RecipesSpicy Fresh Seafood Cioppino Using prepared pasta sauce makes this hearty and hot one-pot dinner a cinch. —Doris Mancini, Port Orchard, Washington
RecipesAlmond Cherry Fudge Cooked in the microwave, this fast fudge is a sweet addition to any holiday gathering. I make it when I need a quick treat for a school party or to take to a neighbor. —Shellie Tucker, Hendersonvlle, Tennessee
RecipesVegetable Risotto Short grain rice is preferred when making this classic Italian dish. Arborio rice is the most widely available short grain rice to use.
RecipesHam ‘n’ Cheese Squares So easy to prepare, this egg dish is loaded with ham, Swiss cheese and caraway flavor. It cuts nicely into squares, making it an ideal addition to a brunch buffet. —Sue Ross, Casa Grande, Arizona
RecipesHard Candy Every evening for a week in December, my husband and I mix up several batches of this soothing candy. When we finish, we have all our favorite flavors and a rainbow of colors. The pieces look lovely in a clear candy dish or jar.
RecipesMincemeat Cookies Shh! Don’t reveal the secret ingredient in this tender, chewy, old-time cookie until after they take a taste. This recipe will win over even those who think they don’t like mincemeat.—Lucie Fitzgerald, Spring Hill, Florida.
RecipesSour Cream Raisin Pie The aroma of this pie baking in my farm kitchen oven reminds me of my dear grandma, who made this pretty pie for special occasions. —Beverly Medalen, Willow City, North Dakota
RecipesCollard Greens with Bacon Collard greens are a staple vegetable of southern cuisine. This side dish is often made with smoked or salt-cured meats, such as ham hocks, pork or fatback. —Marsha Ankeney, Niceville, Florida
RecipesCookie Butter Pie I tasted Biscoff cookie butter at a grocery store one day, and it was so delicious that I decided to create a no-bake pie with it. You can make it your own by using peanut butter or another kind of spread and matching toppings instead. —Katrina Adams, Mount Olive, Alabama
RecipesSweet Potato Dumplings Our simple sweet potato dumplings recipe uses canned biscuit dough for a shortcut pastry. Serve the caramel-drizzled dumplings for dessert or a sweet breakfast.
RecipesCarolina Shrimp & Cheddar Grits Shrimp and grits are a house favorite—if only we could agree on a recipe. I stirred things up with cheddar and Cajun seasoning to find a winner. —Charlotte Price, Raleigh, North Carolina
RecipesPineapple Casserole When I make pineapple casserole, I double the amount —because guests frequently request a second helping for dessert! Sweet-tangy fruit is even better combined with savory cheddar cheese and buttery cracker crumb topping. —Catherine Ann Goza, Leland, North Carolina
RecipesRoasted Brussels Sprouts & Cauliflower My grandkids were never huge fans of cauliflower, but the bacon makes a big difference in this dish. They like it even more with golden cauliflower instead of white. — Patricia Hudson, Riverview, Florida
RecipesGarlic-Mashed Rutabagas & Potatoes My family absolutely loves mashed potatoes. I created this recipe to lighten up the calories and sneak in a serving of rutabagas. If you have the time, boil the potatoes in chicken broth to add even more flavor. —Rosemary Tatum, Sterlington, Louisiana
RecipesSupreme Green Vegetable Bake My paternal grandmother passed this recipe down to me. She also offered comments on different ways to prepare this dish, “so as not to become bored with the same old dish over and over.” She was a great inspiration for my love of baking and cooking.—Priscilla Gilbert, Indian Harbour Beach, Florida
RecipesSpicy Shrimp & Crab Cocktail This seafood starter is so good that it makes me love a food I usually don’t—radishes! This recipe also calls for spicy V8, but Zing Zang Bloody Mary Mix works just as well. Serve the cocktail straight up, with tortilla chips or on a bed of butter lettuce. —Heidi Knaak, Liberty, Missouri