This lentil loaf is so flavorful, you won't miss the meat. And it's packed with fiber and nutrients. -Tracy Fleming, Phoenix, Arizona
Author: Taste of Home
I'm always looking for new and interesting ways to use leftover turkey-especially around the holidays. Make this skillet meal as spicy as you'd like by varying the amount of curry powder. -Martha Balser,...
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I have fixed this tender glazed apricot chicken recipe for myself on many special occasions. With the pretty golden-orange sauce, it looks as good as it tastes. -Winifred Brown, Jamesburg, New Jersey
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This simple apricot chicken is one of my favorite dishes. Everybody just loves it and leftovers are always just as good the next day. For variation, I've used pork instead of chicken and added additional...
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Everyone who tries this comforting, cheesy chicken and noodle casserole asks for the recipe. It's so simple to make that sometimes I feel like I'm cheating! -Kay Pederson, Yellville, Arkansas
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For a sandwich with more pizzazz than the traditional French dip, give this recipe a try. The seasonings give the broth a wonderful flavor, and the meat cooks up tender and juicy. This slow-cooked version...
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My grandma made this for us once when she came to visit and I never forgot just how good it was. Since my kids love anything with pepperoni and cheese, I thought they'd enjoy it just as much as I did....
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The third of July is almost as important as July Fourth in my family. We make these stuffed clams on the third every year, and it's an event in and of itself! -Karen Barros, Bristol, Rhode Island
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This spicy blackened chicken packs a one-two punch of flavor. The grilled chicken is basted with a peppery white sauce-there's plenty of extra sauce left over for dipping. -Stephanie Kenney, Falkville,...
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This mildly flavored ramen noodle stir-fry combines tender strips of chicken with vegetables and popular ramen noodles. I came up with this ramen noodle recipe when I wanted a quick-fix meal for myself....
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"My family loves this meal of tender chicken and noodles tossed with zippy tomatoes and a creamy cheese sauce," relates Regina Clack from Booneville, Arkansas. "I like it because it doesn't heat up the...
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My family has always enjoyed this dish. Mushrooms and red and green peppers add color and flavor to the chicken pieces in a creamy paprika sauce. Served over noodles, it looks and tastes delicious. -Adeline...
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My mother's meat loaf is something special, swirled with a filling of sour cream, cheddar cheese and stuffed olives. It's the perfect centerpiece for Sunday dinner or even a festive occasion. -Susan Hansen...
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Here's what you need: corn, olive oil, dried orecchiette pasta, cherry tomato, red onion, avocado, fresh cilantro, olive oil, lime juice, garlic, chili powder, honey, salt, pepper
Author: Rachel Gaewski
While their new iteration simplifies things a bit, we love this original recipe for Mueller's lasagna, which starts with a homemade meat-and-tomato sauce and ends with one decadent, satisfying bite.
Author: Mueller's Pasta
This luscious chicken entree from Coleen Deon in Dover Plains, New York is truly something special. Lemon zest and Dijon mustard add tangy flavor to the perfectly seasoned sauce-and it all goes together...
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The Portuguese soup caldo verde is ideal cool weather comfort food. It is full of good-for-you greens and potatoes, while sausage keeps things porky and satisfying.
Author: Ruth Cousineau
Cauliflower replaces the potatoes in this comforting casserole, which I've been making for 30 years. Whenever we have leftover ham, my husband asks me to make this dish. -Sue Herlund, White Bear Lake,...
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Here's what you need: oil, raw shrimp, chesapeake bay seasoning, sausage, water, yellow onion, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, zucchini, corn, carrot, garlic, chicken broth, salt, pepper, fresh parsley,...
Author: Betsy Carter
This creamy pasta dish is so quick and easy. It's perfect for weeknights, but feels special enough for company. -Robin Haas, West Roxbury, Massachusetts
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Here's what you need: top sirloin steak, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, vegetable oil
Author: Kiano Moju
This is a great last-minute dinner. I can pick up the salmon on the way home, and I've usually got some herbs in the garden, and the rest of the ingredients in the pantry. Roasting is so much less stressful...
Author: Ina Garten
Lime juice tenderizes the steak while garlic, chili powder and red pepper flakes kick things up. My husband and I came up with this together as something lighter to make on the grill. -Caroline Shively,...
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This pretty pasta main course has only a few ingredients, so it's a breeze to whip up. "We used to prepare it with heavy cream, but I substituted half-and-half to cut fat, and it's just as good," writes...
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Potato flakes make a golden coating for these fish fillets, which are a breeze to fry on the stovetop. -Sondra Ostheimer, Boscobel, Wisconsin
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Here's what you need: medium zucchinis, medium potatoes, medium carrots, medium eggs, butter, milk, nutmeg, dried basil, dried thyme, salt, pepper, all-purpose flour, shredded cheddar cheese
Author: Gwenaelle Le Cochennec
Simple recipes that land on the table fast are lifesavers. I serve skillet pork chops with veggies and, when my husband lobbies, cornbread stuffing. -Tracey Karst, Ponderay, Idaho
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"I'm trying to cut back on meat and have to watch my cholesterol, so I eliminated the meat in this recipe and used egg substitute," explains Rochelle Higgins of Fredericksburg, Virginia. "The patties are...
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"I received this wonderful recipe from a friend at church," says Candace Black of Durham, North Carolina. A light breading seals in the juices of tender chicken breasts, making them special enough to serve...
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Fried chicken may have been perfected in the South, but it is loved everywhere! Seasonings add a little something extra to this recipe, as does a rich gravy. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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Yes, you can make risotto without all the stirring-just pop it in the oven. And while that oven is on, use it to crisp up a bunch of mushrooms.
Author: Anna Stockwell
"As a busy mom, I'm always on the look out for elegant dishes that are quick to make for a special occasion," relates Diane Peterson of Hudsonville, Michigan. "This delicious breaded pork can be made in...
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Get children to help you chop the vegetables and make the sauce for this colourful, simple tofu stir-fry. It's perfect when you need a quick and easy family meal
Author: Monaz Dumasia
For my busy family, a partly homemade one-pot meal is the best way to get dinner done in a hurry. Use your favorite blend of frozen veggies and serve with toasted pita bread for smiles all around. -Elizabeth...
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This recipe has practically made my mom famous. When she takes it to potluck, it's loved by all who taste it. Whenever she serves it to family, the dish is empty at the end of the meal.-Beth Gramling,...
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My family loves meat loaf-and this one in particular. I created this bacon meatloaf after trying and adjusting many other recipes over the years. Cheddar cheese tucked inside and a flavorful bacon topping...
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After 30 years of camping, we've come up with an arsenal of surefire recipes. Our grilled sausage with veggies would be a superstar at a potluck. -Nancy Daugherty, Cortland, Ohio
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This is a hearty, comforting casserole that's always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of flavors and interesting colors ensures I come home with an empty dish! -Vicki Raatz, Waterloo, Wisconsin
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Author: Tom Perini
Meet the Cook: Traditional meat pies aren't among my husband's favorites. He likes these so much, however, that he even eats them cold! I've found they're a great lunch for a haying crew as well. Brian...
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When I was expecting our third child, this was one of the meals I put in the freezer ahead of time. We now have four kids and they all like these rich chicken pockets. I've also made them with ham or smoked...
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Where this recipe calls for lemon zest and rosemary, the native Coast Salish Indians on Vancouver Island would use grand-fir needles. Either way, the salmon takes on a light, smoky woodiness from grilling...
Author: Bill Jones
If you like stuffed peppers, you'll love this speedy version. It offers all the comforting flavor of the original, but takes just half an hour. Instead of cooking the instant rice, you can use 2 cups leftover...
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Pasta all'arrabiata, a classic Italian recipe, is my comfort food be it summer or winter. My kids and I love sprinkling "pangrattato" (fried bread crumbs) on top of the arrabiata sauce. -Smitha Haridasan,...
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This is a family-friendly recipe that even the kids will like. It's easy to prepare and flavorful enough to share with dinner guests. - Sherry Kozlowski, Morgantown, West Virginia
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Here's what you need: chuck roast, all-purpose flour, salt, pepper, olive oil, red onion, celery stalk, carrot, garlic, can of plum tomatoes, red wine, bay leaf, fresh parsley, chopped fresh sage
Author: Hitomi Aihara
Ever hear of carnitas? They're easy-to-make pork crisps that are very popular in Mexico. The secret to this recipe is the quick frying. Be sure the meat is well drained before it's placed in oil, though,...
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This tops the list of family requests for dinner. The chicken is moist, flavorful and nicely browned. I alternate using bone-in chicken breasts or skinned and boned breasts.
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