RecipesFudgy Macaroon Bars Anyone with a sweet tooth will make a beeline for my dessert tray when these rich squares show up. They’re attractive on the platter and delectable with fudge and coconut. —Beverly Zdurne, East Lansing, Michigan
RecipesLemon Chia Seed Parfaits These bright and tangy parfaits start the day on a healthy note, but they’re also sweet enough to double as dessert. —Crystal Schlueter, Babbitt, Minnesota
RecipesAlbondigas My Grandmother Trinidad loved making this albondigas recipe. We like to serve it over tostadas sprinkled with raw cabbage. —Wanda Knutson, Waco, Texas
RecipesPeanut Clusters “My husband, Greg, likes to mix up these treats with the kids,” says field editor Deb Darr of Falls City, Oregon.
RecipesMandarin Peanut Rice Salad I learned how to make this salad while visiting England with a friend. When I made it for a family reunion, everyone asked for the recipe.
RecipesApple Walnut Bread I first made this bread when I was in high school in 1929. The recipe has stood the test of time! —Helen Rebic, McAllen, Texas
RecipesApple-Peanut Blondies My family and I love apples any time of year, but in the fall, they are always crisp, juicy and absolutely perfect! I found a blondie recipe similar to this and did a bit of tweaking to make it my own. —Julie Peterson, Crofton, Maryland
RecipesGrilled Figgy Pies Delicious figs combined with maple, walnuts and creamy mascarpone make a decadent treat that’s easy to enjoy at a backyard cookout. These unique hand pies always disappear quickly. —Renee Murby, Johnston, Rhode Island
RecipesHoliday Nuggets Mom made these family favorites every year for the holidays. I still remember how much I enjoyed “helping” with the mixing bowl. Now my son helps me! —Anna Minegar, Wauchula, Florida
RecipesCranberry Persimmon Cookies During the holidays, I bake double batch after double batch of these moist drop cookies. Dotted with dried cranberries and pecans, the cake-like treats never last long. —Cleo Gonske, Redding, California
RecipesRoasted Brussels Sprouts with Hazelnuts What I love about this recipe is the mix of Brussels sprouts and hazelnuts. This flavorful combo is festive enough for a special occasion yet homey and easy enough for every day. —Gail Prather, Hastings, Nebraska
RecipesFrozen Lime Cake We’ve got just the thing for block parties, cookouts or anytime you need a super cool dessert. Making the crust is a snap, and the ice cream and sherbet are so delicious. Everyone loves this! —Kathy Gillogly, Sun City, California
RecipesFinger Sandwiches You can also tuck the carrots inside two slices of bread, so they stick out both ends of the sandwich. Cool and creepy! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
RecipesWalnut Cocoa Bread In her kitchen in Kissimmee, Florida, Margaret Beyersdorf lets her bread machine do the work when making this tender loaf. Its quick prep time and combination of brown sugar, walnuts and cocoa will help make it a favorite in your home, too.
RecipesThai Pork Satay I love this recipe since it can be made as a main dish or as an appetizer. For appetizer portions, use short skewers and half the amount of pork. —Stephanie Butz, Portland, Oregon
RecipesNutty Wild Rice You’ll go nuts for this wild side dish and its hearty crunch. Served warm, this rice packs a zesty bite. Heather Webb, Channelview, Texas