Recipes, Appetizers, Desserts & Healthy Cooking Tips

Pork Medallions with Raspberry-Balsamic Sauce

When I entertain, I prefer spending time with company to being holed up in the kitchen. This fast entree lets me serve a spectacular...

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Caramelized Pork Tenderloin

This is the best pork tenderloin recipe! It is a little bit savory and a little bit sweet, and best of all, tastes grilled even though...

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Tea-Smoked Peking Chicken

This whole chicken is simmered in an aromatic soy-based broth, then smoked. A mixture of rice, tea leaves and brown sugar is used...

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ABC Salad Toss

Getting kids to eat their veggies, fruit and protein is as easy as ABC—that's apples, bananas and cheese. This is a slightly sweet...

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Lunch Box Special

Dates, orange juice and apples bring zest and crunch to the plain old peanut butter sandwich.

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Almond-Topped Fish

A co-worker gave me this recipe, but I didn't try it until recently. What a mistake it was to wait! It's easier than dipping, coating...

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Cilantro Shrimp & Rice

I created this dish especially for my son, who has the pickiest palate. The aroma of fresh herbs is so appetizing––even he can’t resist!

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Herbed Chicken with Wild Rice

My family is always very busy. With three kids involved in many different after-school and evening activities, it’s nice to come home...

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Seafood in Tomato Sauce

We live near the Chesapeake Bay and reap its bountiful seafood harvest. I serve this to company often and receive rave reviews nearly...

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Sausage Breakfast Hash

Served with dough well-done (toast) and dirty water (coffee), this makes a fun breakfast-for-dinner combo.

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Ham ‘n’ Cheese Egg Bake

This make-ahead egg casserole is just the thing when entertaining in the morning. It's loaded with ham, cheese and mushrooms.

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Zucchini Chocolate Cake with Orange Glaze

This moist and mouthwatering cake has a rich chocolate flavor, a hint of orange and is chock-full of zucchini and nuts.

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