Cranberry Persimmon Cookies
During the holidays, I bake double batch after double batch of these moist drop cookies. Dotted with dried cranberries and...
Chicken with Mandarin Salsa
When I have some leftover veggies, I dress the salsa up a little with some diced green onions and bell...
Whole Wheat Pecan Waffles
We bought a new waffle maker, and a recipe came along with it. We finally tried it, and after a...
Pecan-Stuffed Butternut Squash
I love autumn, when butternut squash is at its peak. This is one of my favorite ways to prepare it....
Pan-Fried Catfish with Spicy Pecan Gremolata
Gremolata, a citrusy minced herb mix, makes a flavorful garnish. This well-seasoned version, with pecans added, gives an unexpected nutty...
Maple Ricotta Mousse with Candied Pecans
Try not to sneak too many of the maple-y nuts while you make dessert. With the mousse, they're even better....
Maple-Pecan Glazed Ham
Maple syrup is reduced to concentrate its lovely flavor. Then it is spiced up to create a delicious glaze for...
Slow-Cooked Fruited Oatmeal with Nuts
The beauty of this breakfast is that you can set the slow cooker overnight and, with nothing more than a...
Cherry-Nut White Fudge
Ring in Christmas with this fudge that's the color of the season, white, red and green. The caramel-like flavored fudge...
Ozark Pudding Cake
The homey dessert uses kitchen staples to create a comforting, but simple treat, with a meringue cookie-like topping and a...
Apricot Pinwheels
I decorate my little spirals with vanilla icing, but they're yummy without it, too. Dried apricots and lots of spice...
Pecan Baked Apples
Cooked in the microwave, these desserts offer a time-saving twist on tradition. They're stuffed with dried cherries, nuts and brown...
Bacon-Pecan Stuffed Mushrooms
During the remodeling of my kitchen, I lost the recipe for these mushrooms. But I'd shared it so many times,...
Maple-Pecan Pork Chops
For a standout holiday dinner, start with this change-of-pace entree. Begin by simmering the chops in apple juice, then drizzle...
Chocolate Pecan Fondue
When our kids have friends sleep over, I like to surprise them with this chocolate treat. Our favorite dippers include...
Strawberry Orange Pecan Tossed Salad
With juicy strawberries, tangy mandarin oranges and crunchy pecans, this refreshing salad has plenty of appeal. The oil-and-vinegar dressing lends...
Nutty Banana Cake
Sweet, buttery frosting and a sprinkling of chopped nuts top this yummy cake that's loaded with banana and pecan flavor....
Lemon Pecan Pie
This unusual pie wins over everyone who tries it. The smooth filling nicely accents the nuts.
Pecan Chocolate Waffles
If you like waffles and chocolate, this recipe is for you. These tender but crunchy waffles are great for breakfast,...
Arugula Salad with Sugared Pecans
These candied pecans for salad pair perfectly with a tangy dressing. Our home economists recommend keeping a close eye on...
Pecan Apple Pancakes
Weekend brunches are a big deal here in Texas, and these sweet, well-spiced pancakes make any breakfast special. So put...
Secret-Ingredient Stuffed Eggs
My take on deviled eggs is full of surprises. The down-home appetizer Mom used to make gets an upscale touch...
Nut and Poppy Seed Rolls
My grandmother always made Nut and Poppyseed Roll, a Hungarian family favorite, as a treat for Christmas. It tastes extra...
Cranberry-Nut Brownies
I like to add extras like chips, nuts and dried cranberries to a brownie mix to turn regular brownies into...
Mayan Chocolate Pecan Pie
This started off as a regular pecan pie for Thanksgiving Day. But it's evolved into something extra special. —Chris Michalowski,...
Banana-Nut Waffle Cake
I wanted to use waffles in a creative way and came up with an idea of making a cake out...
Green Beans and Radish Salad with Tarragon Pesto
Whichever way my garden grows, I usually build my salad with green beans, radishes and a pesto made with tarragon....
Kahlua Fudge Sheet Cake
I make this cake for my grandsons. It's a quick and easy recipe that's perfect for chocolate and marshmallow cream...
Southern Banana Nut Bread
One day I had two ripe bananas and decided to make banana bread. I found this recipe in an old...