Pear Pie by Jasmine Donnell

This is a great pie that is comparable to an apple pie, but it doesn't seem as sweet. The pears and cinnamon work wonderful together. Add some whipped cream for a perfect amount of extra subtle sweetness. Bosc pears work best for winter season. For a more complex flavor, use a few different types of pears or a different pear for…

Pumpkin Cranberry Nut Granola by Salad Foodie

Need a last-minute food gift or host gift idea? This makes, bakes, cools and can be bagged within an hour! Use as a topping on yogurt, ice cream, plain cereal, or as an out-of-hand snack while waiting for the holiday festivities to begin!

Julia Ann's Caramel Corn by Julia Ann Souders

A special treat of caramel corn for snacks, appetizers, gifts and eat with hot cocoa on a winter day in front of the fireplace. ©2007-2014 Netta Belle’s Choice® cookbookinabox® “Reg. U.S. Pat. & Trdmk.Off.” Reg. “Trade-marks Canadian Intellectual Property Office.” nettabelleschoice.com and cookbookinabox.com All rights…

Chocolate Peanut Butter Krispy Bar by Culinary Envy

Chocolate Peanut Butter Krispy Bar is only 6 ingredients, one bowl and no baking! Peanut butter cups, but with a creamy crispy twist! Your family will LOVE these insanely delicious treats!

Classic Oatmeal Raisin Cookies by Frosted Flaker

I’ve tried many recipes of oatmeal raisin cookies but settled on this as the best one yet. It’s from Joy of Cooking (1997). The cookies are nubby-textured, and somewhat soft, with a mild brown sugar and oats flavor.

Chocolate Glazed Peanut Butter Bars by Salad Foodie

Sweet and chewy bars are a cinch to make and will please most all of your hungry nibblers! The original recipe used some butterscotch chips in the glaze along with chocolate chips, but you can use all chocolate chips if you wish - the chocolate lovers in your home will approve!

Creme de Menthe Pillows by BearNakedBaker

Carrot Pineapple Nut Bread by Salad Foodie

Golden colors of sunrise greet you in a slice of Carrot Pineapple Nut Bread. And if the colors aren’t enough to pique your senses, the flavors will. Vanilla and cinnamon subtly elevate the feature ingredients - carrots and pineapple - but like a perfect marriage, none of them overpower one another. I think you’ll enjoy making and…

Sinful Saltines by Andra Kiser

Saltine Crackers at their finest...sweet, salty, crunchy and gooey. Wow!

Banana Nut Appetizer by Wendi Taylor

These quartered slices of fresh bananas with mayo and pecans make a delicious appetizer course for your holiday meal or dinner party.

Loaded Oatmeal Cookies by Julia Ann Souders

Loaded Oatmeal Cookies are for an after school snack for your children or coffee break at work with your co-workers. They provide extra nutritive value in molasses, whole wheat flour, wheat germ, old fashioned rolled oats and raisins. ©2007-2014 Netta Belle’s Choice® cookbookinabox® “Reg. U.S. Pat. & Trdmk.Off. Reg.…

Apple Bacon Cheddar Crostini by Denise Sherin

Great fall appetizer, party food or fun snack.

Coconut Cream Pie Adapted from All Recipes by Tracy Lawson

You have to make this - and soon! This pie is so creamy and tasty, you just have to make it! I'm not talkin about your general Jello pudding coconut pie recipe, but this is just as easy and you won't sorry for making it. The family won't either!!!!! Not that I have anything against Jello, they're pretty awesome at what they do and the…

Sunrise Pineapple-Orange Mimosa by Skinny Kitchen with Nancy Fox

Mimosas are always so popular at brunches. They’re an elegant orange colored champagne cocktail. A classic one is made with just orange juice and champagne. The addition of pineapple juice makes a wonderful fruity change. As for the champagne, no need to buy an expensive bottle, any reasonably priced sparkling wine will do. For…

Brown & Wild Rice Stuffed Squash by Salad Foodie

A healthy and delectable alternative to traditional stuffing, Brown & Wild Rice Stuffed Squash by the California Wild Rice Advisory Board is perfect for the holiday season. This festive dish combines the warm flavors of acorn squash, maple syrup and nutmeg with 100% whole grain brown and wild rice. I can see this stuffing also served…