Health & Wellness

These pretty muffins are perfect for Christmas morning. Make them the night before and keep them on the counter in an airtight container. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen,Ingredients3/4 cup butter, softened3/4 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature1/2 cup plain yogurt1/2 teaspoon almond extract1 cup all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup red candied cherries, chopped image/svg+xml Text...

“This easy-to-mix salsa adds tropical flair to sweet and spicy glazed tuna steaks,“ writes Bonnie Hogan from Rochester, New Hampshire. “It’s a delicious and attractive entree with minimal prep work.”,Ingredients1 cup cubed fresh pineapple1 tablespoon finely chopped red onion1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro3 teaspoons cider vinegar, divided1 teaspoon minced jalapeno pepper, optional2 tablespoons hoisin sauce1 tablespoon ketchup4 tuna...

This mild, homemade tuna casserole will truly satisfy your family's craving for comfort food without all the fat! —Colleen Willey, Hamburg, New York,Ingredients1 package (7 ounces) elbow macaroni1 can (10-3/4 ounces) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese1 cup fat-free milk1 can (5 ounces) light water-packed tuna, drained...

This seasoned butter is a delicious way to add great herb flavor and a hint of color to your favorite breads and vegetables.—Connie Moore, Medway, Ohio,Ingredients1 cup butter, softened2 tablespoons minced fresh tarragon or 2 teaspoons dried tarragon2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 teaspoon minced chives1 garlic clove, mincedDash pepper image/svg+xml Text Ingredients View Recipe, DirectionsBeat all ingredients until...

Every time I make this quick blue cheese dip, someone asks for the recipe. It only requires a few items, so its a snap to put together. I often prepare the thick spread with Gorgonzola cheese and serve it with toasted pecans. —Sandy Schneider Naperville, Illinois,Ingredients1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/3 cup sour cream1/2 teaspoon white pepper1/4...

More and more people in my workplace are becoming vegetarians. When we cook or eat together, the focus is on fresh produce. This salad combines some of our favorite ingredients in one dish...and with the hard-boiled eggs and kidney beans, it delivers enough protein to satisfy those who are skeptical of vegetarian fare. —Elizabeth Kelley, Chicago, Illinois,Ingredients1/3 cup...

Herbs lend amazing flavor to these deviled eggs, which truly are the best you can make! The recipe includes tasty variations that feature bacon, chipotle peppers and crab.—Jesse & Anne Foust, Bluefield, West Virginia,Ingredients1/2 cup mayonnaise2 tablespoons 2% milk1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1/2 teaspoon dill weed1/2 teaspoon minced chives1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon paprika1/8 teaspoon garlic...

“Usually, I make my tuna salad the night before, so the flavors have more time to blend. Plus, the sandwiches go together quickly for a neat and compact meal.” —Ivy Abbadessa, Loxahatchee, Florida,Ingredients1 large cucumber, seeded and finely chopped1/4 cup finely chopped red onion1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley2 teaspoons grated lemon zest1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt1/4 cup reduced-fat Italian...

These popular pancakes are likely to spark a craving. For a different twist, switch the citrus ingredient to lime or lemon juice.—Brehan Kohl, Anchorage, Alaska,Ingredients1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour3 tablespoons sugar1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1 large egg, room temperature1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese3/4 cup 2% milk1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest1/2 cup orange juice1/4 cup butter,...

After craving tomato soup, I decided to make my own. My sister Joan likes it chunky-style, so she doesn't puree. Serve it with a grilled cheese sandwich. —Marian Brown, Mississauga, Ontario,Ingredients2 teaspoons canola oil1/4 cup finely chopped onion1/4 cup finely chopped celery2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained1-1/2 cups water2 teaspoons brown sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried...