Pomegranates make dessert festive and bright with a burst of juicy sweetness. These pomegranate bars are no exception. Ingredients 1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup baking cocoa 3/4 cup cold butter, cubed 1 large egg, room temperature 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted…

With all its fresh ingredients, this pretty spinach salad was my mom’s favorite. Even my little ones like it (but don’t tell them spinach is good for them)! Ingredients 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup canola oil 1/4 cup white vinegar 1/2 teaspoon celery seed 10 ounces fresh baby spinach (about 13 cups) 1 small red…

This side dish has just the right amount of sweetness. So it’s a great accompaniment to any meaty entree. Using canned pineapple makes it a snap to assemble. Ingredients 2 large eggs, beaten 2 cans (20 ounces each) unsweetened crushed pineapple 1 cup sugar 1/4 cup cornstarch 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon butter Directions…

I got this wonderful recipe from a cousin whose husband was Hawaiian and I’ve changed it some to reduce the fat and calories, but it still tastes as rich as the original. It’s very simple to make…and guests will love it. Enjoy!” Ingredients 1 package yellow cake mix (regular size) 1-1/4 cups buttermilk 4 large…

My mom kept two cookie jars in her pantry. One of the jars, which I now have, always had these crisp and chewy gingersnaps in it. They’re still my favorite cookie recipe. Ingredients 3/4 cup shortening 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar, divided 1 large egg, room temperature 1/4 cup molasses 2 cups all-purpose flour…

With the help of a slow cooker, you can prepare a down-home dinner any day of the week, not just on Sundays. The roast turns out tender and savory every time. Ingredients 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon onion salt 1/2 teaspoon caraway seeds 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt 1 boneless pork loin…

Cake rolls make a lovely presentation for a party, and they are simple to cut into even slices. My husband taught me how to make them, and sometimes we get together and make them for family and friends.  Ingredients 3 large eggs 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/8 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup sugar 3/4 cup biscuit/baking…

Mom brewed her own sauerkraut and, of course, the cabbage was from our big farm garden! Blending the kraut with spicy sausage and apples was Mom’s favorite way to fix it, and I still love this country dish. Ingredients 1 pound mild Italian sausage links, cut into 1-inch slices 1 large onion, chopped 2 medium…

It suits me to be able to brown and bake this cornbread in the same cast-iron-skillet—such convenience! Ingredients 1 pound ground beef 1 cup chopped green pepper 1 cup chopped onion 2 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce 1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 cup all-purpose flour 3/4 cup cornmeal…

I love to serve this dressed-up version of a tuna casserole. The green beans add nice texture, color and flavor. The first time I made this dish, my uncle asked for seconds even though tuna casseroles are not usually his favorite. Ingredients 1/2 cup water 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules 1 package (9 ounces) frozen…