September 7 - 13, 2014

This beef roast will melt in your mouth. The gravy is delicious. The cola must be a secret ingredient and don't be afraid that it will be too sweet because it's just perfect.

I usually make these early in the morning and put them in the slow cooker for our afternoon meal. But they can also be made a day or two in advance and baked in the oven covered at 325 for 50-60 minutes.

Do you get tired of preparing your sweet corn the same way? Get the same great taste but in a vegetable casserole. You can make it in advance to serve later. Or a great way to use up some leftover sweet corn.

A refreshing and creamy salad that puts a new spin on things. Cream cheese and yogurt sweetened with sugar and vanilla coat those crisp grapes perfectly.

A great tasting apple pie with a touch of cinnamon flavor and a crunchy topping.

A quick way to enjoy the great taste of a BLT. This scrumptious summer salad has all the fixings for a BLT sandwich: bacon, lettuce, and tomatoes, served along with croutons and dressing. Tomatoes fresh from your garden will give this salad a summer fresh taste.

Crispy slices of garlic toast. Make a perfect accompaniment to salads, soups, and pasta dishes. They also make a nice snack just to munch on.

A soft sugar cookie that is perfect as is or even better with some frosting and sprinkles. These cookies are easy to make and easy to eat. Enjoy a sweet treat today.

For a refreshing, summertime drink, add a hint of raspberry flavor to your favorite iced tea.

This meal is perfect for individual tastes. Everybody can create their own masterpiece with the ingredients they want and leave off those they don't care for. When done on the grill the potatoes and rice get a little crunchy.

Here's a classic salad for any season. This simple cabbage and carrot coleslaw recipe is an easy and tasty way to prepare fresh cabbage and carrots from your garden harvest. See our Summer Side Dish Recipes collection for other dishes in which you can use your fresh vegetables.

Quick and easy to make, these biscuits make a nice addition to any meal.

Grilled shrimp that can be served hot or cold. These delicious bites don't need any sauce, but go well with cocktail sauce if you like.

This dish is a great side dish to accompany any meal. You can make it a day or two in advance, too. Who doesn't love cheesy broccoli and cauliflower?

A sweet combination of pineapple, oranges, and bananas. The pineapple juice creates the perfect dressing for this fruit salad.

Creamy, chocolate dessert for that special Valentine or for someone special anytime of the year. Don't forget about the kids; they will love this creamy smooth dessert also. Chocolate Covered Strawberries is another great recipe for Valentine's Day.

Quick and easy hotdish that can be prepared on the stovetop.

The sweet creamy white sauce made from this recipe is perfect with the sweet flavor of the peas. Fresh garden peas would make this recipe even more special.

Homemade buns will make any meal special. Freeze them so you can have them whenever you are ready to thaw a few. Nothing store bought will taste like these buns.

An easy way to enjoy beefy bean burritos. The cheese and crushed Doritos add flavor and a little crunch to this Mexican casserole.

Fresh salsa with a little heat from the addition of jalapenos. Perfect served with quesadillas and tacos; or just for dipping with tortilla chips.

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

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!

Grilled pork chops are hard to resist, but when glazed with a honey mustard mixture and accompanied with this savory tomato salsa, they are irresistible.

No matter where you are going or what you are doing, cheesy potatoes are necessary at any gathering. These are creamy but topped with a crunchy topping.

We always have it at Thanksgiving. My grandma always used to make it, and then I continued making it. I love it because it is so good, I can never get enough of it.

A sweet salad that goes well with any meal. Grapes, apples, bananas, and marshmallows, it couldn't get any easier. It is a great salad for kids.

When you taste this cake, you’ll be delighted with the wonderful sweet and spicy flavor, the incredible moistness, and the pleasing texture.