RecipesSpinach-Basil Pesto Toss this rich, garlicky pesto with pasta or use as a spread. It also freezes well for fresh flavor over the winter. —Jaye Beeler, Grand Rapids, Michigan
RecipesPeach-Rosemary Cobbler Ripe peaches and warm biscuit topping go hand in hand. The fresh rosemary and cinnamon adds a delicious twist. —Michael Cohen, Los Angeles, California
RecipesSpicy Oven-Fried Chicken My family adores this recipe. The coating keeps the chicken nice and moist. With the taste enhanced by marinating, the result is delicious. —Stephanie Otten, Byron Center, Michigan
RecipesGolden Carrot Buns These rolls have a nice flavor…folks usually don’t guess that carrots are one of the ingredients. My family really likes them; see if yours will, too!
RecipesButterscotch Brownies A great portable treat, brownies get an extra-special rich flavor butter-scotch chips and marshmallows in this recipe from Lois Culberson of Shelbyville, Illinois
Recipes30-Minute Minestrone “This simple, chunky soup is low in calories,” Betty Claycomb of Alverton, Pennsylvania jots. “The beef broth’s seasoned nicely, while the spinach adds a refreshing difference.”
RecipesCrustless Cheesecake This rich cheesecake is incredibly creamy. Even though the cake doesn’t have a crust, I guarantee everyone will love it. —George Parsell, Flushing, New York
RecipesBroccoli Cheddar Potato Soup If I don’t have frozen broccoli on hand, I like to use frozen spinach or chopped carrots and celery instead. —Mary Price, Youngstown, Ohio
RecipesHam ‘n’ Potato Casserole Sour cream and cheese give this hearty casserole an irresistible richness. Paired with fresh fruit, it is a filling breakfast, lunch or dinner. —Rosetta Miller, Middlebury, Indiana
RecipesJalapeno Bread & Butter Pickles Even the heat-shy will want to dip into these bread and butter pickles with a surprise flavor kick. Ay caramba, they are good!—Karen Owen, Rising Sun, Indiana
RecipesKohlrabi, Cucumber and Tomato Salad This chilled, refreshing salad is wonderful on hot days. It has a nice crunch and a delicious balance of sweet and spicy flavors. —Kristina Segarra, Yonkers, New York
RecipesStrawberry Milkshake Cool off with a thick and rich treat that will remind you of a malt shoppe! Nothing can beat this strawberry shake recipe. —Kathryn Conrad, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
RecipesLemon-Basil Grilled Shrimp & Couscous The basil and lemon in this dish complement each other so nicely. Using fresh ingredients really makes a big difference. —Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho
RecipesBeef Vegetable Soup This nicely seasoned soup tastes so good. It’s convenient, too, since it simmers all day in the slow cooker. —Jean Hutzell, Dubuque, Iowa
RecipesSteak-n-Vegetable Soup This weeknight steak soup packs rich flavor into a light broth. My family loves the blend of southwestern flavors. —Rebecca Ridpath, Cedar Park, Texas
RecipesBones & Blood Like a zombie, you’ll be desperate for more of these bone-shaped cookies and dip. Fight nicely over them—no biting! —Taste of Home Food Styling Team