Our family calls this comforting, old-fashioned soup our "Sunday dinner soup" because it's almost a complete dinner in a bowl. You'll love the flavor!-Marie McConnell, Shelbyville, Illinois
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My lunchtime salad gets way more interesting topped with barbecue pork, cheddar cheese and creamy avocado. It's as satisfying as it is scrumptious. -Shawn Carleton, San Diego, California
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This twist on traditional cabbage slaw gets a touch of sweetness from raisins and pineapple and a little zip from horseradish dressing. Terri Webber of Miami, Florida sent in the recipe for the crisp colorful...
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"Tender pasta, sauteed vegetables and lots of flavor...this tasty soup comes really close to the tomato rosamarina soup they serve in the best Greek restaurants in Chicago," writes Mary Lu Wasniewski from...
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When I make this bread, I almost always have to bake two loaves so that everyone gets a taste! It's especially good in the winter. In fact, last year when we went to a Christmas buffet at my husband's...
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This hearty vegetable broth soup really satisfies, and it's inexpensive as well.-Bertha McClung, Summersville, West Virginia
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This salad is my standard-I always make sure I have the ingredients on hand so I can whip up this easy salad anytime. -Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho
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Turn a good salad into a great one with crispy garlic parmesan croutons. This garnish will work for salads, but they are also great as a snack.
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Tortilla pizzas are a fast and easy way to enjoy your favorite personalized pizza.
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This family favorite is done in no time at all. I like to serve it with a crusty bread or garlic bread, and I'll sometimes use bacon or salami instead of pepperoni (just like a pizza!).-Janet Beldman,...
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Toasted sandwich bread (we recommend rye) spread with cold and creamy egg salad makes for the perfect lunch. It's as simple and satisfying as a midday meal should be, and it's also completely customizable....
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To make this chili a day ahead, cool, cover and chill after removing from the heat. The next day, reheat over low heat; add the sour cream, half-and-half and cilantro just before serving. -Taste of Home...
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This is a delectable dish that looks as good as it tastes. Mother usually saved this recipe for special occasions, but when she did make it, we sure enjoyed it. The best part is the mouthwatering dressing...
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My wife and I ate sandwiches similar to these at a restaurant and enjoyed them. But they weren't nearly as flavorful as this easy and zesty recipe I came up with! -Tom Wolf, Tigard, Oregon
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I frequently serve this attractive soup as the mouthwatering meal after a day of skiing and sledding. Everyone who samples it comments on the robust tomato taste.
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Ranch dressing is delicious served with everything from raw vegetables to fried chicken wings, and you can make your own in just 5 minutes.
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Relate Jesse and Anne Foust from Bluefield, West Virginia, "We like to make this chunky salad the day before to let the flavors mellow."
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This modern take on the classic Middle Eastern bulgur and herb salad swaps grains for cauliflower "rice," making it nutritious and gluten-free. Serve it as a side dish for roasted or grilled meats or mix...
Author: Katherine Sacks
My mother-in-law shared this recipe with me. She doesn't cook anymore, so now I make it for her, and she enjoys eating it as much as I enjoy making it. The pumpkin flavor brings a little Thanksgiving to...
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I adjusted three different recipes to come up with this one. Kids like the tangy taste and request the sandwiches for birthday parties.-Anna Adams, Chatsworth, California
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Rich and flavorful, this chili is absolutely packed with fun veggies like mushrooms, beans and sun-dried tomatoes. It's so filling, you'll win over any meat lover. -Pam Ivbuls, Omaha, Nebraska
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"This rich soup is wonderful when fresh asparagus is in season," reports Melissa Petrek-Myer of Austin, Texas. "It's an elegant dish to serve company."
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This slow cooker pork shoulder is cooked with an easy, lightly sweetened barbecue sauce. Honey and a dash of cayenne pepper add depth of flavor.
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Radishes and water chestnuts put the crunch in this appealing salad that's draped in a light mayonnaise dressing. Barbara Kopfmann of West Bend, Wisconsin shares the recipe.
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My mother always made this salad, so I tried it on my future husband when we were courting. I discovered later that he didn't like vinegar in his foods, but he learned to enjoy this salad and called it...
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Black olives and vegetables add interest and texture to this big-batch egg salad I make. It's great for sandwiches and also goes a long way served on crackers as an appetizer. -Helen Lamison Carnegie,...
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Give ordinary coleslaw a "berry" tangy twist. It's sure to get raves at your next picnic or potluck. -Deborah Biggs, Omaha, Nebraska
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So quick and easy to prepare, this is a busy mom's dream recipe. If you're in a rush, go ahead and use red wine vinaigrette for the homemade dressing. -Mary Perso, Brookfield, WI
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Sweet potatoes and black beans roll up together for a quesadilla that's easy, fast, fun and delicious. -Brittany Hubbard, St. Paul, Minnesota
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A good dressing is hard to beat; a great one is brilliant. We love a tangy blend of buttermilk and Greek yogurt. -Liz Bellville, Jacksonville, North Carolina
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Chinese cooks don't use a lot of raw vegetables, but instead prefer to stir-fry or braise them. There are a few exceptions, however, and in Hong Kong cooks fill crisp iceberg lettuce leaves with savory...
Author: Mary Kate Tate
For a light, refreshing first course, Lori McLaughlin of Pittsford, New York turns to this fruity salad. Sweet apple, dried cranberries, blue cheese and a vinaigrette dressing give it a subtle punch of...
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Jazz up store-bought ravioli with a super quick homemade tomato sauce full of fragrant onion, garlic, and basil. The sauce is super versatile and pairs well with any flavor of ravioli, from cheese to spinach...
Author: Betsy Carter
This recipe originated with my Aunt Mazie, a wonderful cook from West Virginia. I like this dressing because of its versatility. It's wonderful with potatoes, macaroni, hot or cold sliced meat or vegetables....
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This is a dish I can prepare in fifteen minutes! My husband gave me the secret of using the broiler to cook chicken faster and I discovered the spice blend as I tried to find ways to use this quick cooking...
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Here's what you need: balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, salt, pepper, peaches, boneless, skinless chicken breasts, oil, salt, pepper, mixed greens, grape tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, pecan
Author: Pierce Abernathy
Everyone thinks this is one of my best salads because it features wild rice-a major crop in my home state of Minnesota. Cashews give a subtle nutty flavor.
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This refreshing dish is perfect for picnics, barbecues or any other warm-weather gathering. Toss leftovers with pasta. -Lisa Gibbs, Muskegon, Michigan
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I realize that this seems almost too simple to mention, but it is such a perfect dish, and a good solution to a high-summer extravagance of zucchini and mint. And unlike some pasta dishes, it is light...
Author: Liz Neumark
For several years I taught a microwave cooking class sponsored by a local department store. Class participants raced about this recipe the most and were amazed it takes less that 20 minutes to cook! -...
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"It's easy to vary the flavors in this salad by using different fruits, but the herb syrup always makes it taste special," says field editor Sue Gronholz of Beaver Dam, Wisconsin
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A squeeze of lime, a sprinkle of cilantro and a little avocado make this a creamy and zingy pasta salad. -Carrie Farias, Oak Ridge, New Jersey
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Tired of turkey sandwiches? Try Beverly Graml's fresh-tasting adaptation-a warm spicy stir-fry tucked into pita bread. "A neighbor game me this quick-and-easy recipe years ago," she pens from Yorktown,...
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Even if you're not on a restricted diet, you'll enjoy these tasty burgers from Lisa Stavropoulos of Stouffville, Ontario. The ground turkey and beef patties are moist, hearty and seasoned to please. "I...
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I was introduced to basil when I married into an Italian family. I loved the aromatic fragrance and flavor of the herb. I think it adds a unique flavor to this tasty slaw that's a cool side to grilled...
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Here's what you need: chicken breast, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, fresh dill, salt, pepper, greek yogurt, olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, water, garlic, fresh dill, salt, pepper, romaine...
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