Health & Wellness

MY GRANDMOTHER would refer to this recipe as "comfort food", made from ingredients available on the farm or staples found in her pantry. She always cooked the corn bread in her "seasoned" black skillet, and it turned out slick as butter every time. -Elizabeth Cooper, Madison, Alabama,Ingredients1 tablespoon canola oil1 cup cornmeal1/4 cup all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2...

Lauren Heyn of Oak Creek, Wisconsin notes, "I've never tasted better guacamole than this. If there's time, I make homemade tortilla chips by frying 1-inch strips of flour tortillas in oil and salting them.",Ingredients6 small ripe avocados, halved, pitted and peeled1/4 cup lemon juice1 cup salsa2 green onions, finely chopped1/4 teaspoon salt or salt-free seasoning blend1/4 teaspoon garlic...

I don't care for prepackaged frozen French toast, but I rarely have time in the mornings to prepare it from scratch. Then my friend gave me this wonderful recipe. I keep a freezer full of these slices and simply pop them into the oven for a homemade breakfast in no time.,Ingredients4 eggs1 cup 2% milk2 tablespoons sugar1 teaspoon...

I plant zucchini every year, and we always seem to have more than we can use! This zucchini lasagna is a particularly delicious way I use our abundant crop. —Charlotte McDaniel, Williamsville, Illinois,Ingredients1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1/4 cup chopped onion1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce1 large...

Black bean soup recipes are among my favorite because they're light and it most of the time don't contain meat. For this recipe, you could add lean beef or chicken for a variation. —Angee Owens, Lufkin, Texas,Ingredients3 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained, divided3 celery ribs with leaves, chopped1 large onion, chopped1 medium sweet red...

Treat company to this perfect Italian meal. You'll have time to visit with your guests while it simmers, and it often earns rave reviews. I like to serve it with couscous, green beans and a dry red wine. Mangia! —Martha Schirmacher, Sterling Heights, Michigan,Ingredients12 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 3 pounds)2 medium green peppers, chopped1 can (14-1/2 ounces)...

I love Latin food so I created this recipe that combines wonderful spices and fresh ingredients. This is a traditional turkey recipe with a healthier twist because it uses chicken sausage instead of chorizo. —Melissa Lauer, San Antonio, Texas,Ingredients1 medium green pepper, finely chopped1 medium onion, finely chopped2 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons ground coriander1 teaspoon ground cumin1/8 teaspoon...

Simple to prepare but full of flavor, these tuna steaks have a slight sweetness, thanks to the delicious balsamic glaze. Ready in minutes, they're perfect for hectic days. —Laura McDowell Lake Villa, Illinois,Ingredients4 tuna steaks (3/4 inch thick and 6 ounces each)1-1/4 teaspoons pepper1/4 teaspoon salt4 teaspoons dark brown sugar1/2 teaspoon cornstarch1/4 cup chicken broth1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar1...

I assemble this dish the day before our grandchildren visit, giving me more time for fun with them! —Alma Andrews, Live Oak, Florida,Ingredients12 slices white bread1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed12 large eggs2 cups whole milk1/3 cup maple syrup1/4 teaspoon salt image/svg+xml Text Ingredients View Recipe, DirectionsRemove and discard crusts from bread; cut bread into cubes. Toss...

Your guests are in for a sweet surprise when they try this chocolate chip cheese ball—it tastes just like cookie dough! Rolled in chopped pecans, this chip-studded spread is wonderful on regular or chocolate graham crackers. I especially like it because it can be assembled in a wink. —Kelly Glascock, Syracuse, Missouri,Ingredients1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/2...