Apricot Clafoutis copyright 2011 art of living.PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati by maria liberati

This recipe is from my latest book and winner of the Gourmand World Cookbook Awards-The Basic Art of Italian Cooking: Holidays & Special Occasions. I created this recipe originally when I was spokesperson for the American Academy of Ophthalmology…

Easy Candied Pecans by Salad Foodie

A snack for the gods! Sprinkle atop your favorite greens, blue cheese topped or chicken salad. For holiday entertaining leave the pecans in halves rather than chopping, and serve in a festive bowl.

Italian Red Wine Cookies by Evelyn Scott

These are so quick and easy you can bake them anytime, and people will think you spent all day just baking for them !!

Chef Gino's Peanut Blossom Cookies by J. Gino Genovesi

Peanut Blossoms were developed by Freda Smith from Gibsonburg, Pa. in a National Pillsbury Bake-Offf competition in 1949. In 1957 she entered the recipe in another competition, however, her recipe did not clinch the grand prize. Pillsbury established a Bake-Off Hall of Fame. They later designed a cookbook , and her recipe was…

Lasagna by Sofia Reino

Very easy to make. Can be done with or without ground beef!

Peanut Butter Cookies by Carolina Create

Easy, delicious peanut butter cookies. The kids love them and can make them on their own, they're so easy.

Triple-Play Chocolate Drop Cookies with Mocha Frosting by Salad Foodie

Homemade chocolate cookies are a sweet treat by themselves, but a crown of mocha frosting takes them from kitchen counter to coffee table for company-best! Baking chocolate, semi-sweet chocolate chips and cocoa combine for a rich chocolate experience. The cookies are mixed in one large saucepan, keeping cleanup to a minimum.

Lemon Coconut Pixies by BearNakedBaker

I shape ( using an ice cream scoop #40) my cookies right after dough is made and then refrigerate.

Parmesan-Thyme Garlic Knots by Celeste Jenkins

These garlic knots are to die for. They are slightly crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside and packed with amazing flavor.

Creme de Menthe Pillows by BearNakedBaker

Easy Strawberry Jam Filled Cookies by Syi

This recipe has cream cheese in the dough. Makes the dough smooth and rich tasting. I like making these with raspberry & blackberry jam as well.

Budget Bisquik Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies by Wendi Taylor

No eggs. No milk. Ingredients you have on-hand. Yup, this recipe was born of innovation late one night when I wanted something sweet. And, at a cost of less than 10 cents per cookie, they're perfect for bake sales or parties. Recipe can easily be doubled or tripled for larger batches and is VERY forgiving of variations. Try…

Hard Boiled Eggs for cooks who can't boil water by Glenn

Forget the boiling water, colander, cracks and boil-outs. Hard "Boiled" Eggs made in the oven are easier, quicker, tastier and less prone to cracks and they are easier to peel. Who needs boiling water?

Skinny Celebration Party Cupcakes by Skinnysweetsdaily.com

Here is a festive cupcake that's so easy to put together. I'm using a cake mix for this recipe. When you add your own special touches, it's a homemade wonder! Enjoy every bite of this Skinny cupcake! YUM!