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Mexican Zucchini Casserole

Use some of your garden bounty to whip up this zesty quiche-like casserole that teams zucchini with cheese, onion, egg and jalapeno pepper. Dolores Kitzinger of Appleton, Wisconsin sent in the recipe....

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Zucchini Mexicali

Try this swift skillet sensation when you're strapped for time. "This vegetable side dish goes with practically any meal," notes Pauletta Bushnell of Lebanon, Oregon. For more south-of-the-border flavor,...

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Black Beans 'n' Rice

"A co-worker who was born in Cuba helped me perfect the recipe for this hearty dish," reports Helen Simms of Lyons, Michigan. "Now it's one of our family's favorites. It's also a great way to use up leftover...

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Orange Rosemary Carrots

Our whole family loves rosemary, and I grow it along with carrots in my garden every year. This is a delicious recipe to use them both together. -Arlene Butler, Ogden, Utah

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Microwave Herbed Green Beans

Rosemary and basil complement green beans, celery and onion in this savory side dish from Ruth Andrewson of Peck, Idaho. "My mother always cooked with fresh herbs from her garden," she writes. "Now I find...

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Sherried Mushroom Baked Potatoes

Each week my husband and I have steak with a potato variation, like these tangy baked spuds. How can you go wrong with mushrooms and sherry? -Charlene Chambers, Ormond Beach, Florida

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Quick Carrots

This recipe is a versatile colorful side dish. The carrots and green onions are a flavorful combination your family is sure to enjoy.-Florence Jacoby, Granite Falls, Minnesota

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Pat's Mushroom Saute

My son-in-law makes the best sauteed mushrooms; and now, so do I! Eat them hot out of the pan; they don't reheat well.

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Stuffed Tomatoes with Spinach and Cheese

If you've never had stuffed tomatoes, you're in for a treat! My stuffed tomatoes recipe is filled with spinach and cheese, but there are so many variations below too.

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Cheese Fondue Mac & Cheese

When my husband was a missionary kid in Switzerland, his mom learned to make cheese fondue. I thought of combining that favorite with one of mine-macaroni and cheese!-Kathy Lee, Elk Rapids, Michigan

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Fruited Rice Pilaf

I'm always trying to get fruit into our menus. I stirred some into plain rice pilaf one night, and it was a hit!-Lucille M. Gendron, Pelham, New Hampshire

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Creamy Squash Casserole

This is so easy to prepare. With squash, carrots and stuffing mix, it's an excellent holiday side dish.-Sue Moore, Columbiana, Ohio

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Curried Rice Mix

Giving containers filled with homemade goodies is my merry habit. This zesty rice side dish is a particular favorite.

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Quick Rosemary Rice

In Minneapolis, Minnesota, Mary Ann Kosmas cooks up this light and lemony rice dish flecked with pretty carrot shreds. "I have an herb garden, so I prepare this with fresh rosemary in summer," she jots....

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Microwave Rice Pilaf

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Balsamic Glazed Brussels Sprouts

My relatives claim to hate Brussels sprouts, which I took as a challenge to come up with a recipe they'd love. When I served this at my Christmas buffet, there wasn't a sprout left in the bowl! -Carol...

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Green Beans Supreme

Here's a nice substitute to plain green bean casserole. The well-seasoned cheese sauce adds extra zip to this familiar dish. -Heather Campbell, Lawrence, Kansas

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Hash Brown Potato Salad

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Olive and Red Pepper Linguine

With 16 grandchildren, I find that someone is always hungry. This is a quick dish to fix when I'm busy. I sometimes serve it along with garlic bread for an easy meatless meal. -Betty Carpenter, Hookstown,...

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Oven Baked Country Fries

Looking for an alternative to french fries? Try these lightly crisp potato wedges. You can have fun with the coating-add some garlic powder, Cajun seasoning of whatever spices your family prefers. -LaDonna...

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Acorn Spiced Squash

When fall comes to Horsham, Pennsylvania, George Mankin likes to prepare this wonderful, cinnamon-and-maple flavored squash recipe. It's so quick and easy in the microwave and also, a good source of vitamins...

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Cracker Dressing

Nicely seasoned Cracker Dressing is a simple alternative to recipes that call for bread crumbs or cubes, suggests Jan Woodruff of Chandler, Arizona.

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Seasoned Potato Fries

"Here's an easy side dish for two that can be made in minutes from scratch. I think these fries rival frozen french fries for flavor," relates Peggy Hinnah of Fulton, Missouri. "We love snacking on these...

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Broccoli Rice Bake

We start thinking about creamy casseroles like this when the seasons start to change. It's warming and comforting, plus getting it ready for the oven takes only minutes.-Naomi Cross, Owenton, Kentucky

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Pierogi Skillet

With sauerkraut, cabbage, onion and egg noodles, this dish has all the flavor of traditional pierogi but without all the work of making the dumplings. Just combine the ingredients in a skillet and let...

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Broccolini with Shallots

Shallots and garlic are a nice complement to the peppery bite of the Broccolini.

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Zucchini Cakes

If you like crab cakes, try this unusual version made from zucchini. "Maryland is famous for its crab cakes, but this recipe can sure fool you," says Pat Tillman of Pylesville, Maryland. They're easy and...

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Never Fail Egg Noodles

Some 30 years ago, the small church I attended held a chicken and noodles fund-raiser supper. I was put in charge of noodles for 200 people! A dear lady shared this recipe and said it had been tried and...

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Contest Winning Curried Rice Salad

Rice is truly one of the world's most versatile foods. Arkansas is the top rice-producing state in the country, so this recipe surely represents our region.

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Easy Spanish Rice

"I came up with this recipe trying to replace a microwave Spanish rice. This quick recipe has fewer calories and less sodium!" Susan LeBrun - Sulphur, Louisiana

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Green Beans with Herbs

A wife and husband who both love to cook, Anne and Jesse Foust of Bluefield, West Virginia share this easy-to-fix side dish. After a taste, you're sure to agree that their recipe takes plain green beans...

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Buttery Brussels Sprouts

Polly Heer of Cabot, Arkansas brings us this special side dish. A hint of wine, while not necessary, boosts the sprouts flavor and gives them that extra little kick.

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Steamed Kale

With this good-for-you steamed kale, it's easy to eat healthy and get out of the kitchen quick. A wonderful accompaniment to most any entree, it is packed with vitamins and is a snap to prepare. I use...

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Spaghetti Squash with Sweet Peppers

"For a dish with harvesttime appeal, you can't go wrong with this veggie medley I created," assures Julie Varilek of Box Elder, South Dakota. "Served with breadsticks, it makes a satisfying main dish or...

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Chipotle Sweet Potatoes

Tired of the same old sweet potato recipe? Try this spicy-sweet side. It's a great way to add this nutritious veggie to your diet any time of year. -Kim Jones, Mount Juliet, Tennessee

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Zucchini Pasta Casserole

MY HUSBAND is the gardener in our family, and I love to create new recipes with the produce. This dish is the result of one of my efforts during an especially bountiful zucchini harvest. -Nettie Gornick...

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Chicken Dumpling Strips

I've shared this recipe with many people, and all agree-it never fails. The light, tender dumplings are cut into strips like wide noodles.

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Sweet Potato & Andouille Hash

When my husband trained for the Senior Olympics, I looked for healthier recipes like these spicy sweet potatoes. Whip up some eggs and serve together. -Marla Clark, Albuquerque, New Mexico

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Sweet Potato Pear Casserole

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Rotkohl (Red Cabbage)

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Walnut Broccoli Bake

A friend shared this recipe with me years ago and it instantly became a family favorite. When I make it for potluck luncheons, there are no leftovers. -Carolyn Bosetti, LaSalle, Ontario

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Spiced Grilled Corn

The wonderful spice mixture doesn't add heat, only great flavor. This just may be the best corn you've ever had! -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

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Winter Root Vegetables

Christmas dinner wouldn't be the same without this colorful side dish. We love the interesting combination of vegetables including red potatoes, brussels sprouts and parsnips covered with a zippy sauce....

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Garlic Mashed Cauliflower

I order cauliflower mash every time we're at our favorite restaurant. Lucky us; one night, I figured out how to make it at home. It was so easy! -Jean Keiser, West Chester, Pennsylvania

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Quick and Easy Yoghurt Flatbreads

These super quick and easy yoghurt flatbreads are made with just three ingredients! These light and fluffy flatbreads are great for serving with dips, curries, soups and stews.

Author: Cassie Heilbron

Green Chile Rice with Vegetables

I turned to a particular dish when I wanted to use peppers I grew in my garden. I promptly rewrote the recipe to include several other fresh veggies and this was the result. It's a perfect side dish for...

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Grilled Corn on the Cob

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Contest Winning Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes

When I prepare these sweet potatoes, I like to serve them with ham. Those two different tastes always team really well. -Miriam Christophel, Battle Creek, Michigan

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Crock Pot Au Gratin Potatoes Recipe

A lovely and creamy side dish of cheesy Au-Gratin potatoes made simple in your slow cooker. These potatoes are great at the holidays or any special occasion. Or just make them when you are craving a cheesy...

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Marinated Green Beans

For many years, I made this dish with asparagus. At Thanksgiving, green beans were all I had, so I used them instead. Everyone enjoyed it. Plus, it doesn't take much time to put together. -Phy Bresse of...

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