Mother's Day Recipes

My grandson approves of these lemony sandwich cookies made with crackers and prepared frosting. Decorate them with whatever sprinkles you'd...

I first prepared an Italian-style cheese pie years ago. When I changed it up by adding a chocolate-hazelnut topping, it...

I love lemon and thyme together so I decided to roast a chicken with that combo. The seasoning is simple,...

Vegetables that are in season make great additions to this orzo salad. It's the perfect side dish for a picnic,...

In my family, Easter isn't complete without deviled eggs. Fresh dill and garlic perk up the flavor of these irresistible...

This breakfast has become our Christmas tradition. I love being able to assemble and refrigerate the casserole the night before....

I bake from scratch because I believe that love—and sweetened condensed milk—are the best ingredients. —Kathryn Work, Louisville, Kentucky

These buttery spice cookies are a cross between sugar cookies and gingerbread, creating the best of both worlds. —April Drasin,...

Cherry tomatoes and cucumber slices transform into these savory, bite-sized treats ideal for any gathering. —Judie Thurstenson, Colcord, Oklahoma

Orange and lemon zest give gingerbread cutouts a refreshing twist. Brushing a honey glaze over the top adds a subtle...

A chocolate drizzle lends extra sweetness to biscotti loaded with walnuts and dried cranberries. —Joan Duckworth, Lee's Summit, Missouri

This simple lemon shortcake is tender and not overly sweet. Enjoy this summertime classic with a generous layer of whipped...

The whole wheat flavor really comes through in these hearty pancakes. They taste amazing with a light touch of maple...

My favorite brunch dish got a makeover with egg substitute and lower-fat cheese. The lightened-up version still tastes delicious, but...

This cinch of a marinade gives the chicken lots of Italian flavor. Serve the chicken with a tossed green salad...

I like to serve this pretty frittata with melon wedges for a delicious breakfast or brunch. —Sally Maloney, Dallas, Georgia

To say this cake is elegant would be an understatement. It’s worthy of special occasions, but once you learn

Creamy and airy, this gorgeous dessert is the perfect special something for a summer dinner party. I love the mix...

This hearty entree warms up any breakfast or brunch menu with its herb-seasoned flavor. —Darlene Markham, Rochester, New York

A friend of mine, who is known for her excellent cookies, shared this recipe with me. The mix of cranberries...

Here's a tasty take on the popular beer-can chicken. Once the bird is on the grill, the work's basically done....

This side dish is ideal when you’d like to serve your vegetables in a different way for a special dinner....

I think my most memorable summertime dessert for get-togethers has always been homemade ice cream. This recipe is so rich...

This is one of our favorite cold pasta salad recipes. I first tried it at a family reunion, and...

I created this frittata recipe one day to use up some fresh yellow squash, zucchini and tomato. It's so easy...

My family often has company over for breakfast or brunch, and these light fruit-topped crepes are our favorite. The sweet...

The recipe for this smooth-as-silk custard came from a local restaurant years ago. With its broiled topping it looks pretty...

These small savory muffins are fun to serve as appetizers or at brunch. With just five ingredients, the tasty bites...

This lovely and delightful dessert has the classic flavor of a banana split. It's a cool, creamy treat with no...