My husband loves pickled beets. I paired them with a little citrus for an Eastery salad. It has such a great color combination! -Michelle Clair, Seattle, Washington
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Chicken Tikka Kebabs in a richly spiced yogurt marinade. Grilled, barbecued or griddled to perfection An easy, family-pleasing dinner!
Author: Nicky Corbishley
Apples and lettuce pair up in this colorful and crunchy salad that you can make ahead for a gathering. The sweet and tangy vinaigrette dressing coats the apple nicely and keeps them from turning brown....
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Instead of that seafood spice mix in the pouch, grind up your own crab boil mix to use with just about any type of shellfish.
Author: Peggy Trowbridge Filippone
I got this recipe from my favorite bagel shop in New York City. Now I make this every time I'm craving a quick and healthy breakfast. I like to add chopped pitted green olives to the schmear. - Julie Merriman,...
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A variety of savory seasonings give this balsamic vinegar dressing a tangy kick. It's the perfect complement to a bed of fresh greens. -Edgar Wright, Silver Spring, Maryland
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Our Test Kitchen tossed together this refreshing medley that's a colorful addition to Easter dinner or most any meal.
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Fresh mint adds bright flavor to this easy, quick and low-fat pineapple salad. Give it a berry twist by using blueberries and raspberries in place of the grapes, but don't forget the secret dressing ingredient-lemonade!...
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I have always enjoyed Reuben sandwiches, and I started making them with smoked turkey a few years ago. These are a favorite, especially in summer, when I don't like to heat up my kitchen. -Jo Ann Dalrymple,...
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My family loves a touch of barbecue sauce and ranch dressing in our mac salad. Not too much-just a hint of both makes this everyday salad something special. -Andrea Bolden, Unionville, Tennessee
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Here's what you need: salt, baking soda, shrimp, oil, yellow onion, celery, bell pepper, tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, cajun seasoning, ground red pepper, worcestershire sauce, water, black pepper, green...
Author: Robyn H
This hearty Broccoli Bacon Salad is the perfect addition to a picnic spread, lunch buffet or potluck. Packed with fresh broccoli, cheese, onion and cranberries and topped with a sunflower seed bacon blend,...
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All dressed up for the Easter parade, these darling bunny salads sent by Albertine Sperling of Abbotsford, British Columbia make a cute and festive side dish for your family feast. What kids wouldn't have...
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"This is a delicious and hearty soup," assures Beverlee DeBerry of Hempstead, Texas. "Combined with a nice loaf of French bread, it's a complete and satisfying meal. It's become a family favorite at our...
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"We have an apple orchard in our family, so I'm always looking for ways to use the fruit," writes Elaine Stichter of Milford, Indiana. "This crisp and crunchy dish is one of my favorite salads. Sometimes...
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Summertime gatherings aren't complete without a refreshing pasta salad. This tasty version features a mayonnaise and picante dressing. It may become one of your favorite side dishes for tacos, too! -Kathryn...
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Not your ordinary grilled cheese, these sandwiches are all grown up! Made with a comforting combination of jalapenos, roasted garlic, cream cheese, bacon and provolone, they please just about all adults-and...
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Cubed chicken marinates overnight in a sweet and salty sauce, giving every bite great flavor. Fried wonton strips add fun crunch to this main-dish salad.
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Quick Fruit Salad is a beautiful, refreshing side dish or dessert from Sue Call of Beech Grove, Indiana. "I's a great way to round out a summer meal!" Sue asserts.
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I absolutely love tomatoes, any kind, any size. Being from the South, that includes fried green tomatoes. I created a special summer sandwich to show them off. -Hillian Holmgren, Del Rio, Texas
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I like to experiment when making hamburgers and stuffing them with sharp Cheddar cheese makes them absolutely delicious. For lighter fare, I sometimes use a combination of lean ground beef and ground turkey....
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I got this recipe from a television cooking show some years ago. I like to mix the burgers together in the morning and refrigerate until dinnertime. - Patricia Rubsam, Hillsboro, Oregon
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We have family get-togethers frequently throughout the year, and I'm always looking for a new dish to take along. This super salad has become my trademark.
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To make a watermelon basket, start by cutting the watermelon into shape. Then, fill it with melon balls to serve with a creamy dip. -Christine Johnson, Ricetown, Kentucky
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"This is my own creation, invented one day at lunch time when I had limited time and ingredients," writes Ruth Lee, of Troy, Ontario. To add a fresh, crisp taste, add chopped cilantro to these pockets....
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Grapes, mandarin oranges and pineapple chunks add fruity goodness and color to this hearty main-dish salad. It's perfect for a large luncheon.-Marion L. Baker, Sun Lakes, Arizona
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"These are a nice alternative to your typical ham and cheese sandwiches," says Jillian Moseley-Willians of Barrie, Ontario. "You can replace the Swiss cheese with Brie or Camembert, then heat the sandwich...
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During grilling season, these sandwiches often appear on my menus. Cheese and bacon are stuffed inside tender burgers, which are then topped with caramelized onions. -Mary Bilyeu, Ann Arbor, Michigan
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Use up your leftover Christmas turkey in these moreish turkey curry patties. They're perfect for the days after the big meal, or you can freeze them for later
Author: Melissa Thompson - Journalist and food writer
We love this salad's crunch and color. It has the right combination of spices and a hint of sweetness from coconut and dried cranberries. This is one of our favorite end-of-garden recipes. -Nancy Fleming...
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If you can't beat 'em, eat 'em. That's my motto. Dandelions are much more than a seasonal lawn annoyance. In addition to salads, dandelions make good jelly, wine, coffee and salad. Remember, though, to...
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To dress up each chicken avocado burger, spread the Italian bread with creamy mayo and top with thick slices of fresh mozzarella and tomato. Serve with buttered boiled potatoes or a salad. -Lisa Hundley,...
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"This is such a rich dish, you don't need to serve a lot with it. For a simple garnish instead of the bacon, I add a drop of hot sauce to the top and drag a butter knife through it." Mildred Caruso - Brighton,...
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We enjoy the interesting blend of flavors and textures in this crisp cabbage slaw. It adds nice color and refreshing crunch to our Christmas feast.
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Author: Jeanne Thiel Kelley
Meet the Cook: With six grown daughters who visit us frequently, I have plenty of chances to serve this family favorite - whether we are making steaks, pork chops, burgers or bratwurst. I've even served...
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What I love about these, besides the great taste, is you can make them up ahead of time and keep them refrigerated until you're ready to cook. -Matthew Hass, Ellison Bay, Wisconsin
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Garden-fresh tomatoes and broccoli brighten this summertime salad with distinctive flavor and eye-catching color. My homemade dressing mixes up in a jiffy and complements the vegetables. -Marie Hoyer,...
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Garlic Butter Crawfish Tails are easy to make and full of flavor. Delicious crawfish meat is coated in a garlic buttery sauce with a hint of white wine. You can serve this Louisiana staple as an appetizer...
Author: Izzy
Summer is the time we enjoy grilling and adding fresh fruit to our menu, and this smoky-sweet salad is the best of both worlds! I like to marinate the fruits for extra flavor before I grill them. -Nancy...
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We first had this salad at our daughter's home in California. It's wonderful with a meat-and-potatoes dinner, or served for lunch with chunks of French bread.
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These individual stuffed pizzas taste delectable with or without the sauce on the side. If you can't make up your mind, prepare half of the calzones with ham and the other half with pepperoni.
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From Davis, IL, Tonya Burkhard sends this filling soup that comes together in no time. Loaded with potatoes, the combination of sweet corn and pearl onions, smoky bacon and lots of spice has a scrumptious...
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This is a hearty, stick-to-your-ribs potato soup. In place of the bacon, you can substitute cubed cooked ham.
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