Living History Farms is a working agricultural museum that celebrates 300 years of farming with exhibits and hands-on experiences in Urbandale, a Des Moines suburb. Some of the displays communicate how...
Author: Midwest Living
Author: Midwest Living
The real sin would be to forget this super-Southern staple. We gave it an update by serving it on top of mini hot dogs.
This make-ahead egg casserole features lasagna noodles, Alfredo sauce and hash brown potatoes, making it great for brunch or a simple dinner.
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While garlic, basil, and pine nuts upgrade the flavor, shrimp ups the heartiness in this comfort food classic.
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Layering thinly sliced potatoes in a casserole dish means the tops get crisp while the bottoms are meltingly tender.
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The national dish of Brazil, feijoada is a delicious stew made from black beans that have been simmered with a ham bone, with chunks of ham, and served over rice.
Author: Susan Williams
A sweet glaze livens up extra-tender chicken, making a mouth-watering dish perfect for cookouts. Try it with grilled fresh pineapple on the side.
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These tasty side-dish potatoes get great flavor from Parmesan cheese, flecks of fresh herbs, and a crumble of crisp bacon. Best of all, they go with anything and require no cleanup.
Author: Midwest Living
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Graham crackers form the base for this bar cookie with layers of marshmallows, brown sugar, almonds and coconut. "I've made these cookies since 1984," says Georgine Simmonds of Genesee, Michigan. "They're...
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Imagine a Waldorf salad, but lighter and more refreshing, with a tangy lemon-thyme vinaigrette. This salad would go beautifully with roast pork or turkey.
Author: Midwest Living
Author: Midwest Living
Chocolate sandwich cookies make an easy crust and crumbled topper for these fun, single-serving cheesecakes.
Author: Midwest Living
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Chickpea Pasta with Spinach and Bacon is a weeknight meal that is quick, easy, delicious and affordable! It's a family favorite that is frugal, too.
Author: Susan Williams
Tammy Post's Iowa State Fair blue-ribbon recipe doesn't skimp on apples, which results in incredibly moist and indulgent bars.
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This beef is so tender you almost can cut it with a fork. Smother it in the mushroom-cream sauce and serve it for a dinner party with special friends.
Author: Midwest Living
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Looking for an easy nacho recipe? This BBQ Triscuit Nachos Recipe from Delish.com is the best.
This orange-accented lemonade drink is just what you need to quench a warm-weather thirst.
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For an appetizer, serve this melange of spices and tiny pickled tomatoes with a sliced baguette.
Author: Deborah Wagman
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Looking for an easy veggie noodles recipe? This Butternut Squash Spaghetti with Sausage and Sage Recipe from WomansDay.com is the best.
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This ham, topped with a sweet-sour Dijon-style mustard, apple juice, and brown-sugar glaze, makes a great holiday entree. It's quick, too. Just 10 minutes to prep!
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This fantastic one-pan dinner is ideal for a Sunday supper or casual fall get-together with friends; the sauce is delicious, so serve with bread or mashed potatoes to soak up every delicious bite.
Author: Midwest Living
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Author: Midwest Living
Serve this light and airy spice cake after a heavy meal. It's drizzled with a sweet, buttery frosting.
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These dessert bars have a top and bottom pastry crust. It's like apple pie in a baking pan!
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Chicken tenders are marinated in Italian dressing, then coated in bread crumbs and grilled. They're served with a side dish of sauteed mushrooms, garlic, and prosciutto.
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The sweet tang of this rosy dressing pairs nicely with nuts, cheese, avocado or grilled chicken breast in a mixed green salad. A full 2 cups of strawberries boost the dressing's vitamin C and fiber, while...
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This crowd-pleaser takes only 15 minutes of prep time. Purchased frozen meatballs and condensed soup make this recipe a snap. Serve with a tossed salad and breadsticks.
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Inspired by British pub fare, this breakast-for-dinner (or brunch!) dish tops buttered toast with bacony stovetop baked beans, tomatoes and a fried egg,
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These tender cinnamon-sugar muffins will satisfy big eaters at breakfast.
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This cheesy casserole is rich and satisfying. Serve it for dinner with corn bread and roasted red potatoes.
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Nutmeg, allspice, ginger, and naturally sugary Vidalia onion and sweet potato mingle to evoke pumpkin pie. The soup (which is served at La Soupe in Cincinnati) is dairy-free, but if you like, swirl in...
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Store leftover aioli in the fridge to spread on sandwiches. It keeps up to 1 week.
Author: Midwest Living
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Baked Cornish game hens with fruited wild rice and a trio of vegetables make a wonderful meal to serve when entertaining.
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Two kinds of potatoes, cream cheese, and smoky peppers make up this special side-dish casserole. Salty bacon tops it off.
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This incredible pasta is the showpiece of the annual anniversary party at The Rieger restaurant in Kansas City, Missouri. Start to finish, it takes 8 hours, mostly hands-off and none of it hard. You'll...
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This tangy, thick, cherry-colored dressing tastes great on most any tossed salads. It's nice on fresh fruit, too.
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