Food & Receipts

These gluten-free chocolate crinkle cookies are a family favorite. The ground almonds make them even better. —Karen Kelly, Germantown, Maryland,Ingredients1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 large eggs, room temperature2 cups superfine almond flour1/2 cup baking cocoa1/4 cup coconut flour1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/8 teaspoon salt1/4 cup confectioners' sugar image/svg+xml Text Ingredients View Recipe, DirectionsPreheat the oven...

This versatile mint chutney recipe pairs well with samosas, sandwiches and salads! Its herby, bright flavor dresses up any dish. —Soniya Saluja, The Belly Rules the Mind,Ingredients1 bunch fresh cilantro leaves, stems removed (about 2 cups)1 bunch fresh mint leaves, stems removed (about 1 cup)3 to 4 whole green chile peppers3 garlic cloves, halvedJuice of 1 lemon or...

Arayes are grilled Lebanese-style sandwiches that are stuffed with a seasoned meat mixture. They're commonly found throughout the food stalls that line the streets of Beirut. If you'd rather not use a grill, they can be baked in the oven or made in a panini press. —Nikki Haddad, Germantown, Maryland,Ingredients2 large onions, coarsely chopped1-1/2 cups packed fresh parsley...

This delicious appetizer is near and dear to our family. It is a symbol of our family's Christmas and New Year's celebrations. My mom made this cheese ball for more than 30 years. —Molly Sumner, Creve Coeur, Missouri,Ingredients5 packages (2 ounces each) thinly sliced dried beef12 ounces cream cheese, softened1/3 cup finely chopped sweet onion4 drops Worcestershire sauceRitz...

This German buttercream frosting is super silky and buttery. It's pleasantly sweet, but not overly sweet like some American buttercreams can be. —Rashanda Cobbins, Milwaukee, Wisconsin,Ingredients1/2 cup sugar1 tablespoon cornstarch1 cup whole milk4 large egg yolks, room temperature, beaten1 teaspoon vanilla extractBUTTERCREAM:1-1/2 cups butter, softenedOptional: 3 tablespoons confectioners' sugar and vanilla extract image/svg+xml Text Ingredients View Recipe, DirectionsFor...

I love cooking with Brussels sprouts. This tofu stir-fry recipe is the perfect quick and healthy weeknight meal. Make a scrumptious hoagie by stuffing toasted rolls with this tasty mixture. —Joseph Sciascia, San Mateo, California,Ingredients3 tablespoons coconut oil, divided1 package (16 ounces) extra-firm tofu, drained and cut into 1/2-inch cubes2 pounds fresh Brussels sprouts, trimmed and cut into...

This special-occasion pomegranate cake is a delicious combination of tender cake, tart fruit and rich buttercream. It is also beautiful and stays moist for days. —Kelly Koutahi, Moore, Oklahoma,Ingredients1-1/2 cups pomegranate juice3 tablespoons brown sugar1 teaspoon ground ginger1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 can (29 ounces) pear halves in juice, drained and cut into 1/8-inch slicesCAKE:3/4 cup 2% milk1 teaspoon...

Crushed potato chips and ice cream; the combo gives you both sweet and salty. —Pam Slack, Freeburg, Illinois,Ingredients2 scoops vanilla ice cream1/2 cup crushed potato chips image/svg+xml Text Ingredients View Recipe, DirectionsTop ice cream with crushed potato chips.,Nutrition Facts1 serving: 287 calories, 17g fat (8g saturated fat), 29mg cholesterol, 219mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g...

Welcome fall with this simple side dish. It's a pleasant change of pace from the traditional casserole with marshmallows, and it's quite popular at potlucks. —Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas,Ingredients5 medium sweet potatoes (about 3 pounds), peeled and cubed2/3 cup packed brown sugar3 tablespoons butter1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground cloves1/8 teaspoon pepper2 teaspoons grated orange zest1/3 cup...

I altered a plain chocolate fudge recipe to create this festive mint Oreo fudge. Mint Oreo cookies can be used instead of plain for even more minty flavor. —Dawn E. Lowenstein, Huntingdon Valley, Pennsylvania,Ingredients6 tablespoons butter, divided1 package (11-1/2 ounces) milk chocolate chips2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1/4 cup crushed candy canes (about...