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    Sea Salt Sticks

    When my daughter was in school, her class had a recipe exchange party. The kids would bring something to eat to share with the class and include the recipe. My daughter came home with several recipes, but she raved about the delicious Sea Salt Sticks she had and wanted to make them for the family. They go well with spaghetti! You may even add 2 tablespoons poppy seeds to the flour before mixing. —Marina Castle Kelley, Canyon Country, CA

    Brown Sugar Air-Fryer Ham

    This air-fryer ham features a simple, old-fashioned glaze just like Grandma used to make. The mustard and vinegar counter the...


    Powered-Up Molasses Cookies

    These tender cookies are so soft and flavorful. You'd never guess they're also lower in fat! —Jean Ecos, Hartland, Wisconsin


    Sea Salt Mint White Mocha Cookies

    This recipe came from my mom's Grandma Alice, who taught her how to bake. Grandma Alice always had a fresh...


    Cranberry Sauce Meatballs

    Cranberry sauce isn't just for turkey any more! When combined with a few other ingredients, the Thanksgiving staple makes a...

    Orange-Glazed Meatballs

    I love the sweet orange marmalade paired with the zip of a jalapeno in this sweet-sour glaze. —Bonnie Stallings, Martinsburg,...


    Cranberry Sauce Cake

    This tender cake is so easy to make because it mixes in one bowl. Slice it at the table so...

    White Chocolate Cereal Clusters

    Just three ingredients and 3 minutes in the microwave are all it takes to make the season bright with this...


    Mamma’s Caponata

    This is fabulous as an appetizer, but you can easily turn it into a meal. Instead of having it on...


    Oatmeal Pecan Cookies

    It's hard to stop munching on these delightful cookies," admits Debbi Smith, field editor from Crossett, Arkansas.


    Spiced Party Peanuts

    Also a great gift, these seasoned nuts have just the right blend of spices, sugar and heat to kick up...

    Honey Maple Cookies

    Honey and maple syrup make these chocolate chip cookies a little different. The maple flavor is light and subtle. —Barbara...


    Jamaican Shrimp

    Zesty jerk seasoning is a nice complement to sweet mango in this crowd-pleasing appetizer. Although this delicious dish takes time...


    Hazelnut Dream Cookies

    I sampled these goodies at a Bible study and knew from the first bite that I had to have the...


    Roasted Cumin Cashews

    Kick up parties and get-togethers with this well-seasoned snack. The cashews are sweet, salty, crunchy...and oh, so munchable. —Martha Fehl,...


    Cookie Sheet Apple Pie

    I belong to several volunteer service groups, and this dessert has been a real time-saver when there's a large crowd...

    Garlic & Onion Cashews

    You'll be set for either a quick snack or an easy hostess gift when you use this recipe. —Anndrea Bailey,...


    Contest-Winning Sugar ‘n’ Spice Nuts

    My daughters, grandkids and just about everyone who visits me look forward to this mix of crunchy spiced nuts recipe...


    Southern Vinegar Slaw

    This has been a very popular salad from my recipe box for a long, long time! Before I retired, when...


    Mom’s Soft Raisin Cookies

    With four sons in service during World War II, my mother sent these favorite cookies as a taste from home...


    Cranberry Pecan Cookies

    These are so tasty and simple to prepare! Each delightful little cookie is loaded with cranberries, nuts and vanilla, giving...


    Apple Cinnamon Cake

    This apple cinnamon cake is equally good for breakfast or dessert, so be sure to not eat all of it...


    Mini Crab Cakes

    Fresh crab is one of my all-time favorite foods so whenever I get the chance to cook with it I...


    Slow-Cooker Spiced Mixed Nuts

    What slow cookers do for soups and stews, they’ll do for mixed nuts, too. The scent of spices is delightful,...


    Tangy Glazed Meatballs

    The slightly sweet sauce on these meatballs has such a great zing to it. Use a little more or less...

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    Apricot Wraps

    I accumulated a large recipe collection from around the world while my husband served in the Air Force for 25...


    Smoked Sausage Appetizers

    A savory, sweet sauce with a touch of currant jelly glazes these yummy little sausages. They make a great appetizer,...


    Apricot Chicken Wings

    Simple-to-make appetizers are the key to easy entertaining. A five-ingredient marinade flavors these juicy and tender chicken wings. —Robin Spires,...


    Baked Ham with Orange Glaze

    Baked in apple cider and orange juice, this tender ham is brushed with a sweet-tangy mustard and marmalade glaze. For...


    Burnt Peanuts

    As far as my family's concerned, I can't make burnt peanuts too often. In fact, I save pint jars throughout...


    Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Nuggets

    Chicken nuggets, bacon and teriyaki...what more could you ask for in an appetizer? Everyone who tries them asks for a...