December 25 - 31, 2016

An easily prepared handsome pork roast for a festive occasion.

The steaming potatoes prior to roasting helps cook them faster and more evenly. They still get that great crispy skin during the roasting though. Serve them with a little sour cream and ketchup.

Nutritious and more flavorful when roasted, this method for preparing carrots provides a delicious side dish that goes with a variety of foods.

Are you looking for the perfect salad to bring to the next potluck? Here's one that everyone will love. Crunchy vegetables and full of flavor, there won't be a spoonful leftover.

Light and delicious, this Christmas cake is perfect for the holidays. A white cake with red and green colored layers that will catch everyone's eye. It is sure to be the first of the Christmas goodies to disappear.

Packed with vegetables this soup is sure to cure any illness. Even better reheated the next day. It'll remind you of back in the day.

Simple and tasty garlic bread recipe. The seasoning packet has everything in it.

The frosting on these mint cookies is created with an Andes mint. A chewy chocolate cookie topped with an Andes mint blends the two flavors together to create a delicious mint cookie. Andes Mint Cookies are a great addition to your Christmas cookie tray.

Beef roast with gravy is the perfect Sunday meal. You can make it just like you remember back in the good old days with this fantastic recipe. Don't forget the mashed potatoes and corn to go with the gravy.

Roasting vegetables caramelizes them slightly bringing out a ton of flavor. You can roast just about any vegetable you can think of. Cauliflower is one of my favorites.

If you like fluffy and sweet, you'll love this no-bake dessert. Use your favorite pie filling in place of the cherries for your own take on this dessert.

Delicious appetizer or entree. Flour tortillas will hold their shape better but corn tortillas, despite the way they look, taste so much better. Serve them with some salsa.

Sometimes all you need to finish out your menu is a simple lettuce salad. You can add any of your favorite toppings you have on hand or just top it with your favorite dressing.

This homemade salsa will have you never purchasing it in the store again. As quick and easy as it is to pull together, you'll be hooked. Perfect with tortilla chips or even as a condiment to a hot off the grill steak.

Chicken, rice and broccoli covered in a creamy cheese sauce. It's a great casserole that everyone will enjoy. The slow cooker option is also delicious and SO easy for those busy week nights.

Caramelized almonds are a crispy addition to this salad. Great salad for entertaining.

A yummy no-bake bar that is quick and easy to make. You will love the mixture of marshmallows and dry roasted peanuts covered with a creamy peanut butter coating.

Give your next ham sandwich a little twist with this baked ham sandwich recipe. Layered with Swiss cheese and topped with a special dressing, these tasty sandwiches are eaten hot out of the oven.

It wouldn't be a potluck if you didn't bring the cheesy potatoes, now would it? These are simple and so tasty. Perfect to mix up in advance and be ready to bake in the oven. Add a little onion or green pepper, if you like.

An easy make-ahead salad recipe that pairs nicely along with ham recipes or turkey recipes. You will find many other salad recipes that are great to serve with ham, turkey, and other entrées.

Pan-fried fish has never tasted so good. This simple breaded fish is perfect for those fresh caught fillets. From walleye to sunnies, it'll be devoured. Serve with homemade tartar sauce.

The mild flavor of couscous makes it an excellent accompaniment for a variety of main dishes. Try it instead of potatoes or rice for a delicious change of pace.

Perfect for serving with almost any entrée, this Broccoli Grape Salad Recipe features a delicious combination of flavors and pleasing textures. Learn about different types of broccoli in All About Broccoli and to serve it as a hot side dish see How to Ccook Broccoli.