Peanut butter oatmeal balls are the ultimate make-ahead snack. This no-bake recipe is chewy, nutty, naturally sweetened and includes chocolate—perfect for an afternoon energy boost or satisfying a sweet craving. Peanut butter oatmeal balls are the perfect bite-sized treats to meal prep for grab-and-go snacks or little pick-me-ups throughout the week. This healthy snack is … Read more
Summer was made for pasta salad, and this creamy, colorful dish is my go-to. My mom whipped it up in the ’90s when every pasta salad was smothered with Italian dressing. That version wasn’t my mom’s speed, so she took a risk and switched it up with mayo. She nervously brought it to a pool … Read more
Tex-Mex meets Italian in this cowboy spaghetti, a hearty pasta casserole that bursts with bold flavor thanks to bacon, ground beef and savory beans. In the 1960s and ’70s, Italian film directors began making low-budget Western movies that were dubbed “spaghetti Westerns.” Cowboy spaghetti is the culinary equivalent: a mashup of cozy Italian staple foods … Read more
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 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
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
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 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 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
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
