RecipesKetchup Shrimp With its delightfully sweet-tangy flavor, this ketchup shrimp recipe is destined to become a favorite! My husband and I adapted it from a recipe in a magazine, and we just love it. —Kathleen Davis, North Bend, Washington
RecipesBlue Cheese & Berry Tossed Salad The sweet tang of blueberries complements the sharpness of blue cheese in this breezy side. Topped with pecans, it could pass for a fancy restaurant’s signature salad.—Rachael Zavala, Pleasant Hill, California
RecipesCarrot Cheesecake My family loves this creamy make-ahead dessert. Unlike traditional cheesecake, I sprinkle a streusel topping over the filling. It needs to be refrigerated overnight and is well worth the wait. —Misty Wellman, Scottsdale, Arizona
RecipesMushroom Pork Chops My mother-in-law gave me this recipe years ago, and I have used it ever since. My family loves the sweetness with a little kick.—Hilary Rigo, Wickenburg, Arizona
RecipesRagin’ Cajun Eggplant and Shrimp Skillet We have a large summer garden where lots of produce lingers into fall. That’s when we harvest our onions, bell peppers, tomatoes and eggplant—some of the key ingredients of this dish. —Barbara Hahn, Park Hills, Missouri
RecipesAnti-Vampire Potion (Butternut Squash & Garlic Soup) I remember making this velvety soup with my mom. Butternut squash gives it warm color, and garlic wards off any unfriendly spirits. Try using whipping cream for an extra smooth texture. —Steven Eder, Lebanon, Pennsylvania
RecipesSautéed Broccoli I invented this sauteed broccoli recipe while looking for a different way to cook broccoli that was lower in fat and sodium. Quick, colorful and tasty, it makes a quick and easy accompaniment to a variety of meals.—Jim MacNeal, Waterloo, New York
RecipesChicken ‘n’ Peppers With garden-fresh peppers and tender chicken, this dish is perfect when your family is craving a lighter dinner. Serve it with rice and green salad
RecipesSausage & Chicken Gumbo This recipe for classic southern comfort food was the first thing I ever cooked for my girlfriend. It was simple to make but tasted gourmet—definitely love at first bite. —Kael Harvey, Brooklyn, NY
RecipesCreamy Garlic & Mushroom Soup Cool, crisp winter evenings call for comforting bowls of rich, cream soup. It’s a terrific first course at holiday meals.—Mandy Howison, Glenshaw, Pennsylvania
RecipesArtichoke & Spinach Dip Pizza When I have garlic oil in my pantry, I swap it for regular olive oil. The garlic adds a little something without being overpowering. —Shelly Bevington, Hermiston, Oregon
RecipesPorcini Mac & Cheese This recipe was inspired by a mushroom mac and cheese I had at a local restaurant. I incorporated the fall flavor of a pumpkin ale, and it turned out better than the original. —Laura Davis, Chincoteague, Virginia
RecipesBBQ Hot Dog & Potato Packs For these nifty foil packs, small hands make quick work of topping potato wedges with a hot dog, onions and cheese. — Kelly Westphal, Wind Lake, Wisconsin
RecipesMicrowave Mac ‘n’ Cheese My family prefers homemade macaroni and cheese over the kind you get out of the box. This recipe is an easy way to keep them happy. Whenever we have a family get-together, I bring this comforting dish. Its “from scratch” taste can’t be beat. -Linda Gingrich, Freeburg, Pennsylvania
RecipesTuna ‘n’ Pea Casserole Turn to this recipe when you want a tuna casserole that’s a little different—the horseradish adds extra flavor. This dish is a tried-and-true favorite in our family, and it never fails. —Jackie Smulski, Lyons, Illinois
RecipesStrawberry-Pineapple Coleslaw Sweet fruit, a tangy coleslaw dressing and colorful crisp cabbage make a wonderful combination to share with others. I think the nuts add a healthy crunch. —Victoria Pederson, Ham Lake, Minnesota