RecipesStrawberry Cream Cheese Pie Cheesecake lovers will savor every bite of this light and pretty pie, even if they don’t have to watch their diets. Our whole family enjoys it. —Kim Van Rheenen, Mendota, Illinois
RecipesCherry Cream Cheese Pie My mom is known for her scrumptious desserts. This cherry cream cheese pie is one she’s served often. It’s one of my favorite desserts anytime of year. I love the combination of cream cheese and cherry pie filling. —Cindy Kufeldt, Orlando, Florida
RecipesCheesecake Pie “A FRIEND gave me this recipe, and I love it so much! The secret is in the baking—I just let it barely show little bubbles on the surface before I take it out of the oven. You don’t want cheesecake to bake too long.”
RecipesBlintzes These elegant blintzes can be served as an attractive dessert or a brunch entree. The bright cherry sauce gives them a delightful flavor. I sometimes substitute other fruits, such as raspberries, blueberries or peaches. —Jessica Vantrease, Anderson, Alaska
RecipesPecan Cheesecake Pie In fall or at any time of year, this nutty, rich and delicious pecan pie recipe is one I’m proud to serve. While it seems very special, the caramel pecan cheesecake is a snap to make. —Becky Ruff, Monona, Iowa
RecipesChicken Verde Quesadillas I used the corn, peppers and zucchini in my fridge to create these quick and easy quesadillas. Dollop with sour cream and you’re good to go. —Julie Merriman, Seattle, Washington
RecipesEasy Cheese Straws The five ingredients in this cheese straws recipe transform into long, crisp cracker sticks. The hand-held snacks make for easy mingling at parties.—Elizabeth Robinson, Conroe, Texas
RecipesBerry Cheesecake Muffins I adapted this recipe over the years for my family, and they think it’s wonderful. Not only are the muffins delicious, but they’re bursting with fantastic color, too. — Jeanne Bilhimer, Midland, Michigan
RecipesCookie Swirl Cobbler An extra-rich chocolate chip cookie dough and crescent roll topping provide a tasty twist on a classic cherry cobbler. Serve it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. —Jeanne Holt, St. Paul, Minnesota
RecipesChocolate Lasagna No one will guess this decadent dessert started with brownie mix. With cream cheese filling, ganache and chocolate shavings, it looks impressive, but is easy to make. —Molly Allen, Ellensburg, Washington
RecipesLight Cheesecake Our family adores cheesecake, but I wanted to serve something healthier. I came up with this lighter version that I make for both holidays and everyday. —Diane Roth, Adams, Wisconsin
RecipesHoney Pear Cheesecake We grow pear trees, so I’m always dabbling in pear desserts. In this cheesecake, I sometimes add ¼ cup crystalized ginger for zing. —Nancy Zimmerman, Cape May Court House, New Jersey
RecipesRicotta Cheesecake When I was a nurse, my co-workers and I regularly swapped recipes during lunch breaks. This creamy cheesecake was one of the best I received. —Georgiann Franklin, Canfield, Ohio
RecipesEaster Lamb Cake My grandmother started the tradition of making this molded Easter lamb cake when I was little. We continue to make it every Easter. The memory is so special that I keep the lamb mold in my kitchen next to my cookbooks as a decoration. Make sure to grease and flour the mold really well so that the cake does not stick. — Debra Waggoner, Grand Island, Nebraska
RecipesHalibut Enchiladas North meets south of the border in this dish. I roll our local Alaskan halibut into tortillas. It’s one of my most requested recipes and a mainstay for potlucks and wedding buffets. —Carole Derifield, Valdez, Alaska
RecipesFamily-Favorite Cheesecake This easy cheesecake recipe has been a family favorite for almost 20 years. It’s fluffy, delicate and absolutely delicious. I’ve shared it at many gatherings over the years and have even started baking it for our friends instead of Christmas cookies. —Esther Wappner, Mansfield, Ohio