I like to make this smooth, creamy soup when company comes to visit. Its zippy flavor is full of southwestern flair. My family enjoys dipping slices of homemade bread in this chowder to soak up every bite!...
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This savory pie calls for roasting tomatoes to concentrate their flavor, then layering them with two kinds of cheese atop a garlic-butter crust for a result as dramatic as it is delicious.
Author: Rick Martinez
This recipe lets beets shine. It's a hearty main dish salad that is beautiful on the plate, too. If I have it, I like to use hazelnut oil in this salad.-Jill Anderson, Sleepy Eye, Minnesota
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When I take this dish to potlucks during the holidays, people always ooh and aah. Feel free to top with whipped cream for added appeal. —Carol Mead, Los Alamos, New Mexico
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Chock-full of veggies, ham and cheese in every spoonful, this thick, creamy chowder will take the chill off even the nippiest of fall evenings. Serve it with crusty French bread. -Elaine Krupsky, Las Vegas,...
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The spiced lamb in these stuffed pita pockets goes perfectly with cool cucumber and yogurt. It's like having your own Greek gyro stand in the kitchen. -Angela Leinenbach, Mechanicsville, Virginia
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Using a blender, this soup becomes a smooth, nutritious heart-warmer just right for those cool nights. If the soup is too thick, add a little more vegetable broth to thin it out.-Tracy Lohr, Urbandale,...
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The blend of seasonings, greens and warm bacon dressing makes this salad a sure hit. My guess is that it'll be a favorite at your next gathering.
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Save time slicing and dicing by using a combo of fresh and prepared frozen veggies in this wholesome soup with plenty of nutty pearl barley.
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A restaurant-quality burger that's topped with marinara and loaded with cheese-what's not to love? Fresh basil adds even more flavor. -Brooke Petras, Alpine, California
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A co-worker of mine brought this soup for everyone to sample at lunch one day. I ended up eating a heaping bowlful even though I don't normally care for soup. It's that good.-Dorothy Anderson, Woodstock,...
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Here in Louisiana we have a lot of get-togethers, and if you want your dish to be chosen over all of the rest, it has to have a kick! This does the trick. -Amanda West, Sibley, Louisiana
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This sweet and tangy side dish sent in by Mary Farley comes together in a snap. "I often take this to church potlucks," she writes from Wasilla, Alaska. "It is so pretty and colorful with the red pepper...
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This pretty spinach salad, topped with grilled chicken, strawberries and almonds, features a delectably sweet poppy seed dressing. Made in moments, it's a refreshing lunch or light supper for two. -Ginger...
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Despite my hectic schedule, I enjoy cooking for family and friends. This recipe is one of my favorites.-Pam Holloway, Marion, Louisiana
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Adjust the flavor by adding a bay leaf or dried thyme along with the potatoes (discard bay leaf before serving). Or garnish each serving with chopped fresh parsley or crumbled cooked bacon.
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The first time I made this colorful soup, our home smelled wonderful. We knew it was a keeper to see us through cold winter days. -Sarah Stombaugh, Chicago, Illinois
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My husband and I fell hard for the curried chicken salad from our grocery store deli, and I knew I could find a way to make something similar. This greek yogurt chicken salad has become one of our favorites...
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Meet the Cook: There were 11 children in my family when I was growing up, and my husband and I have seven grown children (and now eight grandchildren). Need less to say, I have been cooking ever since...
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People love the unique combination of flavors in the dressing that tops the fresh fruit in this salad. It's so refreshing on a hot summer evening. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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This salad is great with a grilled steak for a Tex-Mex meal, and most of it can even be prepared out in the backyard. Poblanos and cayenne make it pop. -Johnna Johnson, Scottsdale, Arizona
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This satisfying soup gets its Italian flair from fennel, thyme, basil and orzo pasta. If you don't start with a low-sodium or sodium-free stock, you might want to decrease the amount of salt called for...
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This unusual slaw recipe from my mother combines all the ingredients, then stores in the freezer. Remember to thaw before serving. - Alice Campbell, Dickinson, North Dakota
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This Salad is a refreshing complement to any meal, and it's attractive on the table. Whenever I'm asked to bring a dish to a potluck dinner, I prepare this salad. I often make it for friends and neighbors,...
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Here's what you need: dijon mustard, honey, salt, freshly ground black pepper, extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar
Author: Matthew Johnson
Tuna salad is a classic go-to for quick lunches and snacks. This tuna salad recipe is made with canned tuna, mayo, celery, onion, and lemon, and can be customized in dozens of ways. It's creamy, filling,...
Author: Sally Vargas
Here's what you need: vegetable oil, large flour tortillas, romaine lettuce hearts, tomatoes, red onion, avocados, corn, black beans, olive oil, lime juice, garlic, cumin, red pepper flakes, fresh cilantro,...
Author: Gwenaelle Le Cochennec
Five common ingredients are all you'll need to prepare Sue McMichael's hearty full-flavored chowder. "This is a terrific soup, particularly as the cooler season sets in," writes the Redding, California...
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Cool, crisp winter evenings call for comforting bowls of rich, cream soup. It's a terrific first course at holiday meals.-Mandy Howison, Glenshaw, Pennsylvania
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Dorothy Pritchett of Wills Point, Texas shares this tart medley that puts mushrooms in the spotlight. The salad is well-coated with a vinaigrette made with Dijon mustard, vinegar and herbs.
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Another highlight of my Easter menu is this pretty salad, with its slightly sweet homemade dressing and crispy sugar-toasted almonds. I've often taken the salad to potlucks because everyone enjoys it so...
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This salad made using carrots and raisins is a quick and easy side dish for your next meal.
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Here's a fruity spinach salad that even the kids will devour. The pretty strawberry drizzle peps up the greens nicely. -Carrie Sherrill, Forestville, Wisconsin
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"I can't believe how easy this pretty salad is to make," says Carolyn Tomatz of Jackson, Wisconsin. The colorful blend of bananas, pineapple, pears and peaches and grapes is tossed with a creamy pudding...
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Cumin and chili powder season this traditional chili from Sandy Dilatush of Denver, Colorado. Quesadillas on the side make this Southwestern soup a meal.
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My family was tired of the same old potato salad at family functions, so I created this with the ingredients I had on hand. Now I'm always asked to bring it to potluck gatherings. -Tami Gallagher, Eagan,...
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A friend of mine shared this recipe with me after I raved about the delightful salad at dinner. I have served it for years now, and no matter where i take it, I have to bring along copies of the recipe...
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When you warm lettuce in butter and wine it gets velvety and rich-a perfect foil to the toothsome, sweet peas. Serve spooned over slices of quiche for brunch.
Author: Tara O'Brady
Tired of the same old ground beef recipes? This quick-fix burger alternative, with its creamy cheese filling, will wake up your taste buds. -Sherri Cox, Lucasville, Ohio
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Homemade croutons star in this easy Italian salad recipe, filled with grape tomatoes, olives and pepperoncinis. I like to serve it with fresh Italian or focaccia bread. —Nancy Granaman, Burlington,...
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You'll be amazed that just five ingredients can create something so spectacular! This chilled strawberry soup is certain to become a new summertime favorite. -Verna Bollin, Powell, Tennessee
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I turned classic breakfast sandwiches into something heartier that you could even enjoy for dinner. We pile toppings like salsa and avocado-mayo and ketchup, too-on the homemade biscuits. -Fay Moreland,...
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This dressing is an excellent salad topper that is thick and well-seasoned. It goes great with a variety of salad greens. -Ruth Ann Stelfox, Raymond, Alberta
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This pleasing pasta salad is like eating a BLT in a bowl. Filled with crispy bacon, chopped tomato, celery and green onion, the sensational salad is coated with a tangy mayonnaise and vinegar dressing....
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"This is my husband Kent's very favorite sandwich," says Barbara Billeter from Clovis, California, "and I often make a double batch when lots of family or friends are over." TIP: "I prepare the tuna mixture...
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Count on compliments, not leftovers, when you share this fun, tossed salad at your next gathering. It's so easy to throw together, and someone always asks for the recipe. -Deborah Weisberger, Mullett Lake,...
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Meet the Cook: Being single (I'm in my 27th year as a teacher), I enjoy sharing favorite dishes at church and family potlucks. This one has won raves whenever I've served it. I've also found it makes a...
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