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Citrus Avocado Spinach Salad

Tossing this salad together with creamy avocado and tangy citrus is so simple, and it practically makes a meal of itself. -Karole Friemann, Kimberling City, Missouri

Author: Taste of Home

Sesame Almond Slaw

Crunchy veggies and noodles are coated in a tangy dressing in this pleasant slaw. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

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Spaghetti with Parsley Pesto

Author: Alison Roman

Deli Beef Sandwiches with Horseradish Mayonnaise

Sweet cherry preserves balance bold horseradish in this hearty sandwich. What a delicious noontime treat! -Greg Fontenot, The Woodlands, Texas

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Turkey Gyros

Greek seasoning, feta cheese and dill-cucumber sauce give this gyro an authentic taste. It was my family's introduction to how really good pita bread can be. Instead of feta cheese, we'll sprinkle on cheddar...

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Herbed Chicken & Spinach Soup

I love this slow cooker dish because it combines some of my favorite ingredients, such as savory spices, kidney beans and fresh spinach. To create a hearty meal, I eat the chicken soup with a side of crusty...

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Corn Chowder

My grandmother and mother made this dish to warm their families during the cold winter months. Nothing chased away a chill like this chowder! Now when it's cold and damp outside, I make this dish and think...

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Layered Christmas Gelatin

Christmastime always means that this recipe comes out of my recipe box. The traditional holiday colors in this salad make the buffet table look so pretty. -Diane Schefelker, Ireton, Iowa

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Dilly Chickpea Salad Sandwiches

These chickpea salad sandwiches are super flavorful and contain less fat and cholesterol than chicken salad. They make delightful picnic sandwiches. -Deanna McDonald, Muskegon, Michigan

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Nectarine Chicken Salad

When guests are coming for lunch or dinner in the warm summer months, I like to serve this attractive, colorful salad. The dressing is refreshingly tart. A neighbor shared the recipe years ago and I've...

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Swedish Fruit Soup

Our children expect me to make this sweet soup for the holidays. It's a delicious dessert served with pound cake and whipped cream...or offer it as a fruit compote for brunch.

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Chipotle Beef Chili

I love spicy food, so I think this chili really hits the spot. If you are sensitive to chili peppers, start out with one or two chipotles and go up from there. -Steven Schend, Grand Rapids, Michigan

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Spinach Garlic Soup

"During the years I owned and operated a deli, this was one of the most popular soups I served," recalls Marilyn Paradis of Woodburn, Oregon.

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Chorizo and Chickpea Soup

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Grilled Chicken Salad with Warm Mustard Dressing

"This tasty salad is fast to assemble, and cleanup's a breeze," assures Dawn Davidson of Thornton, Ontario. "Serve with the warmed dressing and crusty bread or rolls, and you have a complete meal that...

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Cucumber Fennel Salad

Looking for ways to use up cukes from your garden? Our Test Kitchen home economists suggests this refreshing side as a cool addition to backyard barbecues and picnic lunches. A hint of dill and lemon nicely...

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Kiwi Strawberry Spinach Salad

This pretty strawberry kiwi salad is always a hit when I serve it! The recipe came from a cookbook, but I personalized it. Sometimes just a small change in ingredients can create a big difference. -Laura...

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Italian Burgers

"My son, Tory, loves my lasagna, which I only make on Christmas," writes Bridgetta Ealy of Pontiac, Michigan. "As a surprise I created this burger, inspired by the lasagna he loves."

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Simple Coleslaw

"Simple Coleslaw, with its zippy dressing, takes just minutes to toss together, especially is you take advantage of convenient shredded cabbage from the grocery store."

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Italian Meat Loaf Sandwiches

You'll only need leftover meat loaf and five ingredients to make these yummy sandwiches that are easy to prepare on a griddle. You can even cook the sandwiches in a panini grill or countertop indoor grill....

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Sausage Sauerkraut Soup

I've taken this satisfying soup to church gatherings and family reunions, and it always receives wonderful compliments. Everyone loves it! -Elizabeth Goetzinger, Lewiston, Idaho

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Sesame Ginger Vinaigrette

Our home economists enliven an ordinary green salad with a vinaigrette featuring orange juice, ginger and balsamic vinegar.

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Greek Yogurt Cucumber Sauce German Tsatsiki

A yogurt-cucumber sauce with lots of garlic and olive oil is a traditional Greek tzatziki recipe which is often made and served in Germany.

Author: Jennifer McGavin

Mexican Shredded Beef Wraps

The first time I served these wrap sandwiches was at the party following my son's baptism. Everyone liked them so much that it's become one of my go-to slow-cooker recipes. -Amy Lents, Grand Forks, North...

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Yummy Chicken and Dumpling Soup

Chicken and dumpling soup is a classic that every cook should have in their recipe box and this version is tried and true. My husband is not very fond of leftovers, but says he would eat this every day...

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Black Bean Pumpkin Soup

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Chicken Bacon Ranch Baked Potatoes Recipe by Tasty

Here's what you need: russet potatoes, shredded chicken, ranch dressing, bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, scallion

Author: Alix Traeger

So Easy Sloppy Joes

Everybody in the family will love the zesty, fun flavor of this simple staple. Try it spooned over warmed cornbread if you don't have buns. -Karen Anderson, Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio

Author: Taste of Home

How to Make Perfectly Poached Chicken Breasts

Poached chicken breasts make for tender, succulent chicken that you can use in a variety of recipes, such as soup, pot pie, or burritos.

Author: Fiona Haynes

Shrimp Salad Sandwich

Savory, creamy Maryland-style shrimp salad with crunchy celery and scallions makes a great sandwich filling for a light dinner or lunch for two.

Author: Janet A. Zimmerman

Apple Brie Quesadillas

With onions, apples and cheese, these quesadillas are a surprising change from typical versions. They have sweet and savory flavors I just love. -Heather Kahn Gisi, San Dimas, California.

Author: Taste of Home

Lomo saltado

This meat dish is as simple as it is delicious: you can literally throw it together within minutes and you don't need many exotic ingredients. One serving with give you a flavor explosion that you will...

Author: Eat Peru

Hot Ham Sandwiches

I came up with this crowd-pleasing recipe while trying to recreate a favorite sandwich from a restaurant near my hometown. The sandwiches are easy to serve in a buffet line because they don't really need...

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Lemony Chicken Noodle Soup

This isn't Grandma's chicken soup, but it is comforting. The lemon juice gives this easy soup enough zip to make it interesting. -Bill Hilbrich, St. Cloud, Minnesota

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Sausage Pepper Calzones

These tasty Italian sandwiches from Marion Lowery of Medford, Oregon are chock-full of savory turkey sausage, sweet peppers and herbs, enhanced by zesty pizza sauce. Made from convenient frozen bread dough,...

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Garlic Vinaigrette

"I use this flavorful salad dressing all year round. It's especially nice with assorted greens, garden fresh tomatoes and sweet onions," writes Carol Birkmeier from Nashville, Tennessee.

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One Pot Spinach Beef Soup

My idea of a winning weeknight meal is this beefy soup that simmers in one big pot. Grate some Parmesan and pass the crackers. -Julie Davis, Jacksonville, Florida

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Zesty Potato Salad

A new, zippy version of the old favorite, this refreshing potato salad is sure to please! Horseradish gives it a delightfully different flavor. Try it for your next family gathering or picnic. -Aney Chatterton,...

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Roasted Balsamic Sweet Potatoes

By the end of summer, I'm done with the usual potato salad. This warm, spicy side kicks off cozy season. -Karen Vande Slunt, Watertown, Wisconsin

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Italian Tuna Salad

"This fresh, colorful salad has a nice crunch," reports Lois Gelzer of Standish, Maine.

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Chicken Salad in Tomato Cups

"Garden-fresh tomatoes make this standout recipe hard to beat," notes Judy Robertson of Southington, Connecticut. "It's fast, delicious, economical...and my family loves it!"

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Apple Cinnamon Butternut Squash Soup

This apple cinnamon butternut squash soup is perfect for fall, and a fresh twist on the classic belly-warmer. Nothing says you got fall under your thumb more than this deliciously interesting soup, made...

Author: Betty Crocker Kitchens

Persian Rice With Fava Beans and Dill (Baqala Polow)

Frozen fava beans make easy work of this fragrant rice dish, but if you have access to fresh favas, it makes for a delicious springtime stunner.

Author: Najmieh Batmanglij

Waldorf Tuna Salad

I dress up tuna salad deliciously with apple, raisins, dates and walnuts, then I drizzle it all with a tangy yogurt dressing. -Shirley Glaab, Hattiesburg, Mississippi

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Strawberry Orange Spinach Salad

"Years ago, my husband and I went to a dinner catered by a high school cooking class, and they served this colorful salad," says Donna Moorman of Stirling, Ontaion. "I begged for the recipe and have been...

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Strawberry Spinach Salad with Candied Walnuts

This classic salad goes with just about anything you're serving. The juicy berries add a pop of color to the greens, and the sweet, crunchy nuts are good enough to eat all on their own! -Susan Howell,...

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