RecipesLemon Cream Bonbons I used to save these special treats just for Christmastime. But they’re so easy and in such demand with my family that I now keep them on hand all year-round. As pretty as sugarplums, they make lovely gifts, too.
RecipesPeanut Butter Whipped Cream Frosting A luscious peanut butter whipped cream frosting is just a few ingredients away. Try it piped over your favorite chocolate cupcakes or dolloped onto hot chocolate. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
RecipesSpicy Stuffed Banana Peppers Banana peppers can be very tricky: Sometimes they are hot and sometimes they are not. If you want to be on the safe side, I recommend using Bianca peppers instead, which are a more sweet type of pepper. —Danielle Lee, Sewickley, Pennsylvania
RecipesPanzanella Pasta We take classic panzanella ingredients like ripe tomatoes, peppers and olives and toss them with hot noodles for a hearty pasta dish. My kids especially like the crunchy croutons. —Ashley Pierce, Brantford, Ontario
RecipesSuper Strawberry Shortcake “Wow!” is what people say when I set this dessert on the table. It’s fun to serve since it’s attractive, not overly sweet and bursting with the wondrous flavor of field-fresh strawberries. -Renee Bisch, Wellesley, Ontario
RecipesSummer Berry Pie Mom puts luscious fresh blueberries, strawberries and raspberries to great use in this cool, refreshing pie. A super dessert on a hot day, it provides a nice light ending to a hearty meal. -Judi Messina, Coeur d’Alene, Idaho
RecipesBlue Cheese Deviled Eggs I hope you’ll agree that blue cheese and a hint of hot pepper in the filling put these flavorful deviled eggs a step above the ordinary. They’re always well received at a gathering. -Nina Hall Citrus Heights, California
RecipesLight Ham Tetrazzini Add the cooked spaghetti noodles to the slow cooker just before heading to the potluck. Insulated carrying cases keep the food hot and make this crock pot tetrazzini dish easy to transport. —Susan Blair, Sterling, Michigan
RecipesBeer Margaritas A great drink for guys or gals on a hot summer day, this cool combination of two popular drinks, beer and lime margaritas, has a little kick. It’s like a grownup version of limeade. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
RecipesGrilled Pork Appetizers People can’t seem to get enough of these tender hors d’oeuvres. Marinated in a sauce that is slightly sweetened with honey, the party starters also make a wonderful entree when served over rice. —Susan LeBrun Of Sulphur, Louisiana
RecipesAsian Pork Kabobs Sweet and tangy, these kabobs have a delicious kick, thanks to the hot pepper sauce. My recipe can be adapted to add your favorite vegetables. It’s great with rice and a fresh salad. —Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho
RecipesGround Beef Gravy While I was growing up, this is the dinner Mom let me make once a week. Now when I prepare it for my family, I’m reminded of happy times with Mom in the kitchen.—Diane Krasley, Graterford, Pennsylvania
RecipesSparkling Ginger Lemonade Chill out with this delightful ginger lemonade perfect for springtime bridal showers or hot summer days on the deck. It’s a quick fix you’ll stir up time after time. —Jodi Blubaugh, Eagle Mountain, Utah
RecipesPressure-Cooker Swiss Steak Swiss steak has a been a standby for family cooks for decades, and this no-fuss way to cook it promises to keep the entree popular for years to come. Best of all, it’s low in calories and fat. —Sarah Burks, Wathena, Kansas
RecipesMicrowave Egg Sandwich If you’re looking for a grab-and-go breakfast for busy days, this high-protein sandwich is low in fat and keeps me full all morning. Plus, it’s only about 200 calories! —Brenda Otto, Reedsburg, Wisconsin
RecipesShrimp Crepes Several years ago, I came up this recipe when I was experimenting with my new crepe maker. It was a hit with the whole family and now appears on many special-occasion menus. —Donna Bartlett, Reno, Nevada