Instead of making a traditional fruit salad, why not try these quick and easy kabobs.-Mrs. Travis Baker, Litchfield, Illinois
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We eat a power salad packed with salmon and spinach at least once a week. It's a cinch to make, even after a hard day's work. -Jenny Dawson, Fond du Lac, Wisconsin
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Mango chutney sweetens these mouthwatering, jerk-seasoned wraps from Sally Sibthorpe in Shelby Township, Michigan. Great picnic fare, they're scrumptious served warm or cold.-Sally Sibthorpe, Shelby Township,...
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Garlic, onions, soy sauce and onion soup mix flavor the tender beef in these savory hot sandwiches served with a tasty, rich broth for dipping. The seasoned beef makes delicious cold sandwiches, too. -Marilyn...
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Make this quick ham and cheese stuffed crescent recipe for a crispy twist on a lunchtime staple. Try it with leftover spiral cut ham or your favorite deli meat and cheese. Keep your family satisfied with...
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Basil and red pepper lend bright flavor to this green bean salad. You'll love the crunch pine nuts provide! Kathy Kittell - Lenexa, Kansas
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Even people who aren't particularly fond of broccoli and cauliflower can't resist this tempting soup. On busy days, you'll appreciate its ease of preparation.
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Tender cooked Greek green beans - fasolakia, with potatoes stewed in tomato, herbs and olive oil. These beans are so smooth and velvety, they will melt in your mouth.
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Sharon Mensing from Greenfield, Iowa combines two kid-friendly flavors in this speedy salad. "Children can help out by slicing and arranging the bananas," she suggests. "Then just stir up the dressing...
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"I adapted the original recipe for this flavorful soup so I could make it in the slow cooker," writes Lydia Kroese from Minnetonka, Minnesota. "It's ideal for staff luncheons at the school where I work,...
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A light orange dressing nicely accents sweet dried cranberries and crunchy almonds. It you prefer, you can use your favorite salad greens in place of the ready-to-serve package.
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I prefer to use spinach or other dark leafy greens because they are tastier than iceberg, and also because of the amount of calcium they contain. I'm always looking for ways to boost my calcium intake...
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Not only is this recipe extremely low in fat, but it's as convenient as it is delicious. Chock-full of corn, lentils and tender chunks of chicken, the thick satisfying soup simmers to a heartwarming perfection...
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Our Test Kitchen staff created two lip-smacking spreads to jazz up a variety of deli meats. Simply pick up some rolls and you've got a build-your-own-sandwich bar that's sure to please.
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A local restaurant serves a pea salad that everyone raves over, so I came up with a similar version my family likes even better. My husband requests the well-dressed crunchy combination often during the...
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One bite, and you'll swear you're at a restaurant. This bistro-worthy recipe is simple to prepare, yet special enough for lunch guests. -Shelly Fisher, Hermiston, Oregon
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Homemade Sloppy Joes come together in less than 30 minutes for a quick and easy dinner -- even on your busiest nights!
Author: Blair Lonergan
A symphony of flavor is yours the minute you bite into this refreshing, colorful salad. The veggies are lightly coated with a simple dressing and accented with thyme and feta cheese. -Mary Ann Dell, Phoenixville,...
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This salad is great for potlucks since it travels well and goes with everything. Have you heard the old wives' tale about planting corn? It says if you laugh when planting corn, it won't grow as high as...
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Why settle for ordinary grilled cheese when this is so easy to fix? Pair the sandwiches with your favorite soup for a fast, satisfying meal. -Arlene Reagan, Limerick, Pennsylvania
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Delicate, flaky pastry covers the most savory potato filling for these four-bite knishes. One will never be enough, so think about doubling the recipe as these will be the first to go at your next get...
Author: Jodi Luber
My daughter came up with this dish when trying to duplicate a soup she sampled at a restaurant. I always pass on to her the rave reviews. -LaVonda Owen, Marlow, Oklahoma
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"The ramen noodles give this hearty salad a little crunch, but it's still just as good the next day when they've softened up," says Kathy Egan of Oceanside, California.
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Because I enjoy spending a fair amount of time in the kitchen, our kids have also learned to like cooking. All four kids make this salad together and take pride in serving it to the family.-Marsha Ransom,...
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Author: Marge Perry
I've always loved turkey, dumplings and stuffing, so I combined them and added a punch of Creole flavor. My family loves it, even my little ones. It's got some kick, but a dollop of sour cream can mellow...
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These party-sized sandwiches make the meal! Just add your favorite Italian salad on the side. If you like, top the sandwiches with some sliced provolone. -Troy Parkos, Verona, Wisconsin
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Convenient canned goods, tomato juice and a frozen pasta-vegetable medley make it flavorful and fast. But it's also flexible because you can use other ingredients, such as a different frozen pasta-vegetable...
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"This chili is a scrumptious change of pace, thanks to ground turkey and the addition of cinnamon and allspice," writes Marlene Gravat of St. Louis, Missouri. "It was an instant hit with my husband, who...
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It's so easy to build a zesty sandwich when you pile on the shredded beef, pickles and smoked provolone. Can't find smoked provolone? I use regular, too. -Crystal Schlueter, Babbitt, Minnesota
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Perk up an ordinary salad with this tangy mixture shared by Shawn Nelson of Evansville, Indiana. With sweetness from pineapple juice and a but of zip from cumin, her salad dressing is a refreshing change...
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"Over the years, I've seen these versatile sandwiches please guests at occasions from fancy teas to last-minute suppers," writes Florence McClelland, Fredonia, New York. "To serve them as appetizers, I...
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Making arepas is easy and quick. The yummy griddle corn cakes are favorites in Venezuela and Colombia.
Author: Marian Blazes
Because of its rich spicy flavor, this soup has been a favorite in our home for years. I think you'll agree the tortellini adds an interesting twist.
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Author: Jeanne Thiel Kelley
Serve this quickly prepared dish with a tossed green salad and chilled melon for a summer brunch or light supper.
Author: Fran Nadzam
I created this salad recipe to feature wild rice, a delicious state crop, plus other harvest ingredients like apples and pecans. I make bushels of it each August when the small nearby village of Dorset...
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Here's what you need: tempeh, olive oil, soy sauce, maple syrup, liquid smoke, garlic powder, black pepper
Author: Rachel Gaewski
I created this colorful salad when I was invited to a friend's Easter egg hunt and potluck picnic. The guests were begging to get my recipe. Let the flavors infuse overnight for the best taste. -Cheryl...
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Crunchy, colorful coleslaw adds a tangy twist to these wholesome, quick-and-easy wraps. They're equally great for lunch or dinner! Deborah Williams - Peoria, Arizona
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Beef on weck is a thinly roast beef sandwich served on a salted caraway seed roll that's popular in upstate New York.
Author: Leah Maroney
After entertaining, I had leftover Bloody Mary mix. I added chicken broth and veggies to come up with a blockbuster soup. Make it with your favorite mix. -Joanna Johnson, Flower Mound, Texas
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