I first sampled these at a bridal luncheon years ago. Now I frequently make them for our weekly neighborhood dinners.
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This is a fresh and delicious recipe that is a big hit whenever I take it to a potluck-always the first to go! -Frances Pietsch, Flower Mound, Texas
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Here's what you need: Chuck roll, smoked bacon, kosher salt, toasted black peppercorns, fresh thyme, garlic, mayonnaise, ketchup, pickle relish, white wine vinegar, lemon juice, salt and pepper, potato...
Author: Scott Loitsch
Relish autumn's color and flavors right in your bowl with this creamy, golden soup from Spearville, Kansas field editor Pat Habiger. Just blend the ingredients and chill overnight. "For a treat, serve...
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Growing up in a German community, I ate this salad often. It's an old traditional dish-I recall my grandmother talking about her mother making this recipe. As a variation, the old-timers in my family cut...
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The deep red of the cranberries and red cabbage makes this a perfect fit for a Christmas spread. Adults and children love this dish, and I'm often asked to bring it to potlucks and other big dinners. Refrigerate...
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This chili is incredibly easy to make, and has a surprising depth of flavor for something that comes together in no time before the slow cooker takes over the work. I can make this for people who like...
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Here's what you need: sweet potato, poblano pepper, olive oil, McCormick® Original Taco Seasoning, black beans, corn tortillas, cotija cheese, shredded lettuce, medium red onion, water, white vinegar,...
Author: Tracy Raetz
Like a string of pearls on a little black dress, a vinaigrette is a classic way to dress a salad. A little oil, a little vinegar, a tangy infusion of orange juice and a sprinkle of orange zest are just...
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A luscious combination of sweet and tangy, crunchy and creamy, this pretty salad makes a great side dish or dessert. Its light pink color and delicate banana flavor make it perfect for a bridal shower...
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When my husband comes home after being on the road, I like to have a hot pot of this traditional soup waiting for him. It's a wonderful "welcome home" meal on a cold winter day.
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Red wine vinaigrette perks up this medley of crisp cucumbers, bright red tomatoes and creamy mozzarella cheese. This one looks just as good as it tastes. Thanks to Renae Boothroyd of Raeford, North Carolina...
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When we're lucky (or have been good-I'm not certain which), this soup is served in the staff cafeteria at my high school, where I am a media specialist. The cooks have been making it for years, and it...
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"Mom used to make these quick-and-easy sandwiches for us using leftover hamburger buns and fresh tomatoes out of the garden," recalls Sandy McKenzie of Braham, Minnesota. "They're a nice warm change from...
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This easy salad features colorful peppers, beans, tomato and tender strips of beef. The beef marinates for only 10 minutes, but gets great flavor from the lime juice, cilantro and chili powder.
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The chilled salad our Test Kitchen tossed together is an ideal warm-weather refresher. Golden corn, grape tomatoes and fresh basil bring the very best of summer to the table. Subtly salty olives add an...
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Here's how to make the BEST Traditional Cuban Sandwich, a.k.a. the Cubano, at home! Layers of mojo-marinated pork roast, ham, cheese, and pickles make this sandwich outstanding. Serve toasted grilled...
Author: Marta Rivera
During summer, I use the barbecue grill often. Food just tastes better, and cleanup is much easier. This recipe is a delicious way to dress up plain hamburgers.
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Potato salad tossed with vinaigrette has a lighter taste than traditional mayo versions. I add velvety avocado and hazelnuts for cool texture and crunch. -Laurie Bock, Lynden, Washington
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Freshly cut corn kernels and a quick blender egg custard are all that goes into a store-bought pie shell for this unbelievably easy and delicious summer brunch all-star.
Slow cooker meals, like this shredded beef sandwich, are my favorite kind. After I get a few ingredients into the slow cooker, I can do my own thing. Plus, I have a hearty, satisfying meal when I come...
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Because it seems to appeal to so many, this creamy salad is one of my favorite crowd-size recipes. I've taken it to potlucks and picnics...and it's always a hit.
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I was late coming home one evening and forgot to pick up tortillas for the fajitas we planned for dinner. So we used pita bread that I had in the freezer instead. The warm chicken-filled pockets, garnished...
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After building up hearty appetites, the crew on my husband's commercial fishing boat enjoys sitting down to this slightly spicy salad. It's a real crowd-pleaser.
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This is one of my favorite vegetarian recipes, especially on those cold winter evenings. I make large batches and freeze it. Homemade pesto is tasty, but you can use store-bought to make the recipe really...
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I came up with this recipe one day when I had some leftover bratwurst. It has been a favorite of my husband's ever since and is requested whenever the guys are hanging out. -Anna Miller, Churdan, Iowa
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Salsa and cumin add just the right zip to this thick, hearty soup. I like to serve it with corn bread.-Mary Buhl, Duluth, Georgia
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This salad is popular in our community, where seafood of all kinds is readily available. It's great for summer picnics, but I serve it year-round. The shrimp, rice, olives, celery and hard-cooked eggs-with...
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Ginger and peanut butter give this dazzling orange soup a really unique flavor. It has a mild, not spicy, taste with an Asian flair. -Hilda Fallas, Bothell, Washington
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No need to call my family twice when these burgers are on the menu. Get ahead of the game and stuff them ahead of time, then grill later. - Joyce Guth, Mohnton, Pennsylvania
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These easy cheesy nachos are loaded with fresh ingredients. Serve with salsa, sour cream, and guacamole for a definite crowd-pleaser!
Author: Holly Nilsson
I had a similar chicken salad at a restaurant and created my own version. It may seem like an odd combination, but the ingredients work really well together. My children love it, and it only takes a few...
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This nutritious soup never gets boring, because the vegetables can vary depending on what's in season or on hand. In Dad's case, he was too young to help his older brothers in the fields, so he'd dig the...
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Light and refreshing, this salad goes nicely with the heavier dishes of the season. Your family and friends will also appreciate the tasty homemade dressing. -Marian Platt, Sequim, Washington
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"My husband loves Alfredo sauce, so I'm always looking for new variations," writes Cindie Henf from Sebastian, Florida. "This easy-to-make soup is wonderful with crusty Italian bread and a tomato-mozzarella-basil...
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I cook with lentils often because they're a nutritious, inexpensive source of protein. This low-fat soup is one of my favorite ways to use them. To make it even heartier, add ground beef, cooked sausage...
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This colorful toss combines cauliflower and black and green olives with sweet peppers and red onion for a satisfying blend of flavors. The lemony vinaigrette coats the salad well and gives it a pleasing...
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The best flavors of Italy are celebrated in these tempting turkey burgers-pesto, basil, tomato and mozzarella. Grill some up for an international cookout.-Sharon Novin, Northridge, California
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"Even people who don't care for black-eyed peas will enjoy this hearty meatless soup," promises Donna Ambrose, Mt. Wolf, Pennsylvania. "With a crusty loaf of bread, it's a heartwarming meal for those cold...
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Here's a versatile, pretty side that will go with a summer full of entrées! -Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho
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Horseradish adds a special "kick" to this mouthwatering salad that Lesley Pew fixes at home in Lynn, Massachusetts for her family and friends. "It's creamy, crunchy and always popular," she promises. No...
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This colorful soup is a tasty way to have a serving of vegetables without a lot of fat. Even my discerning teenagers lap it up happily.
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For easy entertaining, cover and refrigerate the salad a few hours before guests arrive so you don't have to bother with last-minute assembly. Turn it into a light lunch by adding sliced rotisserie chicken,...
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