Shrimp Asparagus Pasta

Shrimp and asparagus pasta sounds fancy and tastes incredible—but even home cooks who shy away from seafood can easily master it. With its succulent pink shrimp, bright, herbal sauce and heaps of angel hair noodles, shrimp asparagus pasta looks like a dish you’d splurge on at a fancy restaurant. However, I’m happy to say that … Read more

Marinated Mozzarella

Marinated mozzarella is the ultimate light-touch appetizer, as you really only need to combine the ingredients, then let the marinade do the work. It’s perfect for parties or a snack to enjoy with a glass of wine. Fresh, ripe mozzarella in a pouch with whey is so wonderfully creamy and tangy, you can enjoy it … Read more

Raspberry Rhubarb Slab Pie

It’s the most wonderful time of the year … for rhubarb lovers! When the beloved spring fruit is in season, celebrate by stirring up this rhubarb raspberry slab pie. Big enough to share, the slab pie brims with a hot pink, sweet-tart fruit filling. One of the first fruits to appear at farmers markets every … Read more

Southwest Corn Salad

I first saw this Southwest corn salad recipe in the Omaha paper a few years ago. It’s ideal for family get-togethers of all kinds. Hearty enough to serve during winter, this salad always brings back memories of summer picnics! —Joanna Lonnecker, Omaha, Nebraska Southwest Corn Salad Tips What can I serve with Southwest corn salad? … Read more

Pizza Enchiladas with Pepperoni Beef

Pizza Fusion Enchilada Casserole If you’re torn between craving a loaded pizza and a saucy enchilada, these incredible Pizza Enchiladas deliver the absolute best of both worlds in one bubbling, irresistible pan that satisfies every comfort food craving. My family always lights up with genuine excitement when I set this cheesy mashup on the dinner … Read more

Taco Ranch Bites

Taco Ranch Phyllo Bites I whipped up this amazing finger food combination in my cramped kitchen last year when I needed something impressive but simple for unexpected guests. These Taco Ranch Bites combine my passion for speedy Southwest flavors with elegant bite-sized presentation that makes every gathering feel more special. Every tiny phyllo cup holds … Read more

Magic Cake

This popular magic cake has three distinct layers and requires only six ingredients to make. It disappears fast, too, just like magic! Magic cake, or gateau magique, is a delicate French dessert that impresses at every level. Baked in a single pan, the batter produces three different layers while in the oven, earning the cake … Read more

Pineapple Upside Sugar Cookies

Cream butter and sugar, add egg and vanilla. Mix in flour mixture, roll into balls, flatten, top with pineapple rings. Bake 14 minutes until golden. These delightful treats transform the beloved upside-down cake into portable cookie perfection with tender sugar cookie bases topped with golden pineapple rings. Each bite delivers buttery sweetness enhanced by caramelized … Read more

Lemon Blueberry Scones

These miniature lemon blueberry scones, dotted with fruit and drizzled with citrusy glaze, are just right for a few sweet bites. Tender and just-sweet-enough blueberry and lemon scones make a lovely addition to any breakfast or brunch lineup. The trick to making a scone recipe a little less rich than typical is to add yogurt … Read more

Blueberry Cheesecake Stuffed French Toast

Indulge in the irresistible flavors of pillowy brioche filled with a silky cream cheese mixture and juicy blueberries, dipped in a cinnamon-vanilla custard. Sizzle until golden brown for a crisp exterior and creamy, sweet-tart center. Customize with your choice of berries or bread, and serve warm with maple syrup and fresh fruit. Whether for weekend … Read more