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    Berry Slush

    2 reviews

    —Ruth Seitz, Columbus Junction, Iowa


    Grilled Lemon Chicken

    1 review

    My chicken gets its subtle pucker from lemonade concentrate. So simple, so sweet! —Linda Nilsen, Anoka, Minnesota


    Favorite Fruit Salad

    1 review

    I spend a lot of time in the kitchen, especially when our four children and nine grandchildren come to visit....


    Apricot Aspic

    1 review

    A family who usually passes up molded salads will hunt for this fruity apricot aspic recipe at our covered dish...


    Molded Cherry-Pineapple Salad

    I found this recipe in an area newspaper years ago. When this festive salad appears at a potluck, folks always...


    Crescent Chicken Squares

    3 reviews

    Through many years living on a farm, I've collected quite a few recipes using chicken. Family and friends tell me...


    Grilled Blue Cheese Sandwiches

    2 reviews

    Once they try these rich tasty sandwiches, the blue cheese lovers in your family will never request a traditional grilled...


    Hot Dogs with Chili Beans

    1 review

    This was a recipe my mom used often when I was growing up. These hot dogs were a favorite summertime...

    Terrific Sub Sandwich

    1 review

    This sandwich is an all-time family favorite around our house. We love the leftovers—if we're lucky enough to have any!—for...


    Easy Seafood Bisque

    9 reviews

    I've always enjoyed seafood bisque at restaurants and one day decided to try my hand at a homemade version. Everyone...


    Champion Roast Beef Sandwiches

    3 reviews

    When I have time, I like to prepare a roast with this much-requested recipe in mind. But when I need...


    Breakfast in Bread

    5 reviews

    I enjoy making this delicious breakfast bread since it's very easy and a nice change of pace from sweeter breads....


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    Hawaiian Banana Bread

    14 reviews

    Our Hawaiian banana bread recipe adds a fruity, tropical twist to the classic banana loaf. Enjoy a slice with softened...


    Cranberry Tea

    This colorful tea with its sweet spicy flavor is a great winter warmer-upper. The aroma is sure to bring guests...


    Pineapple Smokies

    9 reviews

    These sausages in a tangy-sweet sauce make an excellent holiday snack. The recipe is quick and easy but makes lots....


    Honey-Glazed Turkey

    3 reviews

    Discover a honey-glazed turkey recipe that ensures a mouthwatering bird caramelized to perfection under a rich, sweet honey glaze. Including...


    Orange and Cranberry Relish

    1 review

    I always include this delicious cranberry-orange relish as part of our special Christmas Eve dinner.

    Chocolate Snowball Cookies

    34 reviews

    These dainty cookies just melt in your mouth. I enjoy making them for get-togethers when there are lots of people...


    Chewy Apple Candies

    2 reviews

    This chewy fruity candy is a refreshing change of pace from traditional chocolates and fudge. It keeps well in the...


    Chocolate Bonbons

    3 reviews

    These six-ingredient chocolate bonbons are simple to make and always a delight. They make a welcome offering for housewarmings or...


    Ice Cream Balls

    4 reviews

    These ice cream balls are a fun and easy dessert to fix—even the kids can help. The cereal adds a...


    Herb Butter

    This savory butter makes a thoughtful and versatile gift at holiday time. It's great spread on French bread or chicken...


    Spicy Mustard

    When I make this mustard, I add fresh horseradish from our garden and vinegar seasoned with homegrown tarragon. —Joyce Lonsdale,...

    Pear Raspberry Jam

    2 reviews

    I give this sweet and tangy jam as a Christmas gift. In this part of the country, pears and raspberries...


    Vanilla-Almond Coffee

    This recipe is perfect for any coffee lover. Instead of buying flavored coffees, I make my own using flavored extracts...


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    Bacon-Wrapped Water Chestnuts

    7 reviews

    You need only four ingredients to make these delicious bacon-wrapped water chestnuts!


    Sausage Bean Delight

    1 review

    One of our children recently declared she doesn't like green beans. But she eagerly digs into this tempting dish.


    Classic Lima Bean Casserole

    2 reviews

    An abundance of homegrown lima beans and leftover sausage inspired me to create this dish more than 20 years ago....


    Sausage ‘n’ Apple Baked Squash

    1 review

    This hearty side dish is perfect for winter evening meals and complements an assortment of meats. I clipped it from...