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You won't recognize the leftover mashed potatoes in this excellent tasting soup from Dorothy Bateman of Carver, Massachusetts. "Topped with...

This ranch-style beans recipe is served at all of our barbecues. It seems most people who live here like spicy,...

If you've had your fill of pumpkin pie, this cool and creamy pumpkin mousse is perfect for you. Its light...

While I was growing up, my mom would make this traditional German soup. It tasted so good on chilly fall...

This recipe is especially convenient when unexpected guests arrive. It's so easy to whip up and looks pretty with a...

Once, I asked my mother how to make eggnog, and she showed me this recipe. After just one taste, folks...

As the oldest of eight girls growing up on the farm, I began cooking at an early age! This soup—which...

My mother used to make this hearty soup from her garden's bountiful crop of beets and other vegetables. —Ruth Andrewson,...

This dill pickle soup is made from a century-old Swiss recipe. Traditionally, it is a winter soup, but we serve...

When it's too hot to bake something sweet but you're craving chocolate, my chocolate mousse torte is all you need....

One of my piano students taught me the perfect lesson in holiday recipes: this fresh cranberry salad. The keys are...

These whipped shortbread cookies melt in your mouth. Mostly I make them for the holidays, but I'll also prepare them...

Old-fashioned but never out of style, I got this favorite pumpkin recipe from an elderly aunt. —Lois Fetting, Nelson, Wisconsin

To top off the meal, Connie bakes these appropriately Irish cookies. "But they taste good anytime," she says. "You can...

Homemade pudding reminds me of my grandma and how she turned milk and eggs into creamy textures before my eyes....

No one will guess that you cheated by using canned tomato soup. This lovely soup tastes homemade all the way!...

These homemade pretzels never last long around our house. My kids love to make them…and eat them! I serve them...

This Irish coffee lives up to its reputation as a relaxing after-dinner drink. Creme de menthe adds a colorful touch...

Traditional mojitos are made with rum, which is both pleasant and mildly sweet. If you want a new spin on...

You'll love this delicious meatless soup brimming with veggies and barley. The plus is it's good for you too! —Mary...

This is one of my favorite cakes. It’s moist and light yet so satisfying. I’ve been adapting it for years...

Here on our ranch, I cook for three men who love burgers. These fluffy hamburger buns are just right for...

Impress all your friends by serving cream soups or dips with this bread bowl recipes. It's one of the most...

Our family absolutely loves zucchini, especially when we grow it ourselves. We’ve found many ways to use it, including this...

My go-to Thai restaurant inspired this curry soup. Shiitake mushrooms are my favorite, but any fresh mushroom will work. Fresh...

A dear Filipino friend gave me a pork pancit recipe so tempting, we never have leftovers. Try it with meats...

Creamy and rich, this homemade banana pudding recipe is so easy. Layer it in a trifle bowl for a pretty...

When my husband was diagnosed with diabetes, many of the treats he enjoyed were off-limits. This moist, flavorful bread satisfies...

This banana custard pudding is easy to stir up anytime. —Hazel Fritchie, Palestine, Illinois