Food & Receipts

Give a humdrum side salad a Scandinavian touch by adding some freshly chopped dill and tiny shrimp. —Kallee Krong-McCreery, Escondido, California,Ingredients2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni1 cup mayonnaise2 teaspoons sugar2 teaspoons snipped fresh dill3/4 teaspoon ground mustard1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 cup peeled and deveined cooked shrimp (100-150 per pound)4 hard-boiled large eggs, sliced1 small cucumber, chopped1 small red...

This pumpkin sangria is made of sweet white wine, spices, and fresh pears and apples. Using canned pumpkin makes it easy. —James Schend, Taste of Home Deputy Editor,Ingredients3 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)10 whole allspice10 whole cloves3 cups water1 can (15 ounces) canned pumpkin1/4 cup lemon juice1 bottle (750 milliliters) sweet white wine1 cup apple brandy or plain brandy1...

These Philly cheesesteak sliders are a wonderful way to use leftover roast beef, but using sliced roast beef from the deli also works. —Debra Waggoner, Grand Island, Nebraska,Ingredients2 large green peppers, sliced1 large sweet onion, sliced1 tablespoon olive oil2 packages (12 ounces each) Hawaiian sweet rolls1-1/2 pounds sliced deli roast beef12 slices provolone cheese3/4 cup butter1-1/2 teaspoons dried...

I love caramel frappuccinos from Starbucks, but they get too expensive. I now make my own, and they are just as good. If you blend the milk with all the other ingredients, it gets too foamy—instead stir it in with a spoon after all the ice is crushed. —Heather Egger, Davenport, Iowa,Ingredients2 tablespoons ground dark coffee1 cup water3...

This savory funnel cake incorporates mashed potatoes and ranch seasoning into the dough. It's delicious. Just try it and you’ll see! —Chanie Apfelbaum, Brooklyn, New York,Ingredients1-1/2 cups sour cream or plain Greek yogurt1 envelope ranch salad dressing mix (1 oz.), divided2 pounds russet potatoes (about 3 large), peeled and cubed3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 large egg1/2 to 1 teaspoon...

Southerners are known for giving their recipes colorful names. This one got its name because each extra-large drop biscuit is as big as a cat's head. The treats are crisp and golden outside, soft and pillowy inside, and filled with scallions, cheddar cheese and just the right amount of black pepper. These cathead biscuits are quick to fix...

These chocolate Rolo cookies were a big hit with my father. The generous size makes them wonderful for gift-giving, and they're always the first to go at parties. —Melissa Keenan, Larchmont, New York,Ingredients1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/3 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup all-purpose flour2/3 cup baking cocoa1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2...

These chicken souvlaki pitas are a favorite at our house, especially in summer. With just a few ingredients and a grill, we can enjoy a gourmet-style Greek dinner that's a snap to put together. Of course, a simple Greek salad on the side is a nice addition. — Becky A. Drees, Pittsfield, Massachusetts,Ingredients4 medium lemons, divided4 tablespoons olive...

This honey chicken wings recipe was given to me by a special lady who was like a grandmother to me. —Marisa Raponi, Vaughan, Ontario,Ingredients1/2 cup orange blossom honey1/3 cup white vinegar2 tablespoons paprika2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon pepper4 pounds chicken wings image/svg+xml Text Ingredients View Recipe, DirectionsCombine honey, vinegar, paprika, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Cut through...

This butternut squash soup is so full of flavor that you won't miss the meat or dairy! The added can of pumpkin helps to make the soup creamy and smooth, while the coconut milk adds a light sweetness. I love to make this soup as the seasons change! —Audrey Fell, Nashville, Tennessee,Ingredients1 large butternut squash, peeled and cut...