RecipesLight Carrot Cake Allspice and cinnamon give wonderful flavor to this appealing cake from Ruth Hastings of Louisville, Illinois. “It’s so moist and delicious that it doesn’t taste like it’s good for you,” she says.
RecipesRosy Rhubarb Cupcakes If you’re in a big hurry, these cupcakes are delicious even without frosting. The recipe works well with either fresh or frozen rhubarb, and a hint of nutmeg sparks the flavor. —Sharon Nichols, Brookings, South Dakota
RecipesGlazed Peaches I acquired this recipe in Alabama, where there are plenty of fresh, juicy peaches to give it fabulous flavor.
RecipesScotch Teas “When my kids were little, these sweet golden bars were standbys for hurry-up treats,” recalls Jane Hacker of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. “They were often my contribution to work functions, too.”
RecipesPeanut Butter Teddies These adorable teddies are almost too cute to eat but that won’t stop the crew of youngsters who helped make them from gobbling them up.—Cynthia Kolberg, Syracuse, Indiana
RecipesChunky Orange Marmalade Cookies My mother had this recipe in her cookie collection and she and I began baking these when I was a young teen. There is no sugar among the ingredients, just the subtle taste of marmalade to add sweetness. It’s a soft cookie with an interesting combination of orange and chocolate.
RecipesCaramel Bread Pudding Tammie Peebles writes from Naples, Florida, “My mom gave me the recipe for this easy-to-make pudding. It’s a great way to use up day-old bread.”
RecipesCream Cheese-Filled Cookies My aunt baked these cookies as part of my wedding day dinner. Everyone was impressed with their eye-catching appeal and rich flavor. —Ruth Glick, New Holland, Pennsylvania
RecipesSlow-Cooked Strawberry Rhubarb Sauce This tart and tangy fruit sauce is excellent over pound cake or ice cream. I have served this topping many times and have gotten rave reviews from friends and family. —Judith Wasman, Harkers Island, North Carolina
RecipesPrairie Apple Crunch I can make two “guarantees” with this dish…it never fails and it disappears quickly. It is easy and delicious…what more can you ask for?
RecipesFlan This light egg custard recipe comes from a missionary friend who lives in Mexico. It’s very typical of the Southwest…and very delicious!
RecipesHoney Lemon Meringue Pie My husband especially enjoys this lemon meringue pie recipewith condensed milk. His mother made a similar treat for him when he was a child, but it was rewarding for me to create a recipe of my own that he loves so much! —Portia Gorman, Los Angeles, California
RecipesCandy Corn Cookies Get a head start on these buttery cookies by shaping and chilling the homemade dough ahead of time. When you’re ready, just slice and bake the tricolor treats. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
RecipesJelly Roll Cake Twice I’ve won first place at our county fair with this recipe. I enjoy trying new recipes and cooking for my family and guests.
RecipesRolo Cookies These chocolate Rolo cookies were a big hit with my father. The generous size makes them wonderful for gift-giving, and they’re always the first to go at parties. —Melissa Keenan, Larchmont, New York
RecipesApple Cider Pound Cake Fall in New England is so beautiful, and the apples here are the best! This apple cider cake is a family favorite and I like to serve it with hot cocoa.