Health & Wellness

This tasty combo of fresh fruit and creamy orange-kissed yogurt is guaranteed to disappear fast from your breakfast table. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin,Ingredients4-1/2 cups cut-up fresh fruit (pears, apples, bananas, grapes, etc.)3/4 cup mandarin orange, vanilla or lemon yogurt1 tablespoon honey1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest1/4 teaspoon almond extract image/svg+xml Text Ingredients View Recipe, DirectionsDivide fruit...

Crackling homemade bread makes an average day extraordinary. Enjoy this beautiful crusty bread recipe as is, or stir in a few favorites like cheese, garlic, herbs and dried fruits. —Megumi Garcia, Milwaukee, Wisconsin,Ingredients1-1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast1-3/4 cups warm water (110° to 115°)3-1/2 cups plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, divided2 teaspoons salt1 tablespoon cornmeal or additional flour image/svg+xml...

Every Christmas my grandmother and I made divinity candy, just the two of us. I still make it every year. —Anne Clayborne, Walland, Tennessee,Ingredients2 large egg whites3 cups sugar2/3 cup water1/2 cup light corn syrup1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup chopped pecans image/svg+xml Text Ingredients View Recipe, DirectionsPlace egg whites in the bowl of a stand mixer; let stand...

This thick, creamy dip is my mom's recipe and a family favorite for ringing in the season. It also makes a tasty substitute for mayonnaise on chicken and turkey sandwiches.,Ingredients1/2 cup milk1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled blue cheese2 garlic cloves, peeledAssorted crackers image/svg+xml Text Ingredients View Recipe, DirectionsIn a blender, combine the...

I received this fried cabbage and noodles recipe from a friend of Hungarian descent. Some folks turn up their noses when it is presented, but after one taste, they always come back for seconds...and thirds! —Jeanie Castor, Decatur, Illinois,Ingredients2 cups uncooked fine egg noodles3/4 pound bacon strips, diced1/2 medium head cabbage, thinly sliced1/4 teaspoon saltDash pepper image/svg+xml Text...

One of my dear friend's husband's who died of cancer loved this recipe. The outer circle of apples makes for a very festive, eye catching piece. I have never had anyone try this that doesn't absolutely love it and ask me every year to bring it to all fall social events. —Angie Hillman, Cottonwood, Arizona,Ingredients1 carton (12 ounces)...

Years ago, when my husband and I put in our first garden, a neighbor suggested zucchini since it's easy to grow. Our kids were reluctant to try new things, so I used our squash in this cheesy chowder—it met with solid approval from all of us! —Nanette Jordan, Flint, Michigan,Ingredients2 medium zucchini, chopped1 medium onion, chopped2 tablespoons minced...

This cranberry sauce with maple syrup recipe is simple, quick and a family favorite. It's delicious as a garnish for turkey or other meat entrees. I'll often make a double batch so we have extra to spread on toast or even use as a topping on desserts. —Rebecca Israel, Mansfield, Pennsylvania,Ingredients2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries1/2 cup maple...

Most people don't think about grapes when creating a canned pickle recipe. The pickling liquid for these grapes includes red wine, vinegar, and common pickling spices like coriander, mustard seeds and hot pepper; it also contains warm spices like cinnamon and star anise along with brown sugar. These flavor-packed grapes are unique and delicious on an antipasto, pickle...

There's a rush to breakfast in my house when I whip up this chocolate chip pancake recipe. The batter calls for chocolate milk and mini chips, and I top the golden brown cakes with butter and fruit. My daughter says the chocolate chip pancakes are one of her all-time favorites. —Laura Rader, Fergus Falls, Minnesota,Ingredients1 cup all-purpose flour1...