Pistachio and Date Ricotta Crostini
My husband and I regularly have date night at home where we make a four-course meal. For appetizers, I like to keep things simple but dressed up. I’ve found that making a special appetizer helps transform the atmosphere into a fancy meal. We’ve grown to really cherish these long and luxurious evenings together in our living room. Fresh figs can be used in lieu of dates if that's what you have on hand! —Kristin Bowers, Gilbert, Arizona
Patriotic Pepper Platter
Cream cheese stuffed peppers are easy to make, easy to travel with and wonderful to eat at room temperature. This...
Bertolli® Spinach & Artichoke Dip
The addition of Alfredo sauce gives this quick and easy appetizer and more refined and elegant flavor.
Pina Colada Lush
Pina colada lush is such a fantastic warm weather dessert—it's so light and refreshing, and a breeze to make! I...
Jalapeno Popper Stuffed Chicken Breasts
My husband is not crazy about chicken, but one of his favorite snacks are Jalapeno Poppers, so I created this...
Orange Sweet Rolls
This orange sweet rolls recipe is so dependable—I make it a lot during the holidays because it’s quick and delicious....
Shrimp Puff Pastry Triangles
Shrimp de Jonghe was invented in Chicago. It is usually baked and served in a casserole dish, but my version...
Michigan Cherry Japanese-Style Cheesecake
Michigan is known for its amazing cherries, especially the tart ones, so we have plenty of opportunities to find new...
Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Cheesecake
This Kentucky bourbon pecan cheesecake will wow your guests and your taste buds. Serve in spring during the Kentucky Derby...
Five-Cheese Fonduta
If melted cheese isn’t one of the most mouthwatering foods of all time, I don't know what is! Substitute your...
Gooey Butter Cake
A friend gave me a quick version of this gooey butter cake recipe using a cake mix, but I prefer...
Sunny Citrus Cheesecake
This beautiful layered cheesecake takes a bit longer to make, but the end result is so worth it! Citrus seems...
Red Velvet Pound Cake
This delicious red velvet pound cake is the perfect combination of flavors. Make sure the cake has cooled before icing...
Mango Cream Tart
This fresh, luscious tart makes me happy!—Jami Geittmann, Art Director, Taste of Home Magazine
Mini Chicken Chimis with Jalapeno Cream Cheese
These zippy chicken chimi bites bring a little heat to any fiesta. Serve them on their own as appetizers, or...
Creamy Chicken Enchilada Pizza
This is a twist on a family favorite. We wanted the taste of my chicken enchilada recipe, but we wanted...
Pressure-Cooker Peachy Summer Cheesecake
This is a cool and always refreshing dessert that is fancy enough to take to a gathering. You can make...
No-Bake Mango Strawberry Cheesecake
Cheesecake is my mom's favorite dessert. I made this especially for her on Mother's Day to thank her for being...
Strawberry Rhubarb Cheesecake Bars
These cheesecake bars layer a buttery pecan shortbread crust with a rich and creamy filling and sweet-tart strawberry rhubarb jam....
Yogurt-Ricotta Cheesecake
I have always liked Italian ricotta cheesecakes, but they have too much sugar for me. I made a light version,...
Artichoke Spread with Garlic Bread
I've tried several different artichoke dip recipes, but this one is the absolute best! I serve it at nearly every...
Slow-Cooker Cheeseburger Dip
This fun dip recipe uses ingredients that I always have in the fridge, so it's easy to throw together on...
Bistro Mac & Cheese
I like to serve this mac & cheese with a salad and crusty bread. It's a satisfying meal that feels...
Vanilla Bean Cupcakes
My son loves these vanilla bean cupcakes! Flecks of vanilla bean in the moist, tender cupcakes give them special-occasion status....
Cheesy Skillet Pizza Dip
This creamy dip is oozing with cheesy goodness thanks to the combination of cream cheese and mozzarella. We topped ours...
Mint Brownie Pie
I first served this treat to my family on St. Patrick's Day, and it was an instant success. Now I...
Mini Cherry Cheesecakes
These little cheesecakes make a fun dessert that's just right for cooks who don't have a lot of time for...
Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
As a mother of three sons, sweets are a staple in my kitchen! I buy ripe fruit on sale and...
Broccoli Beer Cheese Soup
Whether you include the beer or not, this soup tastes wonderful. I always make extra and pop single servings into...
Apple Caramel Cheesecake Bars
The streusel topping that comes with this recipe for apple cream cheese bars is absolutely irresistible. If you can’t resist...
Two-Cheese Turkey Enchiladas
Sour cream and cream cheese create a creamy filling for these yummy turkey enchiladas. The entree is always a huge...
