucky.
RecipesBaked Potato Wedges These oven roasted potato wedges taste just like the deep-fried kind, but they’re easier and less messy to make. They’re great served with fish or any meat dish. —Melody Haney, Barberton, Ohio
RecipesHot Chocolate Cake Balls Serve these chocolaty delights and everyone will know yours isn’t an ordinary holiday party. The little cakes are festive, fun and yummy. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
RecipesSour Cream Apple Squares Mom and I formulated this recipe back in the ’50s after visiting a friend’s farm where they made the most delicious sour cream ever. Our first try was perfect, and these apple squares soon became a favorite to serve at social functions. Years ago, we made six pans of these squares when a young Johnny Carson presented his magic show at our card club!
RecipesMarble Chiffon Cake This confection’s a real winner—in taste and in looks! It’s impressive, but I think that anyone can prepare it, regardless of baking expertise. I’m the third generation in my family to make it.—LuAnn Heikkila, Floodwood, Minnesota
RecipesCreamy Chive Rings When I brought this savory ring to an extension luncheon, club members let me know how much they enjoyed it. Next meeting I had to bring copies of the recipe for everyone there! —Pamela Schlickbernd West Point, Nebraska
RecipesMincemeat Cookie Bars My daughter won the grand champion title at the Alaska State Fair with these bars when she was 10. The topping is delicious but a bit crumbly; for neatly edged cookies, freeze before cutting. —Mary Bohanan, Sparks, Nevada
RecipesApplesauce Oat Bran Muffins I sprinkle a tempting topping of cinnamon, sugar and walnuts on these moist bran muffins with applesauce. They’re best served warm from the oven. —Beth Struble, Bryan, Ohio