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
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
RecipesChicken Hashbrown Casserole The first time I served this Chicken Hash Brown Casserole was to a family with five children. The kids and the adults loved it! This is one recipe I often make for parties—it goes a long way, and all ages enjoy it. —Ruth Andrewson, Leavenworth, Washington
RecipesCaramelized Onion Dip Once you taste this fabulous caramelized onion dip, you’ll never go back to store-bought french onion dip. While it takes a little longer to make, I promise it’s worth every minute. —Kelly Gardner, Alton, Illinois
RecipesFast Scalloped Potatoes These quick scalloped potatoes are mildly cheesy, creamy and comforting—just like Mom used to make—only less of them! —Edith Jennings, Prairie City, Iowa
RecipesClassic Carrot Cake I entered this yummy, moist cake in a Colorado Outfitters Association dessert contest. My carrot cake with pineapple earned first place! —Cheri Eby, Gunnison, Colorado
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
RecipesTater Tot Casseroles Ground beef, sausage, cheese and, of course, Tater Tots make this homey casserole a crowd-pleaser. Cayenne pepper and hot Italian sausage give it an extra punch of flavor. —Ryan Jones, Chillicothe, Illinois
RecipesCreamy Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes With five different dairy products, you know this make-ahead mashed potato casserole is going to be super rich and, of course, delicious. It gets even better topped with onions and bacon! —JoAnn Koerkenmeier, Damiansville, Illinois
RecipesRoasted Asparagus Risotto This recipe’s wow factor makes it perfect for special occasions. To save time, the asparagus and prosciutto can be roasting while the rice cooks on the stovetop. Then both will be ready to stir into the risotto by the time the rice is done. —Deonna Mazur, Buffalo, New York
RecipesLouisiana Shrimp Casserole Seafood is a popular food choice in our area. Since crabs and shrimp are so plentiful in our bayous and rivers, they’re used in a variety of recipes. —Ethel Miller, Eunice, Louisiana
RecipesCountry Chuck Roast with Mushroom Gravy This tender, savory roast practically melts in your mouth. It looks a bit complex, but the hands-free oven time makes it my go-to company recipe on a cold day. —Mary Kay LaBrie, Clermont, Florida
RecipesPumpkin Cheese Ball No one will guess that this make-ahead pumpkin cheese ball has pumpkin in it, but that subtle ingredient lends harvest color and added nutrition. —Linnea Rein, Topeka, Kansas
RecipesInstant Potato Gnocchi This tasty gnocchi is much easier than it looks and contains almost no saturated fat. Just serve with your favorite jarred pasta sauce, and you’re set! —Sarah Ott, Blanchardville, Wisconsin
RecipesPickled Corn When fresh corn is in season and you’re overeating it straight off the cob, try making pickled corn instead! —Amanda Phillips, Portland, Oregon
RecipesAir-Fryer Sweet Potato Fries I can never get enough of these air-fryer sweet potato fries! Even though my grocery store sells them in the frozen foods section, I still love to pull sweet potatoes out of my garden and slice them up fresh! —Amber Massey, Argyle, Texas