RecipesCranberry Chutney You can serve this chunky chutney over cream cheese or Brie with crackers, or as a condiment with roast pork or poultry. Either way, its slightly tart flavor and deep red hue lend a festive flair to the table. —Karyn Gordon, Rockledge, Florida
RecipesCountry Ham Sandwiches This yummy ham sandwich is perfect for lunches or a quick weeknight dinner when there’s no time for a big meal. Smoked cheddar and a creamy garlic-infused spread lend special appeal to this easy hand-held. —Jennifer Parham, Browns Summit, North Carolina
RecipesMoroccan Chicken Tagine Pockets I enjoy shredded chicken dishes, pita sandwiches and Moroccan seasonings. The addition of the carrot salad laced pomegranate seeds and with dates lends an extra punch and crunch. Mini flour tortillas can be substituted for pitas. —Arlene Erlbach, Morton Grove, Illinois
RecipesSweet Sausage Rolls Refrigerated dough makes these appetizers a snap to prepare. Sausage gives them a little smoky heat, while honey and brown sugar lend a touch of sweetness. It all adds up to a finger food that’s downright addicting! —Lori Cabuno, Canfield, Ohio
RecipesFrench Onion Soup with Meatballs I got the idea for how to make this soup after I went to a brewhouse restaurant that put ale in their gravy. I make this every time the weather starts to cool down in the fall—it’s comfort food for the soul. —Crystal Holsinger, Surprise, Arizona
RecipesChristmas Cutouts Making and decorating these tender sugar cookies left a lasting impression on our four children. Adults now, they’ve all asked for my Christmas cutouts recipe so they can bake them with their own children. —Shirley Kidd, New London, Minnesota
RecipesOrange Cream Cheese Spread “Here’s a smooth fluffy spread that couldn’t be easier to make—it has only four ingredients,” reports Lois Gelzer of Standish, Maine. “Try it as a topper on oven-fresh muffins or pumpkin bread. It lends a zingy orange taste to toast and bagels at breakfast, too.”
RecipesEastern Shore Crab Cakes In Delaware, we’re surrounded by an abundance of fresh seafood, particularly terrific crab. The secret to great crab cakes is fresh crab meat, not too much filler and not breaking up the crab too much. This recipe does all that. —Cynthia Bent, Newark, Delaware
RecipesCurried Three-Bean Salad Cumin and curry powder give this chilled three-bean salad terrific zip. “I get a lot of compliments on it,” says Howie Wiener, Spring Hill, Florida. Not only does it come together quickly, but at 70 cents a serving, it’s economical, too.
RecipesZucchini Sausage Lasagna This delicious zucchini and sausage casserole is a great way to sneak more vegetables into your family’s diet. Even friends who didn’t think they’d like lasagna made with zucchini have been won over by the taste! -Catherine Dawe, Kent, Ohio
RecipesMaple-Thyme Chicken Thighs We eat a lot of chicken at our house, and figuring out different ways to serve it gets challenging. My family went nuts for the cozy maple flavors in this recipe, so now I share it at potlucks, too. —Lorraine Caland, Shuniah, Ontario
RecipesBeef Cabbage Hash “As a busy working mother of two, I often rely on this comforting all-in-one skillet recipe when we need a quick meal,” relates Penny Wolverton of Parsons, Kansas. It’s simple, satisfying and costs only 55 cents for each serving.
RecipesRhubarb Ice Cream You don’t need an ice cream freezer to make this rich refreshing treat. Years ago, we had a big rhubarb patch. A neighbor who knew I loved ice cream shared this recipe with me. —Jan Douglas, Dent, Minnesota
RecipesPeppery Pizza Loaves I often take these French bread pizzas to church picnics or potluck suppers and there are never any left. When I fix them for me and my husband, I freeze two halves in foil to enjoy later. —Lou Stasny, Poplarville, Mississippi
RecipesCinnamon Coffee Bars “I’ve made these bars for more than 40 years, and they’re still a favorite,” writes Marylou Crouch from Granite Falls, Washington. The recipe makes a small pan, so the two of you can enjoy a few and have some left to share.
RecipesCreamy Chicken and Pasta Rich, creamy and laced with wine, this homemade sauce is one my family loves. Use it over pasta and chicken for a dinner you’ll be proud to serve. I also add capers to lend a salty, lemony flavor to pasta. —Elaine Moser, Spokane, Washington