Coconut-Almond Chocolate Chunk Ice Cream
This ice cream tastes like Almond Joy candy bars. Using a toaster oven and countertop ice cream maker couldn't make this any easier. It took several tries to find the right textures. I landed on sliced almonds, unsweetened finely shredded coconut and chopped chocolate. —Linda Kirkpatrick, Westminster, Maryland
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...
Meringue-Topped Pecan Custard Pie
I only use this recipe on special occasions. It's an amazing variation on the pecan pie everyone knows—the filling is...
Key Lime Cream Pie
I am very proud of this luscious no-bake beauty. It's so cool and refreshing—perfect for any summer potluck or get-together....
Strawberry Tarragon Chicken Salad
After thinking about creating this salad for some time, one spring I used my homegrown strawberries and fresh tarragon to...
Mississippi Mud Pie
This southern favorite is one my family can never get enough of and there are never any leftovers. My grandmother,...
Summer Orzo
I’m always looking for fun ways to use the fresh veggies that come in my Community Supported Agriculture box, and...
Chocolaty Popcorn
Pack this irresistible snack into wax or plastic bags and tie them shut with curling ribbons for a pretty presentation....
Reuben Brunch Bake
I created this when I wanted something different for a graduation brunch for two of our sons. When I realized...
Chocolaty Nanaimo Bars
If a pastry could be a friend, the Nanaimo bar would be my BFF. This version won Cookie of the...
Chocolate Mocha Dusted Almonds
I love to make recipes with nuts. These are chocolaty with a hint of coffee—elegant and addictive! I give them...
Sweet Potato Cream Cheese Bars
If you're looking for something other than pumpkin, these sweet potato bars are a yummy alternative. Make them ahead—they're even...
German Chocolate Pecan Truffles
My sister-in-law, Jennifer, loves German chocolate. With her in mind, I experimented in the kitchen and came up with nutty...
Chocolate-Covered Bacon
It's a hit at state fairs everywhere, but you can make this salty-sweet concoction at home. Some say bacon is...
Chocolate-Hazelnut Cream Pie
We've all seen peanut butter pies, so I kick it up a notch with Nutella pie! This silky dessert is...
Lime-in-the-Coconut Almond Bark
I love the combination of flavors in this tropical treat, and it takes mere minutes to make. If you need...
Pina Colada Icebox Cake
This icebox cake has all the flavors of a pina colada. It takes just one bite to escape to a...
Berry Pistachio Pie
My grandmother used to make this pie when I was a small child. A Brooklyn woman gave her the recipe,...
Strawberry Rhubarb Tart
The refreshing flavor of springtime fills every forkful of this tantalizing tart from Kristy Martin of Circle Pine, Minnesota. Oats...
Chilled Peach Soup
Here's a peachy way to begin a lady's luncheon or brunch. This refreshing soup shared by Lane McLoud of Perry,...
Baked French Toast with Strawberries
French toast is a crowd-pleaser, but it's hard to make for a big group. This overnight casserole with strawberries and...
Marinated Green Beans
For many years, I made this dish with asparagus. At Thanksgiving, green beans were all I had, so I used...
Pineapple Pudding Pie
I make this pie ahead of time so it can chill in the refrigerator before dinner. I sometimes make the...
