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Crab Chowder

For a thicker chowder, use heavy cream or half-and-half.

Author: Taste of Home

Cumin Vinaigrette

Cumin really comes through in this tangy dressing passed along by Yolanda Maciejewski of Land O'Lakes, Florida.

Author: Taste of Home

Chicken Matzo Ball Soup

The keys to this amazing chicken matzo ball soup are slow-cooking it and using boxed matzo ball mix. Some people swear by seltzer, but I find it's not necessary-the mix makes perfect, fluffy matzo balls...

Author: Taste of Home

Seafood Soup

Salmon, shrimp and loads of chopped veggies make this chowder a hearty, herby meal-in-a-bowl. It's just the perfect homemade fish soup. -Valerie Bradley, Beaverton, Oregon

Author: Taste of Home

Chicken Chowder

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Author: Taste of Home

Hearty Lima Bean Soup

This colorful soup has a golden broth dotted with tender vegetables and lima beans. It makes an excellent lunch or first course.-Betty L. Korcek, Bridgman, Michigan

Author: Taste of Home

Mexican Layered Salad

Here's another popular dish I like to prepare in advance, adding the cheese and chips just before serving. It's a slightly different version of the traditional layered salad.-Joan Hallford, North Richland...

Author: Taste of Home

Curried Tuna Sandwiches

If you're looking for a change from traditional tuna sandwiches, try this recipe I developed. It includes my favorite ingredients from a few different tuna salad recipes, including apples, raisins and...

Author: Taste of Home

Pasta Fagioli Soup

My husband enjoys my version of this dish so much that he doesn't order it at restaurants anymore. With fresh spinach, pasta and seasoned sausage, this fast-to-fix soup is a meal on its own. -Brenda Thomas,...

Author: Taste of Home

Hearty Chipotle Chicken Soup

Sweet corn and cool sour cream help tame the smoky hot flavors of chipotle pepper in this well-balanced soup that's perfect for chilly nights. -Sonali Ruder, New York, New York

Author: Taste of Home

Ham and Cheese Muffins

Bursting with creamy melted cheese and ham, these big hearty muffins make a great stand-alone breakfast, or serve them with soup or salad for lunch.

Author: By Betty Crocker Kitchens

No Fuss Ham Patties

Folks always want more whenever I make these ham patties. They're fast and easy to make, too.

Author: Taste of Home

Shrimp & Avocado Tostadas Recipe by Tasty

Here's what you need: corn tortillas, olive oil, shrimp, english cucumber, tomato, avocado, red onion, lemon, lime, fresh cilantro, salt, serrano pepper

Author: Greg Perez

Pepperoni Pizza Salad

I like to serve this refreshing salad during the summer when my family craves pizza but I don't want to heat up the house by turning on the oven. It's so popular at potlucks that I always bring home an...

Author: Taste of Home

Fruit & Spinach Salad

The combination of sweet fruit and salty feta cheese makes this salad a winner. -Virginia Dack, Asheville, North Carolina

Author: Taste of Home

Soba Noodles with Ginger Sesame Dressing

We love it when opposites attract. A sweet-and-sour gingery dressing goes hand in hand with soft soba noodles, edamame and crunchy slaw. Add grilled shrimp or chicken for a protein-packed finish. -Mandy...

Author: Taste of Home

Sweet Potato & Black Bean Chili

My whole family enjoys this sweet potato black bean chili, but my daughter especially loves it. I like to make it because it's so easy and very flavorful. -Joy Pendley, Ortonville, Michigan

Author: Taste of Home

Tortellini Soup Recipe by Tasty

This tortellini soup is creamy, cheesy, and so easy to make! Sauté aromatics in a Dutch oven, add vegetable stock and crushed tomatoes for the broth, and finish off with store-bought tortellini, cream,...

Author: Tikeyah Whittle

Quick Garlic Soup

This recipe can be prepared a day ahead and can easily be doubled or tripled. I garnish each serving with a dab of sour cream. By adding chicken and rice, you can turn it into a main course.-Kathy Schrecengost,...

Author: Taste of Home

Citrus Avocado Salad

This recipe nicely showcases grapefruit and oranges, which are at their peak around the holidays. Citrus fruits pair well with a sweet dressing. -Sonia Candler, Edmonton, Alberta

Author: Taste of Home

Toasted Chicken Salad Sandwiches

I love chicken salad sandwiches. For this recipe, I use a rotisserie chicken from the supermarket. The chicken is tossed with avocado oil mayonnaise, capers and dill relish, then layered on crusty bread...

Author: Taste of Home

Open Faced Turkey Sandwich

It doesn't get much cozier than these delightful suppertime sandwiches. They're an easy way to use up leftover turkey, and I love the way the thick toast soaks up the creamy sauce. -Carol Hull, Hermiston,...

Author: Taste of Home

Pasta with Tomatoes and Goat Cheese

The goat cheese, when tossed with the hot pasta, melts and becomes a creamy sauce. We've learned that it's a good idea to taste your goat cheese before using it (or before buying it, if possible - one...

Kielbasa Cabbage Soup

Cabbage is plentiful in upstate New York. This is a very hearty soup that will warm up any chilled body. During winter, I like to keep it simmering on the woodstove all day.

Author: Taste of Home

Southern Potato Salad

This potato salad with a southern twist is perfect for a church supper or potluck. The pickles add extra sweetness. -Gene Pitts, Wilsonville, Alabama

Author: Taste of Home

Turkey Tacos Recipe by Tasty

Here's what you need: oil, lean ground turkey, taco seasoning, salt, pepper, canned diced tomato

Author: Swasti Shukla

Cranberry Gelatin Salad

I got this recipe from a magazine and made some changes to suit my family's tastes. This salad is especially nice during the holidays, but it's good with any main meal.

Author: Taste of Home

Garden Tuna Macaroni Salad

"I knew this recipe was a hit the first time I served it at a barbecue and got wonderful compliments," recalls Scarlett Hilton in Sabina, Ohio. "I even got a phone call afterward suggesting that I open...

Author: Taste of Home

Grilled Goat Cheese & Arugula Sandwiches

To create a more "grown-up" grilled cheese sandwich, I threw in tangy goat cheese and peppery arugula. I enjoy a similar combination on pizza, and it worked here, too! -Jess Apfe, Berkeley, California

Author: Taste of Home

Shrimp Avocado Salad

This salad can be served as a cool and satisfying dinner or lunch. The delicious taste and smooth texture of avocados mixed with the crisp shrimp salad is heavenly. -Teri Rasey, Cadillac, Michigan

Author: Taste of Home

Mixed Berry Spinach Salad With Strawberry Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing Recipe by Tasty

Here's what you need: baby spinach, strawberry, blueberry, red onion, sweet apple, candied walnuts, strawberry, balsamic vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, dijon mustard, honey, garlic, salt, pepper, feta...

Author: Tasty

Fruity Chicken Salad Pitas

I found this handwritten recipe tucked inside an old community cookbook I bought more than 40 years ago. I made a few changes over the years to suit my family's tastes. -Kristine Chayes, Smithtown, New...

Author: Taste of Home

Apple Broccoli Salad

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Author: Taste of Home

Anytime Turkey Chili

I created this dish to grab the voters' attention at a chili contest we held in our backyard. With pumpkin, brown sugar and cooked turkey, it's like an entire Thanksgiving dinner in one bowl. -Brad Bailey...

Author: Taste of Home

Sweet Potato And Chickpea Salad Recipe by Tasty

Here's what you need: large sweet potatoes, medium red onion, chickpeas, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, ground cumin, paprika, cinnamon, cayenne, salt, pepper, mixed greens, fresh parsley, fresh cilantro,...

Author: Gwenaelle Le Cochennec

Cranberry Fruit Mold

This special gelatin salad takes the place of ordinary cranberry sauce on my Thanksgiving table. Grapes and mandarin oranges make it deliciously different. -Kristy Duncan, Southfield, North Carolina

Author: Taste of Home

Creamy Carrot & Tomato Soup

I often double this recipe and freeze half so we can enjoy a taste of summer during the cold winter months. If I do freeze it, I omit the yogurt and stir it in after the soup's reheated. -Sue Gronholz,...

Author: Taste of Home

Creamy Fish Chowder

WE were tired of the same old vegetable soup and I had on hand some fish that needed to be cooked, so this was the creation of our favorite fish chowder. Occasionally, I enhance it still further by adding...

Author: Taste of Home

Fresh Corn and Tomato Soup

Clyda Conrad YUMA, ARIZONA This light and fresh soup is an excellent choice. Sieving the tomatoes, celery, onion and green pepper offers silky smoothness, and it lets the corn stands out nicely.

Author: Taste of Home

Patty Melts

My husband often orders patty melts at restaurants, so I started fixing them at home. I added horseradish to give them more zip, and now he loves them my way. -Leah Zimmerman, Ephrata, Pennsylvania

Author: Taste of Home

Tarragon Tuna Salad

It's surprising how a few herbs can brighten up tuna salad. Made with reduced-fat mayonnaise, this version gets its zip from mustard. It makes a terrific light lunch or Sunday brunch dish. -Billie Moss,...

Author: Taste of Home

Crab Stuffed Avocados

We enjoy having this creamy and crunchy salad out on our deck on summer evenings. And it goes together in minutes flat! -Gail VanGundy, Parker, Colorado

Author: Taste of Home

Mushroom Barley Soup

Author: Mark Russ Federman

Spinach Mushroom Salad

It takes only minutes to put together this salad's tangy dressing. Lynn Larkin's vinaigrette of basil, oregano and sage complements the crisp spinach and fresh mushrooms she serves at her Sterling Heights,...

Author: Taste of Home

Italian Tomato Cucumber Salad

This yummy medley of vegetables is a cool complement to zesty dishes like my fish, and also barbecued meats and poultry. -Florine Bruns, Fredericksburg, Texas

Author: Taste of Home

Spicy Coleslaw

This coleslaw is great for cookouts, group outings or anytime you want to add some spice to your menu. The green peppers and green onions really bring this dish to life - and it's good for you, too!

Author: Taste of Home

Quick White Bean Turkey Chili

My husband came home from a sales trip to the East Coast raving about white bean chili. This is our version.

Author: Taste of Home

Grits, Cheese, and Onion Soufflés

Author: Bon Appétit Test Kitchen