RecipesCranberry Fruit Punch I tried different combinations of juices until I came up with this pleasant punch that’s not too sweet. It’s perfect when you’re serving a lot of holiday sweets. —Jean Ann Herritt, Canton, Ohio
RecipesFizzy Peach Shake This recipe came about when I was a child living in peach country in Washington. There were fresh peaches everywhere, so my mom and I came up with this beverage. We called it a fizz because there’s a bit of bubbling from the ginger ale. This recipe says “summer” to my family and me. Add more ginger ale to make it thinner, or more ice cream to make it thicker. —Teresa Jarnot, Monroe, Washington
RecipesCornbread Waffles Instead of serving a pan of squashy cornbread with your homemade chili, bake a batch of these gluten-free cornbread waffles
RecipesMaple-Glazed Pork Chops Everyone cleaned their plates when my mother made these succulent, tangy-sweet pork chops when I was growing up. Now I get the same results when I serve them to my family alongside applesauce and au gratin potatoes. —Cheryl Miller, Fort Collins, Colorado
RecipesSpiced Honey Pretzels If your tastes run to sweet and spicy, you’ll love these zesty pretzels with a twist. Their coating is so yummy, you won’t need a fattening dip to enjoy them! They’re so delightful for munching that your family will request you make them often. —Mary Lou Moon, Beaverton, Oregon
RecipesChai Spice Mix I received this recipe from my sister, who got it from a friend in Alaska. This warming drink makes a great Christmas gift. For friends at work, I bought some cute jars with lids. I placed some fabric on top and tied them with ribbon. —Donna Gish, Blue Springs, Missouri
RecipesPeanut Butter Milkshake You’ve got milk, peanut butter, and probably vanilla ice cream, too. Using just a few ingredients, you can whip up this peanut butter milkshake recipe in seconds. —Joyce Turley, Slaughters, Kentucky
RecipesSweet Pineapple Sauce I simmer up a yummy pineapple sauce that’s sensational whether served warm or cold. It’s delicious drizzled over ice cream for a simple dessert. Or try it with ham for a dressed-up dinner. —Mary Herron, Meshoppen, Pennsylvania
RecipesStrawberry Drink During the dog days of summer, my family looks for a cold, thirst-quenching drink. I like this strawberry cooler because it’s sparkling, refreshing and fast and easy to make.
RecipesTomato Gravy My mother-in-law gave me this tomato gravy recipe. It’s her very favorite breakfast. We—my husband, our two sons and I—also enjoy it for a light supper. Especially on a cold day, it’s great with warm peach cobbler or bread pudding. —Laurie Fisher, Greeley, Colorado
RecipesStrawberry Mojito Strawberries, lime and mint play so well together in this summery cocktail. Try it with any berry you have in the fridge! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
RecipesMaple Old-Fashioned The old-fashioned never goes out of style and lends itself well to endless variations. This version taps into fall by replacing the classic sugar cube or simple syrup with maple syrup. —Susan Bronson, Rhinelander, Wisconsin
RecipesWhipped Coffee (Dalgona Coffee) Whipped coffee is strong like espresso, but creamy and frothy like a latte and has just the right amount of sweetness. It can be served over ice or without. —Audrey Rompon, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
RecipesPrickly Pear Margarita For a unique cocktail that you’ll want to come to again and again, this prickly pear margarita is for you. With a base of Blanco tequila and lime juice, the prickly pear syrup is the star of the show—adding a mix of tropical, sweet and a bit of tart. —Lauren Grant, Minneapolis, Minnesota
RecipesSpicy Margarita Add a pinch of heat to your favorite tequila cocktail with this spicy margarita. Muddled jalapeno and a rim of tajin add the spice, while the lime juice and simple syrup keep the refreshing, citrusy flavor. —Lauren Grant, Minneapolis, Minnesota
RecipesEasy Greek Seasoning This homemade spice blend is a great one to have on hand. It adds a lot of flavor in a single shake! I like that it has less sodium than most store-bought varieties. —Francine Lizotte, Langley, British Columbia