92 personal recipes

A treasured memory of Christmas at Great-Aunt Elizabeth's house was a cookie that I never learned to eat in moderation. Although my mother warned me not to say anything, one of the first things I would say upon arrival was, "I'm hungry" hoping that these cookies would appear. Much to my delight they usually did, and in fact, began also to appear at Easter, the Fourth of July, Thanksgiving and any other time we got together to celebrate.

If you're in a hurry, try this succulent pork dinner that can easily be made in your crockpot.

Just like mom used to make it

Homemade orange sherbet with fresh orange juice, lemon juice, whipped cream, and beaten egg white. No ice cream maker needed, just an ice cube tray and a freezer.

Confetti crab salad with lump crab meat, chopped radishes, capers, and fresh parsley in a lemon-mayo dressing. A bright, no-cook seafood salad ready in 10 minutes.

Caramelized Spanish onions slow-cooked in red wine, mixed with grated potatoes, Parmesan, rosemary, and yogurt, then baked into a golden torte. Vegetarian and elegant.

Chocolate peanut butter cup cookies loaded with chopped Reese's, chocolate chips, and peanuts in a thick peanut butter dough. A triple-threat candy bar cookie.

A hearty, spiced bread loaf bursting with cinnamon, raisins, and a unique blend of cornmeal and cereal for texture. This 33-ounce giant wonder combines sweet and savory notes with a tender crumb, perfect for slicing and enjoying as toast or a sandwich base.

Food for the Gods: a Filipino-style date and walnut pudding baked in a water bath with whipped egg whites for a light, souffled texture. Served cold with whipped cream.

Creamed tuna and peas over toasted English muffins: a milk-and-sherry white sauce binds flaked tuna and bright green peas. Old-fashioned 1950s comfort food in 30 minutes.

My mother's recipe from a page torn out of a cookbook years ago. Great for leftovers.

Classic simple, quick and easy fish cakes. One cake per serving for appetizer or two cakes per person for a main dish.

Quick, easy, light and super fast. Parmesan crusted tilapia with just a hint of red pepper flakes to add some personality.

The REAL Key Lime pie. At least according to some folks. It's the one I personally prefer. (I'm a sucker for Graham cracker crust.)

An easy, cost-effective succulent and scrumptious meal that is perfect to make when late to prepare dinner.

Why buy salad dressing? This is so easy. You can always quickly make a salad dressing using these kitchen staples. Add your own herbs and voila! Instant personality.