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Basil Tomato Salad

This summer side with its fresh tasting tomatoes and basil make it irresistible. Your family will gobble it up.-USA Rice Council, Houston, Texas

Author: Taste of Home

Bacon & Cheese Meatball Sliders

Homemade beef patties and DIY slider buns make these mini burgers the life of any party. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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Hearty Bean Salad

I discovered this salad years ago when I was a teenager in a 4-H club. After I was married, I used the recipe as a base and added different beans and water...

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Summertime Orzo Salad

This salad comes together quickly and combines the flavors of fruit with Asian ingredients. Many friends and family members have commented on this salad's...

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Sloppy Pizza Joes

This recipe freezes well, so you can have a batch of Sloppy Pizza Joes on hand for an impromptu Pizza Joe party. -Charlene Easter, Milan, Illinois

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Tomato and Watermelon Salad

If the idea of tomatoes and watermelon together sounds odd to you, this dish will be a revelation. There is a saying that what grows together goes together,...

Author: Gerald Hirigoyen

Hearty Black Bean Chili

Featuring beans, ground beef and chicken, this chili is perfect for those with big appetites.

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Scrabble Soup

Many games involve letters, so I thought alphabet soup would be ideal to serve at my theme party, which included an evening of playing board games and...

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Chip 'n' Dip Burgers

French onion dip and potato chips top these special hamburgers. They're so delicious, no other toppings are needed!

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Raspberry Grilled Cheese

My favorite appetizer is a raspberry-glazed cheese ball, so I used similar ingredients to dress up a plain grilled cheese sandwich. The quick combination...

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Grilled Vegetable Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing

My Italian-style grilled veggies have a wonderful sweet and sour dressing. Best of all, I pick the fresh veggies and herbs from my garden. -Laura Mast,...

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Hearty Open Faced Sandwiches

With 3 types of meat and two bold sauces, these sandwiches pack a flavorful punch. And since there's no chopping-only stacking-they come together in a...

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Mediterranean Chicken Pasta Salad

Have a few minutes? Create a taste of the Mediterranean with fewer than 8 deliciously easy ingredients.

Author: By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Chunky Veggie Chowder

"We enjoy this colorful chowder year-round," writes Diane Molberg of Emerald Park, Saskatchewan. The light but flavorful soup is chock-full of vegetables...

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Easter Bread Dolls (Pupi or Titola)

Growing up in the Italian region of Istria (now a part of Croatia), Bastianich remembers making these dolls every Easter. "The pinza bread would be made...

Author: Lidia Bastianich

Tex Mex Spinach Salad

I'm new to jicama, a root vegetable that's popular in Mexican and Southwestern cooking. It lends plenty of crunch to this no-fuss salad and blends well...

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Zesty Potato Cheese Soup

"I really like to make potato cheese soup from scratch," says Karen Pigmon of Corning, California. "But one night we were in a hurry, so I added a few...

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European Tossed Salad

Here's a swift salad that Rachel Rosenbaum puts on her Brooklyn, New York dinner table when time is extra tight. The thick sweet dressing easily tops off...

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Terrific Taco Salad

I invented this recipe several years ago. It's quick to make, and uses ingredients I usually have on hand in my pantry or refrigerator.-Jeannie Daubar,...

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Crab Couscous Salad

You can find imitation crab--otherwise referred to as surimi--at the seafood counter of your local supermarket.

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Crispy Crouton Salad

Nothing says "summer" at our house like this unique salad! It's also a great way to use up fresh basil and tomatoes from the garden. I've brought it to...

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French Dip Subs with Beer Dipping Sauce

These savory subs make a family-pleasing meal that comes together in no time. The tender roast beef goes great with the hearty beer dipping sauce and a...

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Jalapeno Avocado Salad

This salad's tangy dressing will have everyone asking for seconds. Guests like it because it's different, and I enjoy it because I can add whatever vegetables...

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Spicy Teriyaki Beef Salad

Cool cucumber and avocado combine with spicy marinated steak to create a fun and tasty balance of flavors your guests will love. If the spice is too much,...

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Manchego Cheese and Garlic Dogs

Author: Andrew Schloss

Green Bean Potato Salad with Herb Dressing

My family enjoys this unique blend so much that they can hardly wait until my green beans and red potatoes are ready to harvest.

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Picnic Salad Skewers

"These make-ahead kabobs are a fun way to serve a chilled salad," says Iola Egle of McCook, Nebraska. A homemade vinaigrette complements the tender potatoes,...

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Salad Sevillana

Author: Beth Sexton Stryker

South of the Border Caprese Salad

Plump heirloom tomatoes highlight this garden-fresh showpiece, drizzled with a sweet-tart dressing and sprinkled with cheese. It's perfect for an outdoor...

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You Ain't Nothin' But A Hound Dogs

Planning a Fabulous '50s party to surprise my sister for her birthday got me humming. Recalling popular songs from the decade gave me the idea for a clever...

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Quick Couscous Salad

"I created this salad one weekend to take to a friend's house, and everybody loved it," notes Debbie Graber of Eureka, Nevada. "It's become a much-requested...

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Indonesian Peanut Chicken Salad

Our former neighbor, a native of Indonesia, made this peanut chicken salad, which she called "sate". My family liked it so much that after she moved away,...

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Raspberry Chicken Sandwiches

"The raspberry barbecue sauce makes my grilled chicken sandwiches special," writes Kelly Thornberry of LaPorte, Indiana. "I also use this sauce on meatballs,...

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Sirloin Caesar Salad

A tangy sauce that combines bottled salad dressing, lemon juice and Dijon mustard flavors this filling main-dish salad. "You save on cleanup time because...

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Poor Boy Loaf

"A zippy spread flavors this hot sandwich loaf," reports Marcia Orlando of Boyertown, Pennsylvania. "Hearty appetites will appreciate this savory, satisfying...

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Fruity Spinach Salad

This is a perfect accompaniment to any meal. A tangy dressing turns strawberries, kiwifruit and blueberries into a delightful change-of-pace salad. Add...

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Open Faced Sandwich Supreme

"My husband and I first sampled this delicious open-faced sandwich at a restaurant," writes Phyllis Smith of Mariposa, California. "It seemed so easy,...

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Bulgur Greek Salad

"I've tried to start eating healthier, and this recipe is wonderful, versatile and the ingredients are easy to find... and to have on hand at all times."...

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Hearty Macaroni Salad

With chicken, ham and tiny shrimp, this recipe makes a hearty warm-weather salad. The dill adds a nice twist. It's great to serve for a luncheon. -Mary...

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