This crisp salad is so refreshing that we always eat every bit. -Marilyn Newcomer, Sun City, California
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From the first time I tasted this salad dressing, it has been a favorite at our house, served almost exclusively. It's quick to prepare, and it's easily made "light" by using fat-free or light mayo. -Patty...
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This is the perfect soup to warm up with on a cold fall or winter day. Serve it in a bread bowl to make it extra special. -Rhodes Bake-N-Serv, Jenna Jackson, Salt Lake City, Utah
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I am a native Texan, and this is the best chili recipe I've ever tasted-it's meaty and spicy. I'd make this whenever I was "homesick" during the years we spent away from Texas due to my husband's military...
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You'll think you're on Cape Cod when you taste this thick, wholesome chowder made from a recipe I've treasured for many years. It's one of my husband's favorites. He likes it more and more because over...
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"This mild salad dressing was popular at our local bowling alley many years ago when they served meals," recalls Dotty Egge from Pelican Rapids, Minnesota. "Most everyone asked for the recipe. It's very...
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Editor's note: Chef, nutritionist, and cooking teacher Lourdes Castro shared this recipe from her cookbook, Latin Grilling. It's part of a festive Cuban party menu she created for Epicurious and a great...
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This colorful salad is a bright and tasty introduction to a special meal. Dried cranberries and tart apples along with glazed walnuts and rich blue cheese add interest to the mix.-Gretchen Farr, Port Orford,...
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Golden flecks of pineapple give these burgers a touch of sweetness, while the ginger root adds some spice. Ground chicken works well in this recipe, too. -Margaret Wilson, Hemet, California
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Here's what you need: bread flour, kosher salt, sugar, warm water, active dry yeast, extra virgin olive oil, whole tomatoes, garlic, fresh mozzarella cheese, fresh basil
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This is a dish I almost always make when I have leftover turkey. It's inexpensive, delicious and easy to prepare. Plus, my family loves it!
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This colorful fruit salad with poppy seed dressing pairs well with any morning entree and takes just 10 minutes to assemble. The subtle honey sauce in this salad steals the show. -Dorothy Dinnean, Harrison,...
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Deciding to start eating healthy, I took a classic carrot and raisin salad recipe and lightened it up, then added apples for extra flavor. I took this dish to a weight-loss group meeting and they loved...
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Jeanette Saskowski uses garlic, ginger and soy sauce to turn ground turkey into moist tender patties. "They're winners at my house," says the Antioch, Tennessee cook. Plus, the flavorful fare is frugal...
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Flavor abounds in these hefty Cajun Beef Burgers, spiked with bits of veggies and Cajun seasoning. A creamy mayonnaise and Creole mustard spread adds even more Louisana-style flair.-Rebecca Baird, Salt...
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This wild rice salad, developed by the Light & Tasty Test Kitchen, is twice as nice since it stars both brown and wild rice! Tangy raspberry vinegar complements the nutty flavor of the rice, while dried...
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This traditional matzo ball soup recipe is worth the extra effort. If you prefer, you can add egg noodles instead of matzo balls. -Julia Sherman, New Market, Tennessee
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Try these sausage sandwiches for a casual but hearty meal. Full of traditional Italian flavor, they're a snap to make. -Mike Yaeger, Brookings, South Dakota
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Here's a refreshing take on slaw with a honey-lime vinaigrette rather than the traditional mayo. It's a great take-along for all those summer picnics. -Emily Tyra, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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Fresh basil marries the flavors of this splendid salad from Kathy Glasgow. The Marysville, California reader lightly dresses the dish, making it ideal with almost any entree.
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Our farm family would eat soup every day as long as it didn't come from a can! This smooth creamy concoction tastes like it's fresh from the garden. A subtle hint of horseradish and ginger sparks every...
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This pretty salad has become part of my regular summertime rotation because of its freshness and versatility-it's great with everything from grilled chicken to seafood! Try it with coconut-flavored vinegar...
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This salad makes a refreshing side dish for a special occasion meal. I take it to holiday potluck suppers and other family gatherings. People enjoy the combination of flavors, and I like that it can be...
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For a refreshing summer meal, you can't beat this creamy tuna salad mounded into cucumber halves. Hard-cooked eggs make the salad extra hearty, and the crispness of the cucumber is delightful. It's an...
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Here's what you need: zucchini, sweet potato, cherry tomato, red onion, corn, lemon, olive oil, garlic salt, pepper, quinoa, apple cider vinegar, fresh parsley
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When I'm in need of comfort food, I stir up a velvety batch of this Asian-spiced soup. Then I finish it with a sprinkle of cilantro over the top. -Elizabeth DeHart, West Jordan, Utah
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Comforting soups that simmer all day long are staples on cool, busy days. For a heartier version, stir in canned beans, such as cannellini or navy. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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This North Carolina Pulled Pork recipe and introductory text below are from The Barbecue! Bible 10th Anniversary Edition.
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Every busy cook will appreciate the convenience of being able to prepare this refreshing salad ahead of time. And your family will enjoy a marvelous meal.
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A relative gave me the tip to make salad dressings with whatever fruit I was using in my salad. It works like a charm here. Pears make the matching easy. -Jennifer Greiling, Fairview, Oregon
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This salad tastes even more impressive than it looks. It has an incredible crunch thanks to the cucumbers, radishes and apples. And the finish of fennel fronds adds just the faintest hint of licorice flavor....
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"This is one of the ways our family celebrates corn," writes Ruth Randolph of Orefield, Pennsylvania.
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This spicy lentil dahl recipe is a dairy-free vegan soup that is hearty and delicious. It's also easy and inexpensive to make and great with flatbread.
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This fresh take on tuna pasta salad is just as good warm as it is straight out of the refrigerator.
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From Red Oak, Oklahoma, Lisa Dunn writes, "Kids can't wait to eat this refreshing salad...I know ours can't! It's healthy, simple to make and tastes great. Our family can't get enough of it."
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Nailing this misunderstood classic (no, we don't want grilled chicken) is all about restraint and, yes, anchovies.
Author: Sue Li
Looking for something tasty to make with fresh raspberries? This dressing adds summer-fresh flavor to salads. -Francy Nightingale, Issaquah, Washington
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Turkey with gravy makes divine comfort food that reminds me of old-time diners on the East Coast that serve open faced turkey sandwiches just like this one. Happily, my gravy is not from a can. -Chris...
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I first made these slow-cooker chicken Caesar wraps for our daughter, who loves Caesar salads, then later for our extended family on vacation. It's such an easy meal-perfect for days when you'd rather...
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This reimagined chicken salad is lighter and leafier than your standard picnic lunch. Tender poached chicken, crisp greens, cukes, and scallions get tossed with a sesame dressing that takes its cues form...
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Oven-roasted pears take the ho-hum out of this green salad created by our Test Kitchen staff. They tossed together a good-for-you medley of mellow pear slices, crispy greens, nuts and dried cranberries....
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I don't know of a recipe that better represents our area than chowder. I adapted it from my mom's clam chowder recipe, and guests often request it.
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I love finding new ways to combine peanut butter, chocolate and bananas. I was shocked when my nephews (who are very picky eaters) loved these sammies. -Charlotte Gehle, Brownstown, Michigan
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This simple vinegar and oil dressing is seasoned with three herbs for robust flavor. "We like balsamic vinegar , so we often use it in place of wine vinegar as a nice change of pace," reports Mildred Sherrer...
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I usually make double batch of this meaty vegetable soup and freeze some in serving-size containers. It makes a nice meal for busy days or unexpected guests. -Emily Chaney, Penobscot, Maine
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