Meet the Cook: One reason I particularly like this recipe is that it's so versatile. I've served the salad with poultry, ham and pork all throughout the...
"I always like to try new and different things," says Terri Day of Rochester, Washington. "So I added a package of leek soup mix to my potato soup, and...
My friend Caroline Gray and I came up with this delicious slow-cooked chicken chili. It's unusual because it calls for Alfredo sauce. -Cindi Mitchell,...
"My sister and I made this wonderfully light chicken salad for our sister-in-law's bridal shower," says Nan Janecke of Kalamazoo, Michigan. "It's easy...
I love eggplant! These savory, filling sandwiches give the vegetable new meaning. One bite, and you're hooked. Even my grandchildren love them. -Paula...
This hearty beef noodle soup, a meal in itself served with warm rolls, became a staple in our diet because it requires ingredients I could easily find....
This hearty chowder is one of our favorite vegetarian dishes. Loaded with beans, noodles and bright herbs, it's so comforting on a chilly day. -Vivian...
These deep dish pizzas are the perfect little bites! They bake up in just a few minutes, and are totally customizable. We feature Chicago Deep Dish, Caprese,...
I'm a vegetarian, and this is a tasty, quick and healthy lunch I could eat for every meal. At my house, we call these sandwiches HATS: hummus, avocado,...
Onigiri is a quintessential Japanese food: made by moms for breakfast, lunch boxes, and picnics. It is the ideal handheld food (the nori wrapper keeps...
This simple salad relies on packaged salad greens that get flavor and crunch from toasted nuts. Preparation of the tasty vinaigrette is streamlined by...
Here's an easy and fast side dish that we often serve when my husband grills steak. It's delicious with almost any entree, and it's ready in minutes! -Anna...
Because it can be made ahead, a gelatin salad like this one, brimming with fruit and nuts, is so convenient. This salad (another old standby from the cooking...
Melty cheese, ham and apricot preserves offer a special change of pace from the classic grilled cheese. These quick, crispy sandwiches remind me of baked...
Looking for a different way to serve a bounty of zucchini? Try this soup sent in by Germaine Stank of Pound, Wisconsin. A food processor hurries along...
This recipe from my sister-in-law is especially good when entertaining for New Year's and football games. No one walks away hungry after eating one of...
"Years ago, my mom converted a stuffed pepper recipe into this easy pita sandwich that calls for leftover rice," relates Becky Floyd of Riverside, California....
We pile our favorite gyro fixin's into nutritious quinoa bowls. Our local gyro guy has a cool but spicy sauce that transforms his sandwiches. It's a must...
MY BEST recipes are from friends and family. This one came from my aunt - I learned to cook by watching and helping her. I have so many family favorites...
Myrna Sisel of Green Bay, Wisconsin makes the most of her turkey by simmering the carcass to create this soup that's warm and comforting on a cold winter's...
From Highland, Utah, Micki Sannar writes, "This vegetarian delight is not only healthy, it tastes great, too. Any way you slice it, this is one refreshing,...
This is a hearty grilled sandwich with a distinctive and delicious combination of ingredients. The pickle slices add a bit of fun, and the barbecue sauce...
This salad is easy, sweet, spicy, nutty and light. Many friends request this for get-togethers, and our family enjoys it at least once a month for dinner....
I jazzed up the quintessential teatime cucumber sandwich to suit my family's tastes. This was my absolute go-to sandwich last summer when I was pregnant....
Instead of the usual picnic fare, I surprised family and guests with this mild-flavored dish one Independence Day. They were delighted with the blue tortilla...
My youngest daughter recently learned she has to avoid gluten, dairy and eggs, which gave me a new challenge in the kitchen. I put this quinoa salad together...
Don't let the much-touted health benefits of this fluffy grain put you off-it also happens to be absolutely delicious. The light, lemony taste of this...
I RECEIVED this recipe from a friend a long time ago, and it's been a family favorite ever since. The tartness of the slaw and the sweetness of the fruit...
I always double this recipe whenever I prepare it, since we love leftovers. This is the easiest soup I've ever made. Even young children can really dig...
The slightly sweet flavor of this salad's dressing is a great contrast to the rich bacon. You can substitute cauliflower for the broccoli if you prefer....
Change up your traditional chicken soup by adding delicious white kidney beans. It is also a great way to use up cooked chicken. -Rosemary Goetz, Hudson,...
An easy Duck Prosciutto recipe. Use Moulard duck breasts, Once cured, slice them very thinly and serve with a salad or garnish with tart blueberry preserves,...
Here's what you need: baby back ribs, paprika, pepper, brown sugar, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, chili powder, barbecue sauce, honey, bread,...
I came up with this recipe as a way to combine the unbeatable taste of hamburgers and onion. It's easy to keep the ingredients on hand for these juicy...
This sweet crunchy combination marinates overnight, so it's handy to make ahead of time. "It's often served at barbecues and picnics," notes Frances Campbell...
I love pumpkin and my husband loves chili, so I combined them into a recipe we could both be happy about. It's also become a big hit with the rest of my...
My refreshing side salad is such a nice addition to our calorie-loaded Thanksgiving dinner. Use regular oranges if you can't find blood oranges. Finely...