Southwestern Cream of Potato Soup with Chorizo by myra byanka

Nice, spicy soup for cold weather.

Incredible Chocolate Chip Cookies by J. Gino Genovesi

We all know there are many recipes for chocolate chip cookies, with many things added to them. But for a soft, plump, cookie this one is the best I think. I have tried different chocolate chips recipes, but I was not happy with a flat, thin cookie.. Enjoy!

Parmesan Polenta with Cranberries and Bacon by Kyra Martin

I got this recipe from Giada's Food Network show. She recommends it for breakfast, but it's so good I would eat it anytime. Or all the time is good too!!!

Chicken With Three Peppers Skillet Meal by Salad Foodie

Tri-colored bell peppers are the showy appeal in this fast-to-fix skillet chicken entrée. Add a side of brown or white rice and fresh green salad and it's a healthy weeknight comfort meal. This is based on my recollections of a recipe I tried several years ago but couldn't locate - it comes fairly close and we liked this version a…

Grilled Salmon with Tomatoes and Cilantro Sauce by Salad Foodie

A dear friend prepared this for us and it's become our prized way of enjoying salmon fillets. She calls it Salmon Supreme, but I call it Salmon Divine! Tomatoes, onion, garlic and cilantro cook down to make the savory sauce for grilled salmon. Serve atop your choice of rice or pasta and add a side of bright vegetables or salad.

Tex-Mex Potato Salad with Pepper Jack Cheese Chunks by myra byanka

The perfect spicy potato salad for sandwiches, bbq, Tex-Mex Juicy Lucies, and more.

Buttery Sourdough Dinner Rolls by myra byanka

Sourdough rolls for comfort food dishes. Shape the rolls any way you want. equipment: muffin pan, sharp knife These rolls easily freeze. Place in a plastic bag, then wrap in foil. Freeze up to 10 days.

Two Memphis BBQ Sauces by myra byanka

In between the sweetness of Kansas City and spicier Texas bbq sauces. I use homemade chili powder, and if you don't, invest in a better quality powder like Gephardt's or Mexene.

Succotash with Fresh Herbs & Smoked Meat by Amos Miller

To a great extent, succotash was another of the many gifts to the table from Native Americans. Corn, beans and meat are a tasty and nourishing combination, whatever the type of bean or meat. In this recipe the real flavor play is brought forward by the addition of fresh herbs. After all, corn and beans have no real pronounced flavors…

Rosemary Chicken Tenders with Sweet Peppers by Salad Foodie

Perfect for week nights, this dish can be on the table in under 30 minutes. Add a bowl of brown rice and fresh green salad to round out this healthy entrée. Recipe will serve 4 people, with well under 400 calories per serving.

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!

Strawberry Shortcakes with Whipped Cream by Nancy Oakes

Cranberry Orange Nut Muffins and Holiday Brunch Menu by Salad Foodie

HOLIDAY BRUNCH MENU: Cranberry Orange Nut Muffins Bacon Sweet Potatoes/Yams Coffee or Cocoa (Slice leftover cooked sweet potatoes or yams with skins intact, and fry briefly in bacon drippings or butter; serve with a light sprinkle of brown sugar.)

Smoked Gouda Macaroni and Cheese by BearNakedBaker