"My best friend made this refreshing salad for lunch one hot summer day," says Nikki Gaines of Covington, Georgia. "It was so good, I just had to have the recipe. Now I make it every chance I get. It's...
As a retired home economics teacher, I've made quite a few recipes through the years. This hearty casserole is a favorite in my family. -Dorothy Erickson, Blue Eye, Missouri
My bread machine is such a time-saver, particularly where this savory entree is concerned. Stuffed with pork sausage and cheese, it's a favorite with my teenage granddaughters. They even take the left-overs...
Try this tasty one-pan dish for an easy low-mess breakfast or brunch. This recipe also works well with bacon or sausage instead of ham. I sometimes saute chopped peppers and onions until tender and whisk...
"My husband, Bob, and I operate a bed-and-breakfast, omelets are our 'friends'," confirms Massachusetts field editor Charlotte Baillargeon of Hinsdale. "Omelets are sort of the 'stew' of eggs - you can...
My kids love sausage and pancakes but making them during the week was out of the question. I purchased the frozen variety on a stick but wasn't keen on the calories, additives or price. This version of...
The following recipe comes from my mother's home economics class in Louisiana back in the 1940's. I hope your readers enjoy the muffins as much as I do.
This recipe is an absolute winner for brunch, lunch or whenever. People really seem to go for the big chunks of ham combined with the flavors of mustard and cheese. Because it's assembled the night before,...
Wild rice is very abundant in our state, so that's why I think this dish is appropriate for a regional recipe contest. This is an excellent brunch item that I usually serve with fresh muffins and fruit....
Frittata is an Italian classic perfect for any meal of the day, even a special-occasion brunch. Here, market-fresh red onions and potatoes take center stage. -Maria Regakis, Somerville, Massachusetts
A sausage patty topped with feta, cilantro, sweet, piquant pickled peppers, and a sunny-side-up egg make for a hearty sandwich that's perfect for brunch, lunch, or dinner. You can find Peppadew peppers...
I made this breakfast casserole for my family one day as I tried using things up in my fridge. Even my picky children loved it! -Lisa Pogue, Keithville, Louisiana
Fresh mushrooms and Swiss cheese complement each other in this wonderful dish. Served with fresh fruit, it makes a hearty meal any time of day.-Shelia Hart, Evanston, Wyoming
This is a great scone recipe, and it works even without the butterscotch chips. One cup of dried berries, chocolate chips, shredded coconut, or dried cherries can be substituted, if you like.
I'm a cook at a Bible camp, and this is one of my most popular recipes. Everyone who tries it raves about it. The one that touched me the most was when a 10-year-old boy asked me for the recipe so he could...
My baking therapy is to make treats for friends and co-workers. This pull-apart bread makes everyone smile as they face a busy day. -Vickie Friday Martin, Scroggins, Texas
My family loves cranberries but we can get them fresh only during the holiday season. This recipe lets us enjoy the tartness of cranberry with the comfort of oatmeal all-year long. -Teena Petrus, Johnstown,...
Sun-dried tomatoes and sausage add lots of texture and flavor to this gooey casserole. We've even enjoyed it reheated after a night game at our local college. It's always a winner in my book. -Nancy Murphy,...
Karen Mau of Jacksboro, Tennessee turns a southern favorite into a tasty low-fat dish. Jalepeno peppers add a welcome kick while reduced-fat cheese creates a rich texture.
With hints of clove, nutmeg, and cinnamon, these pancakes make every breakfast a holiday. This perfect blend of flavoring will spice up your morning any time of the year!-Cindy Fuller, Forest City, North...
This has become the brunch dish I'm known for here in Pearland. The recipe combines the favorite flavors of hearty, old-time country breakfasts with the ease of a modern, make-ahead dish. Try it-you'll...
"My daughters love packaged oatmeal flavored with maple and brown sugar," explains Marcy Waldrop from Pasadena, Texas. "But because the oatmeal can be expensive, I created my own spice mix for oatmeal....
With mustard, maple syrup, prosciutto and eggs, this is a yummy twist on the usual bacon-and-egg sandwich. Your family will agree that this is one breakfast worth waking up for! -Erin Renouf Mylroie, Santa...
These tender, golden-brown pancakes have a nice texture from the oatmeal. Accompanied by a syrup of your choice on the side, they are a special breakfast treat.
"This recipe helped me get a good grade in home ec class years ago," recalls Carrie Bonikowske of Stevens Point, Wisconsin. "It's easy to put together and bakes quickly."
Chock-full of ground beef, cheddar cheese, onion and green pepper, this swift south-of-the-border bake is guaranteed to liven up any meal. Just ask Mary Johnston, who serves the zippy dish at her Wasilla,...
I like to garnish these great mashed potato waffles with sour cream and chives, or even a simple cheese sauce. My mother used to sprinkle them with a touch of sugar. -Laura Fall-Sutton, Buhl, Idaho
When you want to cut salt and saturated fat, turkey sausage is a wonderful option. The aroma of these patties sizzling in the pan will wake up any sleepyhead. -Sharman Schubert, Seattle, Washington
"This is the perfect topping for pancakes," declares Janice Nightingale of Cedar Rapids, Iowa. It's thick, peanutty and can be zapped in the microwave.
Use fresh or frozen fruits in this coconutty recipe. It's like a pina colada, but better for you and more versatile. -Gunjan Dudani, Bellevue, Washington
The nutty whole wheat taste comes through in these delicious waffles. Crispy and light with a subtle orange flavor, they make an appealing breakfast or supper when served with sausage. Topped with your...
This quiche satisfies a seasonal craving I get for all things pumpkin. Fresh mushrooms add flavor, and I try different types like baby portobello and cremini mushrooms. -Rachel Garcia, Colorado Springs,...
My German grandma made this stollen for us when we were young. I love its homey taste and how it reminds me of her and the German food she made. I often freeze this sweet bread once it's shaped into a...