Health & Wellness

These pretty pink cookies always turn out so tender. They are the hit of my holiday! —Barbara Nowakowski, North Tonawanda, New York,Ingredients1 cup shortening1 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt2 cups coarsely chopped fresh or frozen cranberries2 cups semisweet chocolate chips2 tablespoons shortening1-1/4 cups chopped walnuts, optional...

Even my 3-year-old loves this family-favorite beef barley skillet. It's very filling, inexpensive and packed with veggies. It's also really good spiced up with chili powder, cayenne or a dash of Tabasco. —Kit Tunstall, Boise, Idaho,Ingredients1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1/4 cup chopped onion1 garlic clove, minced1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium beef broth1 can (8 ounces) tomato...

I came up with this recipe after my daughter had cheese fries at a restaurant and couldn't stop talking about them. She loves that I can fix them so quickly at home. Plus, the frozen fry packets can be refrigerated and reheated. —Melissa Tatum, Greensboro, North Carolina,Ingredients1 package (28 ounces) frozen steak fries1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cheddar...

Guests can’t get enough of this thick, zesty dip that bursts with fresh Mediterranean flavor. The feta cheese and fresh mint complement each other beautifully, creating the perfect sidekick for crunchy carrots, toasted pita chips, sliced baguettes or any other dipper you fancy.—Rebecca Ray, Chicago, Illinois,Ingredients1/2 cup packed fresh parsley sprigs1/2 cup fresh mint leaves1/2 cup olive oil2...

Here's my go-to recipe for biscuits. Brushing them with the garlic-butter topping before baking seals the deal! —Amy Martin, Vancouver, WA,Ingredients2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour3 teaspoons baking powder2 teaspoons sugar1 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/2 cup cold butter, cubed1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese3/4 cup 2% milk1/2 cup sour creamTOPPING:6 tablespoons butter, melted1-1/2...

These old-fashioned fried apple rings are the perfect way to end an inexpensive meal. —Bernice Snowberger, Monticello, Indiana,Ingredients1 large egg2/3 cup 2% milk1 teaspoon vegetable oil1 cup all-purpose flour2 tablespoons sugar1 teaspoon baking powderDash salt5 large tart apples1-1/2 cups vegetable oil1/4 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamonCaramel ice cream topping, warmed image/svg+xml Text Ingredients View Recipe, DirectionsIn a bowl,...

This marshmallow recipe was my grandpa's favorite. At Christmastime, he would be busy making homemade marshmallows for his family and friends. —Diana Byron, New London, Ohio,Ingredients2 teaspoons butter3 envelopes unflavored gelatin1 cup cold water, divided2 cups sugar1 cup light corn syrup1/8 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon clear vanilla extractOptional toppings: Melted chocolate, hot fudge and/or caramel ice cream toppingOptional garnishes:...

A yummy honey-garlic topping turns these easy dinner rolls into something extra special. Try ’em with soups and chili. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen,Ingredients2 to 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 tablespoons sugar1 package (1/4 ounce) quick-rise yeast1/2 teaspoon salt3/4 cup warm water (120° to 130°)2 tablespoons plus 4 teaspoons butter, melted, divided3/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese2 teaspoons honey1/8...

Soon after I made these fritters for the first time, my husband began requesting them on a regular basis. I also like to serve them to overnight guests as a sweet breakfast treat. —Laurel Cosbie, Palm Desert, California,Ingredients2 large eggs, room temperature1/2 cup milk1 teaspoon canola oil1 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon salt4 large firm bananasAdditonal...

An amazing mix of fresh, zesty salsa and good, smoky flavor—plus 161mg of magnesium—makes this dish the catch of the day! —Sonya Labbe, Los Angeles,Ingredients1 medium papaya, peeled, seeded and chopped1/4 cup chopped red onion1/4 cup fresh mint leaves1 teaspoon finely chopped chipotle pepper in adobo sauce2 tablespoons olive oil, divided1 tablespoon honey4 halibut steaks (6 ounces each)...