"Come spring, I like a meal that doesn't involve turning on the stove," pens Alice Cibulka of Sun City, Arizona. "This hearty salad is quick, filling and fantastic. I round it out with lemonade, ice cream...
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"This easy dressing is a tasty way to top tomatoes," says field editor Joanne ShewChuk, St. Benedict, Saskatchewan. "I got the recipe from my mother."
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Whenever there is a picnic or cookout, I am asked to bring my potato salad. It's tangy and a little different. -Alicia Quadrozzi, Escondido, California
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Give this classic an awesome twist! Turn plain ol' grilled cheese into a bistro-like sandwich with a variety of cheeses and fresh ingredients. We know you'll love it! Elaine Haskins - Troutville, PA
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"My German father-in-law loves to vacation in Greece," relates Jerry Lappin of Garden City, Kansas. "After a stay on the sunny beaches of Rhodes, he game me the recipe for this zesty salad, full of fresh...
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I sampled this salad at my sister-in-law's home several years ago. I've made it often since and shared the recipe with many friends. The unusual combination of ingredients makes a tasty salad that complements...
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I enjoyed a salad like this at a tropical-inspired restaurant. I tried to get the staff to give me the recipe but had no luck. So I went home and created my own! I will sometimes drain a can of mandarin...
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This bisque is perfect for the cool weather. I love to serve it with a slice of homemade bread.-Mrs. B.B. Mallory, Irving, Texas
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Traditional chicken soup is rich with a dumplinglike soup stretcher called rivels. This healthy recipe is brimming with chicken, vegetables and herbs. You won't be able to resist it. -Elissa Armbruster,...
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I created this recipe for a wedding I was catering, and it's a good thing I made buckets of it, because I couldn't stop eating it! This chilled creamy salad combines all the best flavors of jalapeno poppers...
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Slow cook your split pea soup while you are out for the day and a delicious dinner will be ready when you arrive back home! This is a real stick-to-your-ribs soup. The ham hock gives a great smoky flavor.-Taste...
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Pizza and chili together-what could be better? Fill folks up at halftime when you set out bowls of this chili. -Jennifer Gelormino, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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After tinkering with three different recipes, I came up with this warming rich, dark brown broth with hearty mushrooms, barley and onions. It's a beefy tasting soup for my meat loving husband, completely...
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My grandmother taught me how to make the dressing for this coleslaw when I was very young. It's not too tart and not too sweet. Sometimes I make 8 gallon jars a week at the restaurant where I work! It...
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Ginger, garlic and sherry jazz up this soup loaded with veggies and noodles. We like to accent ours with peanuts and green onions. -Diana Rios, Lytle, Texas
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One of the fastest, easiest ways to cook salmon is to simply fry it in a pan for a few minutes. All you need is a skinless salmon filet, your seasoning of choice, and some olive oil. After heating the...
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Zingy vinaigrette combines orange juice, ginger and a flick of cayenne. Just whisk, toss with greens and top the salad your way. -Joy Zacharia, Clearwater, Florida
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Fresh seasonings jazz up bulgur in this bright and simple side. Combined with ripe tomatoes and green onions, this scrumptious dish from Millie McDonough of Homeland, California is a winner.
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We moved here about 3 years ago and we love our home in the country. We plant a garden each year, making sure there's always plenty of cucumbers. I must admit I never really cared for cukes until my mother-in-law...
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Here's what you need: sour cream, lime juice, lime zest, salt, red cabbage, green cabbage, jalapeño, lime juice, shrimp, salt, flour, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cayenne, baking powder, beer, oil,...
Author: Rie McClenny
Perfectly cooked chicken with a big pile of caramelized onions makes an ideal chicken melt sandwich. This recipe was created by Tyler Kord.
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This recipe for turkey chili is a nice change of pace from traditional beef dishes, offering a whole different set of flavors to enjoy. I like to serve cheddar cheese bread on the side. You can also serve...
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Don't think you have time to make homemade soup on hurried, hectic days? You can with this simple recipe! Frozen mixed vegetables simmer in a seasoned canned broth for a mere 25 minutes.
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These grilled chicken wings are marinated in tamarind purée, fish sauce, brown sugar, red pepper flakes, and cumin, with more brushed on as they grill.
Author: Rachel Gurjar
Growing up, I never liked broccoli, but I'm hooked on this salad's light, sweet taste. It gives broccoli a whole new look and personality. -Jessica Conrey, Cedar Rapids, Iowa
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We took grilled cheese up a notch with baby portobello mushrooms, bacon and cheddar. For weeknight comfort food, it's good to the last crumb. Readers of my blog, theseasonedmom.com, love these! -Blair...
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Harvest-fresh soup is a perfect salute to the riches of Indian summer. Sweet apples, spicy curry and tangy lemon strike a delicious balance. -Xavier Pennell, Mauldin, South Carolina
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This simple spaghetti squash recipe with Parmesan cheese, tomatoes and garlic makes a great no-meat meal.
Author: Diana Rattray
My family loves pasta salads, but usually they have too much mayonnaise or oily dressing. Using hummus gives this dish a great taste and texture, while also increasing its nutritional profile. Adding chicken...
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This is such a wonderful, flavorful sandwich perfect for a casual dinner, special lunch, or when hosting a luncheon. It's sure to get rave reviews. -Laura Merkle of Dover, Deleware
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When it comes to stirring up comfort in a bowl, Nancy Mueller knows her onions. Her low-fat soup-made with Vidalias or other sweet onions-is a cold-weather tonic for her and husband John of Menomonee Falls,...
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There's nothing like a steamy bowl of classic tomato soup on a cold February day. The addition of sugar puts a sweet spin on this version. For extra loveliness, top with homemade heart-shaped croutons....
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Sweet and tangy like French dressing, this recipe will jazz up most any green salad. "I know you'll love this recipe," says Janet Lawton of St Albens, Vermont.
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My recipe for manestra, which means "orzo" in Greek, is a straightforward and very easy to make recipe. You only need a few steps to transform simple ingredients into a creamy one-pot-wonder in about 30...
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I'm always looking for fun ways to use the fresh veggies that come in my Community Supported Agriculture box, and this salad is one of my favorite creations. I like to improvise with whatever I have on...
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"These cheesy, Cajun-flavored sandwiches are toasty and delicious right out of the oven. When I have leftover baked chicken breasts, I cut them up and use instead of the canned chicken," says Jessi Holland...
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This beautiful, flavorful salad from Rebecca Baird of Salt Lake City, Utah is sprinkled with feta cheese, sweetened cranberries and walnuts for extra depth, pop, and crunch. -Rebecca Baird, Salt Lake City,...
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These colorful mushrooms are so filling, they're almost a meal in themselves. They can also be served with a small garden salad or as a hearty side dish. -Sarah Vasques, Milford, New Hampshire
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"You can taste the essence of summer in this refreshing salad I serve with grilled chicken," says Sue Kauffmann of Columbia City, Indiana
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I often freeze this soup and thaw it for a fast easy meal. Since it's hearty, all I need to add are rolls or bread and a salad. -Ann Heine, Mission Hill, South Dakota
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My husband and I love buffalo chicken wings, so we created a soup with the same zippy flavor,. It's very popular with guests. Start with a small amount of hot sauce, then add more if needed to suit your...
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Fishing for a burger alternative? Consider it caught. A hint of cayenne is cooled by a creamy yogurt and mayo sauce in this fish sandwich that will put your local drive-thru to shame. -Taste of Home Test...
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My mother-in-law shared this recipe with me. The red and yellow peppers add to its flavor and eye-appeal. To speed it to the table, I often use a package of mixed greens.-Christine Panzarella, Buena Park,...
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I experimented with different variations, and this is the best chicken vegetable soup recipe I came up with. It's especially good to take to potlucks or share with friends. I often take a bowl to work...
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"I've had this recipe quite a long time, although I have changed it somewhat from the original," comments Alden Thornton from Warrenton, Oregon. "It's always been popular, particularly when served at picnics...
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This is a five-ingredient time-saver that serves as an attractive and welcome variation on veggies. After topping the peppers and onion with bottle vinaigrette, I can focus on the rest of the meal.-Marilou...
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