RecipesBaked Stuffed Apples My husband loves the smell of these stuffed apples while they’re baking in the oven. He often tells me it wouldn’t be a true holiday celebration without them. — Tre Balchowsky, Sausalito, California
RecipesBLT Twice-Baked Potatoes Two favorites go together in this hearty dish: BLTs and twice-baked potatoes. I like to serve these potatoes with grilled steaks or barbecued chicken. —Mary Shenk, DeKalb, Illinois
RecipesBiscuit-Topped Beef Casserole “This satisfying recipe has been in our family for years. We just made a few adjustments,” writes Debbie Slater from Spokane, Washington. “It’s so flavorful, we can’t get enough of it!”
RecipesSlow-Cooker Marinated Mushrooms Here’s a healthy and delicious addition to any buffet spread. Mushrooms and pearl onions seasoned with herbs, balsamic vinegar and red wine are terrific on their own or alongside a tenderloin roast. —Courtney Wilson, Fresno, California
RecipesGrilled Tomato Pizzas My husband and I make grilled pizza with a tangy balsamic glaze, and it tastes as if we used a wood-burning oven. —Michele Tungett, Rochester, Illinois
RecipesPotato Muffins Come in from the cold to enjoy this moist parsley-fleck muffins. They’re comforting and delicious with a steaming bowl of soup, a savory stew or a favorite casserole. —Marlene Loecke, Des Moines, Iowa
RecipesHam and Scalloped Potatoes I fix this saucy skillet dish often, especially when I’m running late, because it’s easy and it takes so little time to prepare. The recipe won first prize in our local paper some years back. —Emma Magielda, Amsterdam, New York
RecipesButternut Squash Mac and Cheese I created this dish after my father had triple bypass surgery. He loves comfort food and I wanted him to be able to enjoy a rich and tasty dish like mac & cheese without all the fat and butter. It’s also a great way to sneak in some veggies for children. —Megan Schwartz, New York, New York
RecipesFry Sauce Want a change of pace from ketchup? Try fry sauce! You’ll often find this spiced-up blend of ketchup and mayo in Utah and Idaho. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
RecipesSavory Potato Skins For a simple hot snack that really hits the spot on a cool fall evening, put together a plate of these crisp potato skins. —Andrea Holcomb, Torrington, Connecticut
RecipesBlackberry Balsamic Spinach Salad This lightly dressed salad is packed with superfoods! When I have time, I make my vinaigrette from scratch. —Mary Lou Timpson, Colorado City, Arizona
RecipesCheddar Mashed Cauliflower Want an alternative to mashed potatoes? Try cauliflower jazzed up with cheddar cheese and rosemary. —Chrystal Baker, Studio City, California
RecipesBeef and Sauerkraut Dinner Meet the Cook: I’ve been making this one-dish meal for more than 30 years. The original recipe called for a single can of sauerkraut—but that wasn’t enough for us! My husband (we have a grown son) is pastor to two small-town congregations. Among other occasions, I enjoy preparing this for church potlucks. —Marilyn Dietz, White, South Dakota
RecipesTwice-Baked Mashed Potatoes Dress up an all-time favorite comfort food with savory fixings. This is an easy twice baked mashed potatoes recipe that delivers big flavor. Better still, you can effortlessly double or triple it for a crowd. —Anna Mayer, Fort Branch, Indiana
RecipesCreamy Garlic Soup While this soup simmers, the great garlicky aroma will fill your kitchen! We love the toasted garlic bread floating on top of a rich and creamy bowlful. It would be a terrific first course for most any meal.
RecipesParmesan Potato Soup Meet the Cook: Even my husband, who’s not much of a soup eater, likes this. Our two boys – ages 5 and 2 – do, too. With homemade bread and a salad, it’s a satisfying meal. -Tami Walters, Kingsport, Tennessee