RecipesCheese Meatballs I often rely on these rich, cheesy meatballs for party appetizers. Or I serve them alongside a tossed salad for a quick meal in minutes. —Rachel Frost, Tallula, Illinois
RecipesNutty Fingers These classic Christmas cookie has stood the test of time. The recipe makes a nice-sized batch, which gets you in and out of the kitchen. —Elsie Hendrickson, Hays, Kansas
RecipesLime Avocado Hummus My mashup of guacamole and hummus is light and bright, but also rich and satisfying. Serve with chips and veggies or as a cool sandwich spread. —Andreann Geise, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
RecipesParmesan Cheese Straws These rich and buttery breadsticks are a fun change from regular dinner rolls and are fairly easy to make. They’re great alongside salads and soups. —Mitzi Sentiff, Annapolis, Maryland
RecipesSugarplum Cake Family and friends are surprised to hear this simple cake gets it moist flavor from a jar of baby food. It’s a nice, light dessert. —Denita DeValcourt, Lawrenceburg, Tennessee
RecipesLemon Blueberry Pie “When blueberries are ripe, I find every way possible to enjoy them,” notes Patricia Kile of Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania. Her tart delicious pie proves the point!
RecipesCake Doughnut Mix In Queensburg, New York, Diane Terry relies on a nicely spiced combination of ingredients to prepare these delicious doughnuts. They’re terrific served warm with hot coffee or cold milk.
RecipesRhubarbecue This simmered sauce is a roller-coaster ride for your tongue. It’s a wonderful blend of complex flavors that goes with any meat. — Rd Stendel-Freels, Albuquerque, New Mexico
RecipesCranberry Date Bars Rich and fruity, these bars let you enjoy cranberries year-round. I’ve made batches for all kinds of church and social events. -Bonnie Nieter, Warsaw, Indiana
RecipesCrunchy Tuna Wraps Packed with protein-rich tuna and fresh, crunchy veggies, these colorful wraps have sensational flavor—and they’re good for you, too. —Edie Farm, Farmington, New Mexico
RecipesShrimp Soup with Sherry This rich soup makes a great first course when small servings are just right. It’s an elegant addition to any holiday menu. —Marilyn Graner, Metairie, Louisiana
RecipesItalian Grilled Steak Sandwich If you need to feed a hungry crowd, you can’t go wrong with steak sandwiches. They’re easy to make and rich with the flavors of Italy. —Gilda Lester, Millsboro, Delaware
RecipesRicotta-Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms These mushrooms are rich and creamy and bright at the same time because of the fresh herbs and tomato. I especially like to serve them with grilled asparagus. —Tre Balchowsky, Sausalito, California
RecipesMushroom Primavera Pasta Sauce This meatless meal has plenty of mushrooms and vegetables in a rich tomato sauce. Serve over whole wheat pasta for an added nutritional punch. —Cindy Adams, Tracy, California
RecipesZucchini Patties with Dill Dip These crisp-tender patties are a nice alternative to crab cakes and taste very similar, thanks to the seafood seasoning. They always get gobbled up! —Kelly Maxwell, Plainfield, Illinois
RecipesSimple Saucy Potatoes These rich and creamy potatoes are simple to prepare for potlucks. The saucy side dish always gets rave reviews wherever I take it. —Gloria Schroeder, Ottawa Lake, Michigan