Beef Fried Rice

Lean beef, rice, and vegetables, combined Asian-style.

Goat Cheese Mashed Potatoes

How can one possibly improve on such a near-perfect food as mashed potatoes? By folding in tangy, earthy goat cheese, of course!

Quick Turkey Lasagna

Lasagna doesn't have to take hours to prepare, as this healthy, updated recipe demonstrates.

Chile and Cheese Fritters

Dip them in salsa, serve them with Mexican -- but make a lot, because they go fast.

Grape and Apple Crisp

We're so used to eating grapes free-hand we forget they make wonderful contributions to comfort dessert recipes such as this crisp.

Gougeres

These little cheesy puff pastries disappear fast, so keep the recipe readily accessible.

Spiced Pumpkin Pie

Vary the spices to get it just the way your crowd likes it.

Maple Pecan Popcorn Balls

Classic popcorn balls with a flavorful twist make a perfect after-school snack for pint-sizers.

Popcorn Brittle

Airy popcorn is the special ingredient in this irresistibly sweet and salty candy.

Wheat Bran Coconut Granola

Easy baked granola is the perfect base for a take-along trail mix or morning cereal.

Whole-Wheat Bran Pancakes

For a break from syrup and butter, serve these protein-packed flapjacks with fruit and a drizzle of honey.

Thai Peanut Sauce

This creamy, peanutty sauce is perfect with grilled chicken or pork.

Heart-Smart Refrigerator Bran Muffins

Get a jump-start on breakfast two ways, first with this make-ahead muffin, then with the nutritious energy of the delicious finished product.

Omelet Nachos with Black Bean and Corn Salsa

Skip the gluey queso sauce and try these light nachos.

Creamy Asparagus Soup

Spring is asparagus' best season.