RecipesBanana Pecan Loaf We slice this banana bread so thick it is almost embarrassing—but we need fat slices to deliver ample portions of the Pineapple Spread. When beating the cream cheese for the spread, beat the cheese until it is as light and fluffy as whipped cream. —Lee Ann Miller, Millersburg, Ohio
RecipesDouble Cranberry Banana Bread We love quick breads, and I’ve found that they freeze nicely if properly wrapped. This is a scrumptious recipe to make before the holidays and freeze for last-minute guests or gifts. —Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas
Meal Types75 Easter Side Dishes to Bring to Dinner Wondering what to serve with your Easter entree? These tasty Easter side dishes are a bit traditional, a bit modern and altogether delicious.
Ingredients19 Diabetic-Friendly Pork Recipes We found all kinds of diabetic-friendly pork recipes that pair a lean protein with vegetables, nutritious carbs and heart-healthy fats.
RecipesChocolate Banana Bran Muffins So easy to make, these treats are healthy but still satisfy my chocolate-loving family. Stir in raisin bran instead of bran flakes for a little extra flavorful fun. —Tracy Chappell, Hamiota, Manitoba
RecipesHoney Banana Muffins Ground nutmeg enhances these delicious banana muffins from Gitel Alter of Brooklyn, New York. “They’re moist and filling,” she notes. “The best thing is they’re healthy but don’t taste it.”
RecipesBanana Nut Bars My sister gave me this recipe, which is always in demand with family, friends and co-workers. It’s amazing how fast these tempting bars vanish when I serve them! The cream cheese frosting is heavenly.
RecipesFluffy Fruit Salad I like to bring my mom’s fruit salad to potlucks. Its smooth sauce combined with all the colorful fruit makes it different than any other fruit salad I’ve tried. I’ve given out the recipe more times than I can remember. — Anne Heinonen, Howell, Michigan
RecipesBanana-Berry Brownie Pizza “I like to make this dessert in June and early July so I can use fresh local strawberries,” writes Tina Jacobs from Wantage, New Jersey. “The fruit lightens up the rich chocolate taste and pleases everyone.”
RecipesBanana Spice Cookies Peggy Burdick shares her recipe for Banana Spice Cookies. Reports this Burlington, Michigan cook, “My grandkids love these tasty soft cookies.”
RecipesPeanut Butter Banana Overnight Oats Talk about wholesome and quick! You’ll be satisfied right up until lunchtime with these peanut butter banana overnight oats. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
RecipesBanana Crumb Muffins This is one of my favorite recipes for banana crumb muffins—and it’s the only kind our 4-year-old will eat.
RecipesBanana Bars These bars are always a hit at potlucks in the small rural farming community where my husband and I live. I also like to provide them for coffee hour after church. They’re so moist and delicious that wherever I take them, they don’t last long. —Karen Dryak, Niobrara, Nebraska
Recipes3-Ingredient Banana Bread This is the perfect banana bread recipe to mix and match with your favorite ingredients. Stir in chopped nuts, dried fruit or chocolate chips. Or, add ground cinnamon and a dash of nutmeg. The sky’s the limit! —Kristina Vanni, Libertyville, Illinois
RecipesStrawberry Banana Trifle No matter where I take this dessert, the bowl is emptied in minutes. It’s fun to make because everyone oohs and ahhs over how pretty it is. —Kim Waterhouse, Randolph, Maine
RecipesMini Banana Nut Bread “This recipe won several blue ribbons at our county and Nebraska State Fairs,” writes Anna Marie Moore from Aurora, Nebraska. “It’s especially wonderful with black walnuts.” TIP: Since this bread freezes so well, why not double the recipe and keep a loaf on hand for guests or a quick gift?