Food & Receipts

This slow-cooker Italian pot roast is redolent with garlic and spices. When I come home from work to its wonderful fragrance, I can hardly wait to dive in. It's tender and tasty, and so easy to put together.—Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho,Ingredients1 boneless beef chuck roast (3 pounds)1 tablespoon Italian seasoning4 garlic cloves, minced1 pound fresh baby carrots2 cans...

Lefse is a Scandinavian flatbread made with potatoes. We traditionally make these delicious breads during the holiday season. Serve them topped with butter and a sprinkle of sugar or jelly, then roll them up. It's hard to eat just one. —Donna Goutermont, Sequim, Washington,Ingredients2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed1/3 cup heavy whipping cream, warmed1/4 cup shortening or butter,...

This chicken and pomegranate salad is special—simple, yet sophisticated—and never fails to win raves. I use quick-cooking farro, which takes only 10 minutes on the stovetop. Many stores now carry packaged pomegranate seeds in the refrigerated produce section year-round. —David Dahlman, Chatsworth, California,Ingredients1-1/2 cups uncooked farro, rinsed or wheat berries2 medium ripe avocados, peeled, pitted and chopped3 cups...

Here's a tart version of the classic banana pudding. Use the entire box of vanilla wafers, reserving 1/4 cup to sprinkle on the whipped cream topping. Add chai spice to make it interesting! —Tania Gordon, Chicago, Illinois,Ingredients5 medium bananas2 cups crushed vanilla wafers (about 60 wafers)5 tablespoons butter, softened1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1/4 cup packed light...

I have always loved SPAM, so I decided to combine it with pineapple to make this Polynesian-inspired macaroni salad recipe. It reminds me of vacationing in Hawaii. —Susan Bickta, Kutztown, Pennsylvania,Ingredients2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni1 tablespoon canola oil1 can (12 ounces) regular or teriyaki SPAM, cubed1 cup mayonnaise2 teaspoons sugar3/4 teaspoon ground mustard1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 can...

Cauliflower gratin is a lower-carb side dish that pairs well with pork, ham or beef. It's so creamy and delicious that even the kids will ask for seconds! If you like a little crunch, sprinkle buttered bread crumbs over the top for the last five minutes in the oven. — Mary Zinchiak, Boardman, Ohio,Ingredients1 large head cauliflower, cut...

These mini peach toasts are my creative homage to a beloved southern fresh peach cobbler. It has an upscale presentation and is very easy to prepare. —Mary Louise Lever, Rome, Georgia,Ingredients3 medium ripe peaches, peeled and thinly sliced3 tablespoons peach preserves1 teaspoon lemon juice1/4 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon6 English muffins, split and toasted1 carton (8...

These margarita wine cocktails are so fun, festive and unique. This favorite holiday beverage has complex flavors and warms the soul—it's the ultimate Christmas drink! —Becky Hardin, St. Peters, Missouri,Ingredients8 whole peppercorns8 whole allspice4 whole cloves3 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)1 bottle (750 milliliters)malbec or other dry red wine2 cups apple cider or juice1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar1/4...

Crisp, chewy, nutty and caramelized benne wafers (aka sesame seed cookies) are perfect for your holiday or Kwanzaa celebrations. For a more traditional type of cookie, leave them plain. If you feel like dressing them up, drizzle them with melted chocolate. Both ways are equally delicious. —April Wright, Whisk It Real Gud,Ingredients1 cup sesame seeds1-1/4 cups packed light...

This Thai salad is very fresh and flavorful. The peanut garnish adds a satisfying crunch. —James Schend, Taste of Home Deputy Editor,Ingredients2 cups spring mix salad greens1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves1 small napa cabbage, shredded1 small cucumber, sliced1 small red onion, julienned2 small carrots, shredded2 green onions, slicedPEANUT DRESSING:1/4 cup creamy peanut butter3 tablespoons hot water1 tablespoon lime...