In her Soldier, Iowa kitchen, Bernice Knutson throws together this unique salad that takes advantage of an extra cup of cooked rice. Friends and family are sure to enjoy the cool refreshing combination...
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This dairy-free pumpkin ginger soup is the perfect warming dish to welcome in fall! The slight bite from the jalapeño and Sriracha perfectly balances out the sweetness from the pumpkin. Whip it up this...
Author: Rachel Gaewski
Made creamy with sieved egg yolk, this dressing is also especially delicious when spooned over sliced beets or boiled and cooled asparagus, green beans, or cauliflower.
Author: Cal Peternell, Chez Panisse Restaurant and Café
The chocolate in this recipe threw me off at first, but now it's the only way I make chili. You'll find layers of delicious flavor in this heartwarming dish. It's well worth the time it takes! -Joyce Alm,...
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This recipe combines the ease of canned ingredients with the heartiness of chili. It will fill you up on cold afternoons or make a wonderful last-minute lunch. If you like it spicier, use medium or hot...
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Author: Ruth Cousineau
Here's what you need: sandwich bread, large egg, mayonnaise, provolone cheese, mortadella, ham, capicola, pepperoni, salami, peperoncini, unsalted butter, garlic powder, italian seasoning
Author: Claire Nolan
Alice Jarrell of Dexter, Missouri waited a long time to get this favorite recipe-but it was well worth it. "I had eaten this soup countless times at a small restaurant in our town," she tells. "When the...
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This recipe for potato-cheese pierogi or pierogi ruskie (Polish dumplings) is from chef Marek Widomski of the Culinary Institute in Kraków, Poland.
Author: Barbara Rolek
My bright and hearty soup features an unusual blend of ingredients, including okra, kale and black-eyed peas. No kale on hand? Use spinach instead. -Crystal Jo Bruns, Iliff, Colorado
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Author: Jose Garces
"I created French Onion Burgers one day when I needed to stretch a pound of hamburger," recalls Beth Johnson of Dalton, Ohio. "When we have high school boys help with baling hay, this is one of their favorite...
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Writes Merrijane Rice from Bountiful, Utah, "Inspired by a delicious turkey salad sandwich at a local deli, I developed my own version to suit my family's tastes. Serve this on croissants for an elegant...
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Natalie Cataldo relies on store-bought pesto to provide mild flavor to this chunky tortellini and vegetable soup. "It's a hit in my house," says the Des Moines, Iowa cook. "If you don't like zucchini,...
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Egg-rich Hungarian noodles combined with sautéed cabbage and onions are known as kaposztás tészta in Hungary-this recipe is a popular comfort dish.
Author: Barbara Rolek
Toss the classic combination of ripe tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and fragrant basil with pasta shells for a dinner that comes together in under 30 minutes.
Author: Sue Li
I rely on my tangy vinaigrette when I want a special dressing for guests. With orange marmalade and Dijon mustard, it makes ordinary salad greens taste like a treat.-Rita Heikenfeld, Batavia, Ohio
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I entered the recipe for this hearty soup in a contest sponsored by my hometown newspaper. I won first place and contributed the prize money to the area shelter for women and children.-Beth Jenkins-Horsley,...
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Here's what you need: fresh Atlantic salmon, salt and pepper, extra virgin olive oil, unsalted butter, shallots, garlic, large lemon, caper, italian parsley, rainbow tomatoes, dry white wine, fresh baby...
Author: Sarah Mahilum
Rich egg noodles are combined with the best of the summer harvest in a dish that requires some chopping but very little cooking. Serve it with the simplest salad.
When I turned 40, I decided to live a healthier lifestyle, which included cooking healthier for my family. I make this soup every week, and everyone loves it. It's nutritious, too. -Trina Bigham Fairhaven,...
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This was one of my mother's recipes and I think of her whenever I make it. It's a nice change from a regular cucumber salad.
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An old friend gave me this recipe and it is so heart-warming in the cold, winter months. I think it is even more flavorful the next day and it's best made the day before serving. Leftovers freeze well.-Terri...
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This Caribbean-style pumpkin soup is ideally made with calabaza, but butternut or kabocha squash will work too.
Author: Ramin Ganeshram
A taste of this sandwich whisks you to the Italian countryside. It combines sweet honey, dried figs, tangy goat cheese, nutty Asiago and salty prosciutto. We often pack it in our picnic basket for summer...
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Whatever group you're cooking for, they'll love these flavor-packed sandwiches. The beef is slow-cooked until tender, and the light, tangy barbecue sauce is mouthwatering.-JoLynn Hill, Roosevelt, Utah
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Virginia Lawson CORTEZ, COLORADO By now, your garden is probably filled with ripe veggies! I jazz up this delightful sandwich with a tasty dressing and Muenster cheese.
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This creamy dressing with tofu and cilantro makes a smart choice for topping salads. "I whip it up in no time," Nancy Wherry promises from Chula Vista, California.
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Topped with crumbled feta cheese, the speedy salad features cucumber, red pepper and a lemony homemade dressing, this salad is tossed together quickly.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Greendale, Wisconsin
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A classic Tuscan soup has lots of potatoes, but I make mine the low-carb way with cauliflower. Turns out, it has a heartier flavor. -Heather Bewley, Bemidji, Minnesota
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Author: Maggie Ruggiero
When I moved to the Midwest in 1966, I discovered many ethnic foods that I had never heard of before. One of my friends introduced me to this runza recipe, and it quickly became a popular dish with my...
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A tangy anchovy dressing coats this hearty Caesar salad. It's my version of a delicious dish offered at one of our finer restaurants. My quilting group really enjoys this salad, served with hard rolls...
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Who says a good chili has to simmer all day? This zippy chili- with a touch of sweetness from the baked beans- can be made on the spur of the moment. It's an excellent standby when unexpected guests drop...
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If you aren't familiar with wheat berry, it's a healthy whole-grain that pairs great with most salad ingredients. This recipe is Italian-inspired, topped with tomatoes, basil and fresh feta!
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With lots of beans, chicken and tons of veggies, this quick soup is a filling family-pleaser, and it tastes like it's been cooking all day! Simple and Delicious Test Kitchen
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Ground Beef Vegetable Soup is sure to chase the chill after a day of raking leaves or running errands. A variety of veggies along with ground beef and macaroni make this a hearty main dish. Field editor...
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My family loves this stew, and I'm happy to make it since it's so simple! You can serve with cornbread instead of corn chips to make it an even more filling meal. -Angela Lively, Conroe, Texas
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This recipe is one of my favorite ways to use oranges - they pair nicely with the spinach and other vegetables. It's very easy to make and quite refreshing on a hot summer day. I've taken it many times...
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This taco salad has all the flavors, but it's so much easier to prepare and eat because it's not served in a shell. If you like spicier food, use medium or hot salsa and add another jalapeno. -Tari Ambler,...
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I can eat potato salad like crazy. A little spice is nice, so I use cayenne and paprika in this grilled salad that comes with its own fireworks. -Ashley Armstrong, Kingsland, Georgia
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I use this recipe to add a healthy twist to brown-bag lunches. I'm always in a hurry in the morning, so having a ready-made salad in the freezer is a huge help. -Virginia Powell, Eureka, Kansas
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Delicious, and even better-quick! This buffalo chicken salad is a summer staple at our house. Sometimes we cook the chicken on the grill, then sprinkle the hot sauce over it with the dressing, because...
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This is no ordinary coleslaw! Bursting with flavor from fresh fruit, cilantro and red bell pepper, it just may become your new picnic mainstay. For easier preparation, buy packaged shredded cabbage. If...
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Simple BLT sandwiches are quite amazing, but when you add dill mayonnaise, avocado and brown sugar bacon, they become something spectacular! I used double-thick bacon in this recipe, but you can use thick-cut...
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Here's a delicious way to enjoy garden-fresh cucumbers year-round. I got this recipe from a friend and made good use of it one year after my husband harvested a very large crop. Just defrost...and enjoy...
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• Marcia Orlando jots from Boyertown, Pennsylvania, "With colorful bits of veggies and a mild cheese flavor, Creamy Vegetable Soup hits the spot on a brisk day."
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This hearty soup pairs squash and cream-style corn for pleasant taste. My family says this is their favorite squash recipe, and friends also comment on its wonderful flavor. -Janice Zook, White River Junction,...
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