RecipesCreamy Succotash This is a creation from my sister, Jenny. When I saw her make it, I didn’t think the combination would be very tasty together, but I changed my mind immediately upon tasting it.” -Shannon Koene of Blacksburg Virginia
RecipesFancy Green Salad Here’s a festive, flavorful quick-toss salad that adds color to any table. Contributor Diana Smith from Wesson, Mississippi says, “A lady brought this to a church gathering. It was so pretty and wonderful, I just had to have the recipe.” TIP: You could substitute toasted pine nuts for the sunflower kernels for a different kind of crunch.
RecipesHealthy Garlic Green Beans “Because this recipe is easy to prepare, healthy and delicious, it has become the only way I make green beans,” says Clara Saxe of Colorado Springs, Colorado. The versatile beans feature plenty of garlic and Italian seasoning and complement most any entree.
RecipesHam and Broccoli Biscuit Bake Whenever I cook this creamy dish, I’m on alert to make sure my husband doesn’t nibble before I bring it to the table. I chide him, but really, who could resist the aroma or the golden crust bubbling to the top? —Amy Wheeler, Baltimore, Maryland
RecipesPeas a la Francaise “I love peas, and this recipe is a favorite. It features tiny pearl onions touched with thyme and chervil, and its presentation is lovely.” —Christine Frazier, Auburndale, Florida
RecipesPeppered Cornbread Pretty flecks of jalapeno and red peppers peek out from this golden cornbread. It has a mild flavor that appeals to most palates. —Ila Bray, Pelham, North Carolina
RecipesChicken Deep Dish Potpie I adapted this recipe from a cookbook that I have had for many years. It’s an excellent recipe for leftover chicken. Even though it takes a bit of time to prepare, everyone agrees it’s well worth it. —Bonnie Jean Lintick, Kathryn, Alberta
RecipesPotato-Stuffed Peppers For an eye-appealing twist on traditional mashed potatoes, serve this tempting side alongside ham, chicken or your favorite meat loaf.
RecipesGolden Potato Casserole The day after Thanksgiving, I prepare three of these golden brown bakes for our large family gathering. I complete the feast with egg bake, banana nut bread and fruit.—Sally Durrett, Palo Cedro, California
RecipesSlow-Cooked Pot Roast I like to serve my fork-tender pot roast with sauteed tarragon carrots and rosemary-roasted red potatoes. This homey meal suits all tastes-and the aroma alone is satisfying. —Vera Carroll, Medford, Massachusetts
RecipesThree-Cheese Sausage Lasagna Here’s a nice alternative to traditional lasagna, and it’s so easy to prepare! It has a simple white sauce and lots of savory Italian sausage. —Lesley Cormier Pepperell, Massachusetts
RecipesJalapeno-Pear Chutney With tongue-tingling peppers, pears, tomatoes and more, this versatile chutney is a mouthful of flavor. Serve it alongside your favorite meat entree…as a sandwich spread…over cream cheese for an appetizer…or even with chips as a salsa-style dip.—Deb Thomson, Grand Island, Nebraska
RecipesBeef and Spinach Skillet Over the years, I’ve tried to instill a love of cooking in our seven children. And we’ve enjoyed a variety of delicious recipes, including this one. – Nancy Robaidek, Krakow, Wisconsin
RecipesWonderful Carrot Cake This healthy carrot cake recipe is moist, tender and delicious. Kids will love it because it’s sweet, and you’ll love it because it’s packed with good-for-you carrots. —Brenda Rankhorn, New Market, Alabama
RecipesRoot Stew While inventing a new form of comfort food, I made a stew of carrots, turnips, parsnips and rutabaga. When I’m in the mood to change things up, I add potatoes or chicken. —Maria Davis, Flower Mound, Texas