528 yummy recipes

Chicken fried steak done Southern style: steaks dipped in buttermilk, dredged in seasoned flour and crumbs, pan-fried crispy, then smothered in a from-scratch milk gravy made right from the pan drippings.

Orange French toast soaked in fresh orange juice and Grand Marnier, pan-fried golden, then tossed in brown sugar. Brunch-worthy breakfast with citrus depth.

Cheese puffs made from choux pastry, light and airy bites packed with sharp cheddar, baked golden and crisp outside, tender within. A French gougere-style appetizer for any party.

Chinese-style beef liver stir-fry with fresh tomato wedges, marinated in soy, sherry, ginger, and cornstarch. A protein-rich, iron-loaded weeknight wok dish over rice.

Banana walnut bread, an easy one-bowl quick bread made with ripe mashed bananas, oil for moisture, and crunchy chopped walnuts. Moist, tender, and ready to slice for breakfast or a snack.

DIY Mexican chorizo sausage made from ground pork, dried red chile, garlic, cinnamon, Mexican oregano, and a splash of tequila. Stuffed into casings or kept bulk, the homemade version beats the supermarket tube every time.

Easy stewed chicken baked Italian-style with canned stewed tomatoes, mushrooms, onions, and a melty mozzarella topping. A light, low-calorie weeknight dinner that comes together with mostly pantry staples.

So good. Teenage son who is a picky eater said "Best chicken ever!" Next time I'll add more veggies. Yum. Everyone enjoyed it including my 2 year old.

Crisp-edged rolled oatmeal cookies with deep brown sugar warmth, cut into any shape you love for tea time or lunch boxes.

Delicious combination of tender, roasted mushrooms filled with a savory herbed filling and are perfect for parties, gatherings, or even a cozy night in.

A quick and savory chili that tastes wonderful with a bread bowl or dinner rolls.

You don't have to actually barbecue pork to get that succulent taste as this crockpot recipe explains it all.

Three-layer ribbon cookies with cherry, chocolate, and poppy seed stripes pressed into a loaf pan, chilled overnight, then sliced and baked. Bakery-window prettiness from a single dough. The classic icebox cookie for holiday tins.

Homemade funnel cakes just like the state fair, with crispy fried spirals and a snowfall of powdered sugar. A simple batter poured through a funnel for that classic carnival treat.

Cheddar-and-green-chile corn casserole. Dump everything in a bowl, pour into a baking dish, bake. Tex-Mex side that goes with everything from chili to barbecue.

Peanut Butter Bars: shortcut bars built on peanut butter cookie mix, dressed up with crushed peanuts, white sugar glaze, and a chocolate drizzle. Bake-sale ready in 45 minutes.