My sour cream and basil dressing has fancy bistro flavor. We serve it with salad; it's also a tasty addition to baked potatoes, bread salads and veggies. -Deborah Comeaux, Pocomoke City, Maryland
Author: Taste of Home
The company I work for has an annual chili cook-off, and this unusual recipe of mine was a winner. I combined two chili recipes and then added a few extra touches of my own. -Carolyn Etzler, Thurmont,...
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When I took this coleslaw to a church function, I came home with an empty bowl! You can easily double the recipe for a larger group. It's not your typical slaw-with chopped dill pickles and a sweet-tart...
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A friend brought me this soup when I was sick. It tastes like it simmered for hours, but basic ingredients make it a snap to prepare. -Pat Maruca, Philippi, West Virginia
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When my children requested more vegetarian dishes, this chunky stew became a favorite. Red wine vinegar perks up the flavor and carrots add color. We like to ladle helpings over cooked rice. -Alice McEachern...
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Everyone loves this soup's taste, but no one guesses that pears are the secret ingredient. -Connie Summers, Augusta, Michigan
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Ruth Bianchi from Apple Valley, Minnesota notes, "The recipe for this delicious, colorful salad has been in my family for years. My mother used to bring it to many different functions, and I'm carrying...
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Looking for a classic seafood dinner? Then check out this cheesy tuna sandwich perfect for any get-together.
Author: Betty Crocker Kitchens
In this soul-satisfying Thai-inspired dish, delicate rice noodles are combined with gingery spiced beef.
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I found this recipe many years a go in a church cookbook. It's special enough for a fancy dinner but easy enough to fix for a light lunch. There's a kick to the tangy citrus dressing, which even my picky...
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Korean hot-pepper paste gives this Asian-inspired dish not only heat but also full, deep flavor. Rich with umami, edamame and buckwheat noodles satisfy even the heartiest appetites.
Author: Maggie Ruggiero
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Drizzled with a tangy dressing, this appealing salad makes a colorful and tasty alternative to the usual tossed salad. Plus, you can assemble it in minutes. -Jodi Grable, Springfield, Missouri
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This recipe is my grandmother's. Originally, Gram even made the tomato juice in it from scratch! Gram had this soup cooking on the stove every time I visited her. She enjoyed making this tomato soup and...
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I grow onions, garlic and herbs, so that's what I use in these saucy sandwiches. Make patties or form the ground beef into meatballs instead. -Alysha Braun, St. Catharines, Ontario
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The slightly sweet but mostly textural wrapper of the rice roll is the canvas for the sweetness of the shrimp.
Author: Wilson Tang
With four simple ingredients, this salad comes together in a flash and makes a sophisticated side with an arugula taste.-Lisa Speer, Palm Beach, Florida
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Chipotle peppers turn up the heat on a colorful rice dish brimming with black beans. It can be served hot or cold.-Rose Rodwell, Bergen, New York
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This creamy, cheesy broccoli soup tastes just like the one served at Panera Bread! My family requests it all the time. You can even make your own homemade bread bowls with the recipe on my blog, Yammie's...
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Two hands (and napkins) required here. That's what it takes to get a hold of this beefy BBQ brisket and coleslaw-filled sandwich dripping with sauce.
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This refreshing gelatin mold is delicious and always a big hit! For a patriotic buffet, I add a scoop of frozen whipped topping, then place a fancy-cut strawberry and a sprinkling of blueberries for festive,...
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People can't resist digging into a salad made with colorful summer fruits. The unique dressing is what makes this salad a crowd-pleaser. I get compliments whenever I serve it, especially when I put it...
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This tangy sandwich filling is so easy to prepare in the slow cooker, and it goes over well at gatherings large and small. I frequently take it to potlucks, and I'm always asked for my secret ingredient....
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This colorful entree combines popular taco ingredients-minus the ground beef. And you won't miss the meat at all! I top each serving with a creamy guacamole dressing, crunchy corn chips and cheese. -Kimberly...
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Try this seafood spin on an easy quesadilla with flavorful shrimp. Combined with bell pepper, onion, spices, and cheese, it's a delicious dish.
Author: Morgan Baker
Make up this quick and easy authentic Gallo Pinto recipe in just 30 minutes! Serve these Costa Rican rice and beans for a fabulous vegetarian dinner.
Author: London Brazil
My son and I love having a croque-madame (a fried egg atop our grilled ham and cheese) for lunch. If eggs aren't your favorite, you can make the sandwich without it (which makes it a croque-monsieur)....
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This recipe was Mom's scrumptious scheme to get her kids to eat vegetables. She never had any trouble when she served this colorful crunchy salad. Mom thought this salad was a real bonus for the cook since...
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This hearty salad was created when I needed to clear out some leftovers from the fridge-and it became an instant hit! The grilled peaches are the ultimate "tastes like summer" salad booster. -Lauren Wyler,...
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"I layer this pretty, delicious soup mix in glass jars to give as gifts," relates Wendy Taylor of Mason City, Iowa.
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Combining the coolness of a salad and the zesty seasonings of pizza, this salad is perfect for a summer get together. Megan Moore, Memphis, Tennessee
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Stress free sandwich ready in just 5 minutes! Hearty tuna recipe perfect for dinner.
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This medley of strawberries, melon and pineapple gets its rich sweet taste from a creamy banana dressing. "Drizzle the dressing over any fresh fruit for an eye-appealing salad that's perfect for breakfast...
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Sliced plum tomatoes and red onion are tossed with a homemade vinaigrette to create this summery salad. Fresh basil adds the flavorful finishing touch. -Ann Sobotka of Glendale, Arizona
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This chili, usually served over spaghetti pasta, is quite different from the more common Southwest-style spice profile.
Author: John Mitzewich
Take a break from pasta and potato salads with this easy-to-assemble medley from Jan Roat. "Peas are one of my favorite vegetables," she writes from Grass Range, Montana. "They complement nearly every...
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Mexican crema and Monterey Jack are blended here to create an almost impossibly creamy quiche. The strips of roasted poblano chile floating on top of the custard make for a beautiful savory pie, great...
Pasta shells, tuna and veggies make this a satisfying lunch salad or even a light supper. It's convenient to prepare ahead of time and store in the refrigerator.-Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin
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We grow our own strawberries, so our table usually features an abundance of this fruit. We gather other favorite fruits at the store and blend them with our berries for a refreshing, colorful breakfast...
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