RecipesPotatoes for a Crowd Here’s a creamy comforting potato casserole to make when you need a side dish sure to please a large group. It’s so simple to assemble, and everyone likes the flavor. -Merrill Powers Spearville, Kansas
RecipesOyster Fricassee I oversee the gardens at Colonial Williamsburg. We’ve learned that the colonists had a ready source of oysters from Chesapeake Bay. I enjoy this rich, creamy casserole, a special dish from this area’s holiday recipe collection. —Susan Dippre, Williamsburg, Virginia
RecipesApple-Celery Salad I created this recipe one night when I had a craving for a twist on traditional slaw. It was a hit, and now it’s a staple at all our family get-togethers. Add a cup of raisins for variety. —Hutch Hutchins, Hartsville, South Carolina
RecipesPortobellos with Ratatouille These veggie-stuffed mushrooms are so hearty, meat eaters in the house won’t feel left out. A beautiful entrée, it’s bursting with color, taste and texture. —Marie Rizzio, Interlochen, Michigan
RecipesJalapeno Popper Chicken Casserole This comforting supper is like a jalapeno popper in casserole form. It’s rich and cheesy, and it has just a bit of heat from the jalapenos. It’s a perfect way to use up leftover chicken or turkey too. —Kerry Whitaker, Carthage, Texas
RecipesHamburger Hash Brown Casserole Because this ground beef hash brown casserole is practically a meal in itself, I simply pair it with a salad and dessert. —Rochelle Boucher, Brooklyn, Wisconsin
RecipesToasted Ravioli Puffs I call toasted ravioli a fan favorite because it disappears faster than I can make it. With just five ingredients, this is how you start the party. —Kathy Morgan, Temecula, California
RecipesWalnut and Oat-Crusted Salmon I think this recipe gives you the most omega-3 fatty acid bang for your buck! —Cristen Dutcher, Marietta, Georgia
RecipesSpanakopita Bites For an easy spanakopita, try this version that is made in a pan, then cut into squares. It has all the wonderful taste of the classic version—buttery phyllo with a spinach-cheese filling—but is so simple to do. —Barbara Smith, Chipley, Florida
RecipesBourbon Baked Ham Because of its simple ingredient list, easy preparation and unbeatable flavor, this baked ham recipe is one you’ll come to rely on often. The honey-bourbon glaze looks lovely and helps seal in the meat’s juices. —Jean Adams, Waycross, Georgia
RecipesGlazed Easter Ham Baked ham is an Easter tradition at our house. The glaze features my dried homegrown basil. My husband absolutely loves ham, so I get a large one to be sure we have leftovers. —Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin
RecipesTamale Pie The amount of spice in this recipe is just right for my family—we prefer things on the mild side. Make it once with these measurements, then spice it up a little more if you like! —Ruth Aden, Polson, Montana
RecipesPork Chops with Sweet Potato “As snowbirds originally from Iowa, we love these tender chops and sweet potatoes with an orange sauce in the fall, no matter where we are,” explains Jean Nieman from Mesa, Arizona.
RecipesBaked Chicken Cordon Bleu With only six ingredients, this entree packs loads of flavor. This tempting dish is easy enough for a weeknight, but special enough for guests as well. Sarah Christenson – Lone Tree, Colorado
RecipesBaked Chicken Breasts Supreme Perfect for a busy day, this saucy main dish can be prepared a day ahead and baked before serving. My brothers don’t want me to make anything else when they come to dinner! Leftovers are great for sandwiches or sliced with potato salad. —Marjorie Scott, Sardis, British Columbia
RecipesMaple-Peach Glazed Ham This is one of my husband’s favorite recipes. He makes it regularly for his group of friends on the weekends because it’s so good and easy. —Bonnie Hawkins, Elkhorn, Wisconsin