Health & Wellness

I'm now required to bring this to every family gathering during the holidays because it's so awesome! Why not start a new tradition for your family? —Sarah Farmer, Culinary Director, Taste of Home,Ingredients1/2 cup honey1 teaspoon dried thyme, divided1 large butternut squash (about 5 pounds), peeled, halved, seeded and thinly sliced3 tablespoons water1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive...

On my busy days, I treasure meal-in-one recipes like this one. Toss together a salad, and dinner is ready in no time. —Dorothy Wiedeman, Eaton, Colorado,Ingredients6 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained1/2 cup chopped green pepper1 cup chopped onion2 cups sliced fresh carrots1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)1 can (8...

It's surprising how a few herbs can brighten up tuna salad. Made with reduced-fat mayonnaise, this version gets its zip from mustard. It makes a terrific light lunch or Sunday brunch dish. —Billie Moss, Walnut Creek, California,Ingredients2 cans (6 ounces each) light water-packed tuna, drained and flaked1 cup chopped celery1/4 cup chopped sweet onion1/3 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise2 tablespoons...

These moist loaves are packed with the zesty taste of cranberries and orange peel. I suggest serving slices toasted with butter or cream cheese. —Ron Gardner, Grand Haven, Michigan,Ingredients2-3/4 cups all-purpose flour2/3 cup sugar2/3 cup packed brown sugar3-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1 large egg, room temperature1 cup 2% milk1/2 cup orange...

A great way to use lentils is in this satisfying salad. Besides the combination of textures, the tasty ingredients blend well with the creamy dressing. It merited a blue ribbon and praise from all the tasters at our church fair.,Ingredients2 cups shredded iceberg lettuce1 cup cooked lentils1 cup diced cooked chicken1 cup diced celery1/2 cup shredded carrot1/2 cup...

On busy days, I appreciate this fast-to-fix drop sugar cookie. Top each cookie with your favorite flavor of jam or jelly. —June Quinn, Kalamazoo, Michigan,Ingredients3/4 cup sugar3/4 cup canola oil2 large eggs, room temperature2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 teaspoon lemon extract1 teaspoon grated lemon zest2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup jam or jelly image/svg+xml Text...

My Asian-inspired pasta salad doubles up on the peas for some serious crunch and sweetness. —Catherine Cassidy, Editor, Taste of Home,Ingredients12 ounces uncooked Japanese soba noodles or whole wheat spaghetti1/4 cup water1 cup fresh snow peas or sugar snap peas, trimmed3 cups ice water3/4 cup frozen green peas, thawed1 small cucumber, chopped3 green onions, finely choppedSAUCE:1/4 cup creamy...

Meet the Cook: We have four boys - 13, 7, 6 and 5 - and these doughnuts never last long at our house. I like making them because I don't have to clean up a greasy mess. -Susie Baldwin, Columbia, Tennessee,Ingredients2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1-1/2 cups warm milk (110°...

These biscuits are made from a recipe that's been in our family for years. They are simple to make and smell so good when baking! The wonderful aroma takes me back to those days when Mom made these with dinner—it's as if I'm there in our family's kitchen again, with her busy at the stove. —Jean Parsons, Sarver,...

This quick cheese spread can be made ahead and chilled or just whipped up and served immediately.#151;Jenny Rodriquez, Pasco, Washington,Ingredients2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened2 cups (8 ounces) crumbled feta cheese1 jar (7 ounces) oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped1 cup minced fresh basilWheat crackers image/svg+xml Text Ingredients View Recipe, DirectionsIn a large bowl, beat cream...