From Penticton, British Columbia, Alice Butcher writes, "After a day outdoors, my husband and I find that there's nothing more refreshing than a bowl of this chilled soup."
Author: Taste of Home
This dressing is one my Grandmother used to make. I added the Gorgonzola. I mistakenly marinated the apples in the dressing for a few hours one day and it tasted so good, I do it every time now.
Author: Taste of Home
This easy chili recipe is made with ground beef, tomatoes, and beans. Add your own favorite ingredients and spices to personalize this recipe.
Author: Diana Rattray
The bits of bright red and green in this easy macaroni salad remind me of fun confetti. The inspiration for the dish came from a recipe I found in a church cookbook when I was a young writer responsible...
Author: Taste of Home
This is such a beautiful salad to serve because of the ingredients' harmonizing colors. and it's super healthy to eat. This versatile side salad goes with just about every main dish! —Jessica Gerschitz,...
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Because it can be made ahead, a gelatin salad like this one, brimming with fruit and nuts, is so convenient. This salad (another old standby from the cooking show I watched years ago) comes out of the...
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I've always loved going out for quesadillas. Then one day I came up with a recipe for making them in my oven. They cook in about 10 minutes.
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"This chunky soup is chock-full of hearty ingredients like potatoes and black beans," notes Heather Baldry of Knoxville, Tennessee. "The tasty vegetable broth is a nice change from chicken or beef."
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This potato salad is a classic side for any German meal.-Mae Wagners, Pickerington, Ohio
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"Island vacation in a bowl" might be the best way to describe this hearty soup. A splash of lime juice and a hint of jerk seasoning add tropical taste. -Mary Lou Timpson, Colorado City, Arizona
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Everyone in our extended family loves to cook, so I put together all of our favorite recipes in a cookbook to be handed down from generation to generation. This recipe comes from that cookbook. It's a...
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When we have chicken for dinner, I cook extra for these full-flavored roll-ups. Featuring Caesar salad dressing, cream cheese, red pepper, black olives and a hint of garlic, the wraps are perfect alongside...
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Serve these simple four-ingredient cheese puffs as part of a picnic or for lunch. You could also try adding some roasted peppers, cherry tomatoes or pesto
Author: Good Food team
People who prefer food with some tang find this corn salad particularly appealing. It's a pretty dish besides-and very economical. If you're like me and enjoy growing your own ingredients, you won't have...
Author: Taste of Home
I created this chicken recipe to replicate the flavors of my favorite curry dish-slightly sweet with just the right amount of spicy heat. When served with a garnish of green onions and toasted coconut,...
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Your favorite savory dip meets your favorite cheesy Mexican dish in this quick and easy mashup. Whether you're craving a hearty snack or putting together a last-minute appetizer, these spinach and artichoke...
Author: Betsy Carter
Slather on sandwiches, and serve alongside ham or sausages.
Author: Melissa Hamilton
Basic, yet packed with flavor, this sandwich gets a kick from zesty cheese and savory bacon. It's a great meal for summer days. -Linda Foreman, Locust Grove, Oklahoma
Author: Taste of Home
For most people, the word gumbo immediately conjures the Cajun and Creole cooking of Louisiana. But okra (ngombo in Bantu), for which the soup-stew is named, reached South Carolina with the slave trade...
Author: Edna Lewis
Here's what you need: carrots, cauliflower, broccoli, garlic, egg, onion powder, salt, pepper, bread crumbs
Author: Claire Nolan
My mother shared this recipe with me because of my passion for light dishes. Delicious and colorful, it is as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate. It wins me compliments whenever I serve it. -Lisa...
Author: Taste of Home
The kids will love these pepperoni and beef wraps. They're easy to assemble because each tortilla is simply wrapped around a portion of hearty meat filling with a piece of string cheese. -Taste of Home...
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Two types of cheese on top of a savory crab mixture make these open-faced sandwiches ooey-gooey good! I usually serve them for dinner, but they also make a great app when cut in half. -Donna Bennett, Bramalea,...
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I love this creamy, fresh-tasting dressing! It's so quick to assemble and adds a summery gourmet touch when drizzled over a salad. -Kendra Stoller, Kouts, Indiana.
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On long summer days when we just want to relax, I make a cool salad with avocado, berries and mint. The tangerine dressing is refreshingly different. -Carole Resnick, Cleveland, Ohio
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My mom found this recipe in a magazine 25 years ago, and my family has been enjoying it ever since. I refrigerate it overnight before serving. It looks especially pretty in a trifle dish. -Susan Schiller,...
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My dad has a red grapefruit tree and shares his crop with me. I toss the grapefruit with onion, fennel and mint for a fresh, fabulous salad. -Catherine Wilkinson, Dewey, Arizona
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I got this recipe from an old family friend, who gave me my first batch of leeks, too! This soup quickly became our family favorite. I enjoy making hearty dishes like this one-and I especially like cooking...
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My mother used to prepare this chicken salad with grapes and almonds for an evening meal during the hot summer months. It's my favorite of my mother's chicken salad recipes. You can also serve it as a...
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This Coconut Shrimp Curry features delicious shrimp in a coconut curry that's perfect over cooked rice and ready in only 25 minutes! Super easy, made all in one pot and packs tons of flavor!
Author: Joanna Cismaru
My creamy crab salad gets a boost of heat from Sriracha and a tangy touch from lime. It's ready fast, leaving me more time with guests. -Patti Lavell, Islamorada, Florida
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My husband loves this salad, especially during summer. He says he feels as if he's eating a healthy salad and getting his steak, too! I always serve it with some fresh homemade bread. -Julie Cashion, Sanford,...
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Refreshing melon slices fanned out in a pretty pool of raspberry sauce create a light but elegant ending to any special-occasion meal.
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This is my version of a recipe I tasted while on vacation. When we got home, I tinkered around with ingredients until I came up with a winning combination. -Lisa Hagdohl, Walbridge, Ohio
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I first tasted this sunny-looking soup with yellow peppers at a luncheon hosted by a good friend. It's simple and superb when served warm with a dollop of sour cream...or you can chill it for a refreshing...
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With two varieties of cheese-Swiss and cheddar-this soup is doubly delicious! I'm sure it will become a favorite in your home.
Author: Taste of Home
I love trying new recipes, and this one for Italian pasta salad tops all other varieties I've tried. With beans, cheese, sausage and vegetables, it's a hearty complement to any meal. -Bernadette Nelson,...
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The frittata is an Italian dish that makes good use of whatever ingredients you have on hand. Sometimes referred to as an "egg pizza," the frittata has many variations. Try an all-vegetable version, or...
This recipe showcases the beautiful bounty of summer with its fresh corn, tomatoes and delicious basil. Prevent browning by spritzing the salad with lemon juice. -Deena Bowen, Chico, California
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Summer's the perfect time to toss up this watermelon salad. You'd never expect it, but spinach is awesome here. Eat it and feel cool on even the hottest days. -Marjorie Au, Honolulu, Hawaii
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Meet the Cook: One of the nice things about this thick soup is you can make it in an afternoon without too much fuss. I've found that it's good for soccer-practice evenings - with our sons 18, 17 and 9,...
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"This is a terrific way to use up leftover chicken and cooked rice," remarks Judie Anglen of Riverton, Wyoming. "With its mild curry flavor and colorful chunks of carrot and celery, the thick mixture draws...
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Since Rhode Island is known as the Ocean State, I think this recipe represents my state well. Shrimp add a new twist to traditional potato salad.
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We eat fish on Fridays, so I like to experiment with different types. I pulled salmon, spinach and avocado from the fridge for these wraps. My kids loved them, and I love them, too, because they're delicious...
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Grilling isn't just the pastime of meat eaters! Ask my vegetarian family members who love these wholesome sammies slathered with prepared pesto and stacked with char-kissed summer produce. -Tanya Mehta,...
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Here's what you need: pretzels, shredded parmesan cheese, flour, pepper, eggs, chicken breast
Author: Tasty
My family loves a good steak dinner, but with busy schedules, I'm often thinking about ways to put new and simple twists on things. This salad is flavored with the freshness of lemon and cilantro and is...
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In nearby Wardsboro, Vermont, they have a fall festival where one of the entrees is this delicious soup. Reheats wonderfully in a slow cooker! -Liz Wheeler, Wilmington, Vermont
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