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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Give dinner a Thai twist with this recipe from Todd Schaal of Colorado Springs, Colorado. It's a wonderful way to dress up ramen noodles.
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On weekday mornings, I whip up this fun chicken and blueberry combination in minutes to take for lunch. It also works as a nice light salad for a summer supper, and it's a cinch to double it for a shower...
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The heart of a Greek salad recipe is in the olives, feta, cucumbers and tomatoes. Dress it with olive oil and vinegar, then add more olives and cheese. -Arge Salvatori, Little Ferry, New Jersey
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This easy creation combines the flavors of a chili dog in a bowl! I make it when I need a hot, hearty meal in a hurry. It's festive looking and super to serve when everyone's at the house watching football...
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Take off winter's chill with a bowl of steaming, nourishing, veggie-packed soup.
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"Smoked mozarella cheese and golden raisins add to the excellent flavor of the broccoli and chicken in these easy-to-fix calzones," says field Editor Iola Egle from Bella Vista, Arkansas.
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We've nicknamed this crunchy salad "Christmas slaw" because of its pretty mix of red and green vegetables. But it's tasty any time. It's great light lunch when stuffed into a whole wheat pita. -Julie Copenhayer...
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"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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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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These are perfect for quick lunches or a midnight snack. My nurse co-workers always ask me to make them when it's my turn to bring in lunch. -Kourtney Williams, Mechanicsville, Virginia
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Laced with a splash of wine, this hearty soup is packed with garden-fresh nutrition and veggies! Leafy escarole adds color and plenty of vitamin A. You could substitute spinach or kale for the escarole...
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Mom made this zesty and fruity salad often, and it tasted so good paired with her hearty spare ribs. We kids couldn't wait to eat when we saw this salad appear on the table. - Ruth Ann Stelfox, Raymond,...
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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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The meat won't be missed in my version of sloppy joes. It tastes like the classic recipe, but is lower in fat and a great option for vegetarians. -Linda Winter, Oak Harbor, Washington
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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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Canned soups, enchilada sauce and a few other convenience items make this chicken enchilada soup recipe one of my fast-to-fix favorites. Use mild green chiles if they suit your taste, or try a spicier...
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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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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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"I received this recipe 20 years ago and improved upon it," says Nola Rice of Miami, Arizona. "I serve my friends this delightful soup for lunch, usually with a large tomato stuffed with chicken or shrimp...
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"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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This veggie- and bean-packed soup will appease the heartiest of appetites.-Bean Education and Awareness Network, Scottsbluff, Nebraska
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"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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"My family and friends just can't get enough of this quick chicken smothered with mozzarella, green pepper and onion," writes Jimmie Patterson from Reynolds, Georgia. With toasted rolls, the recipe makes...
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These big burgers are almost a meal by themselves. With a delectable cheese and vegetable filling, they'll surely satisfy any crowd. - Loretta Moe, Grafton, North Dakota
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Our home economists enliven an ordinary green salad with a vinaigrette featuring orange juice, ginger and balsamic vinegar.
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I was honored when my fireman son-in-law asked to add this recipe to their firehouse cookbook. You can prepare parts of this turkey soup ahead of time and then assemble when ready. Serve with crispy whole-grain...
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"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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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
For a classic outdoor snack with a handheld twist, these hot dogs will make any camper happy!
Author: Hitomi Aihara
Ginger, turmeric, cinnamon and a little sherry do an incredible job of seasoning this slightly sweet soup. "After I lightened up a recipe from a friend in South Africa," explains Lafayette, Colorado's...
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"Our family loves these tasty shredded beef sandwiches with their mild barbecue flavor," writes Fran Frerichs from Gurley, Nebraska. The recipe makes a lot, so it's a nice choice for parties.
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A tart and tangy dressing turns a basic salad into something special. It works for weeknight dining but is good enough for company and pairs perfectly with just about anything. -Kristin Rimkus, Snohomish,...
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You'd never guess that a rich and creamy clam chowder could be low-fat, but this one is! With lots of potatoes, turkey bacon and seasonings, this slimmed-down version, shared by Linda Tindel of Avondale,...
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These sandwiches are easy to pull together when you need something fun and taste-worthy in a flash. I make them often for occasions like brunches, church youth meetings and impromptu family gatherings....
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This recipe proves you don't have to make a big batch in order to enjoy home-style soup. It's the perfect way to warm up on chilly nights...just add your favorite fresh-baked biscuits or rolls.-Nancy Mosher,...
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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
Here's what you need: russet potatoes, shredded chicken, ranch dressing, bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, scallion
Author: Alix Traeger
The hamburger entree came from my mother, who is a real down-to-center country cook. Because it calls for a can of soup, there's no fussing. The filling can also double as a flavorful baked potato topping.-Leann...
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"A friend gave me this recipe using wheat, which I replaced with barley," notes Marv Salter of West Hills, California. The barley makes this dish a hearty meal for a chilly day.
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This nice creamy soup really hits the spot...whether you serve it by itself, with sandwiches or as a first course. My family enjoys it often here on our acre in the country.
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This hearty main-dish salad, sent in by Iola Egle of Bella Vista, Arizona, makes a great cool-weather entree. It's colorful, delicious and filled with the kind of heat that's great after a chilly football...
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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
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This comfort-food recipe for Jewish kasha varnishkes is a traditional one that features onions mixed with bowtie pasta and cooked buckwheat groats.
Author: Barbara Rolek
Summer's delight, this sandwich is stacked high with chicken, bacon and fresh garden goodness!
Author: By Betty Crocker Kitchens