One of the first things that come to mind when December rolls around is the Christmas season…

Oftentimes a side dish can be just as important to a successful meal as the main course. Wit…

Holiday meals are a labor of love for those who prepare the usual turkey or ham and all the …

If you’re not a chocolate fan but you like the texture and chewiness of “brownies” and the f…

When we think about pork, typically barbecued pork steaks, breaded pork chops, or a big, bak…

Tickets are on sale now for the annual Leader Holiday Dinner, set for 6:30 p.m. Friday, Dec.…

There’s not much time left to gather and submit your favorite recipes for the annual Leader …

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Now is the time of year when pumpkins and ghost images decorate homes, businesses and classr…

It’s apple season again, which means there’s a wide variety of plump, juicy apples from whic…

There’s nothing like the aroma of Italian food baking in the oven to make your family come r…

Football season brings a lot of fun and excitement. And, the food and snacks served after th…

If lemon meringue pie is one of your favorites and cheesecake is another, it can be hard to …

If you like to serve yeast rolls with your favorite steak dinner, one-pot meal or tummy-warm…

As we leave summer behind, we anticipate beautiful, colorful autumn leaves and hillsides in …

Peanut butter has been a family staple for generations. Most kids grow up on peanut butter a…

Here it is, time for Labor Day, the last summer holiday when everyone tries to get in one fi…

When you plan to bake a cake, I’ll bet a skillet doesn’t come to mind. I wouldn’t have thoug…

If you’re looking for an alternative to the ever-popular potato salad for your summer picnic…

If you’re looking for a recipe that can work as both as an appetizer and a dessert, this Chi…

There’s nothing like sweet, fresh summer tomatoes this time of year! When you grow your own,…

Everyone has a favorite pizza, whether it’s from a local restaurant, the frozen food section…

When your kids bring their friends home for some summer fun, you probably want to offer them…

Breakfast can be challenging when kids are home for summer vacation. They get tired of the u…

We’ve all heard the phrase, “American as apple pie,” which suggests it’s our country’s favor…

Peach lovers always look forward to this time of year when their favorite fruit becomes more…

Not all fathers want to have dinner out on their special day. Some prefer a quiet Father’s D…

With most children out of school for the summer, mothers know how hard it is to keep their c…

Chocolate treats are part of most holiday celebrations, from Valentine hearts and chocolate …

When you’re a kid, Memorial Day usually means visiting a swimming pool for the first time of…