April 13 - 19, 2014

This sounds like a lot of garlic, but it becomes so sweet and mellow with baking that you may well wish there were more!

You'll never make creamier potatoes than this recipe right here. The garlic doesn't overpower. For an even creamier side dish, try heating the half 'n half over low heat before adding to the potatoes.

Cheesy broccoli with a crunchy topping. Your kids will eat all their vegetables and ask for more. Add some cauliflower with the broccoli for a different mix.

Creamy and full of banana flavor, this banana cream pie recipe is sure to be a family favorite.

A snack-type meal that all will like . . . yum yum.

Homemade macaroni and cheese that won't have you wishing you used the boxed variety. Creamy cheesy macaroni that will please everyone. Use a bunch of pasta shapes to delight the kids.

Cheese oozing out from inside these pasta shells. This recipe is so good and worth the time to stuff the filling inside the pasta. If you prefer more sauce, you could add another jar of pasta sauce.

A great salad that can be thrown together at the last minute for a nice addition to any meal. It is a nice side dish for pasta, fish, and grilled meats.

Great addition to any meal.

Crispy but chewy, these cookies are a real treat. These homemade cookies are so flavorful that you will never want a store bought cookie again.

This hamburger is so full of flavor, you won't even need to add the toppings! Perfect grilled in the heat of the summer, but still great broiled when it's not quite so warm outside.

Sweet potatoes baked in the oven until crispy with chili seasoning to complement the sweetness in the potato. You'll never want regular fries again!

A sweet cole slaw with added vegetables for extra crunch and flavor. A perfect side dish for any meal.

Enchiladas made easy. Instead of rolling up each one individually, the tortillas are layered with the meat sauce and cheese, similar to lasagna. The flavor is delicious and everyone will love it.

Throw a Mexican fiesta right in your own home. This rice tastes as good as it looks. It's the perfect side dish for your fajitas or tacos.

A fun and tasty way to serve a scoop of your favorite ice cream. The kids will have a great time eating their dessert . . . bowl and all!

With a tempting combination of mangoes, pineapple, strawberries, cantaloupe, and watermelon, this pureed fruit drink is the perfect thirst-quenching beverage for summertime parties. Try other fruit combinations for an endless variety of unique flavors.

Enjoy fried fish without having to fry it. This baked fish is a great way to cook any type of white fish without any fuss.

Cheesy potato casserole topped with a crispy crumb topping. A yummy potato side dish that is sure to be a family favorite.

Sweet peas served with a rich cream sauce make this a perfect side dish. Its delightfully rich flavor will have you going back for more.

Moist and succulent, this chicken is enhanced with the flavors of vegetables, herbs and seasonings to provide a complete meal in a foil package.

Now this potato side dish recipe is just a guide. You can season as your household prefers. You could also leave the peels on to save some time. Serve them with ketchup and sour cream for a real treat.

A throw together lettuce salad to enjoy with your favorite salad dressing. Great to serve with any type of meal.

These candy glazed sweet potatoes are sure to become a favorite for anyone that loves sweet potatoes. Sweet, delicious and best of all, easy to make.

A non-bake cookie that has all the good stuff in it like chocolate, oatmeal and peanut butter. Perfect when time is an issue. Kids will love to help out with these cookies.