These sandwiches are always welcome at lunchtime around our house. Sweet pineapple and crunchy pecans are nice additions to ordinary chicken salad. -Carol Alexander, Midland, Michigan
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I usually make double batch of this meaty vegetable soup and freeze some in serving-size containers. It makes a nice meal for busy days or unexpected guests. -Emily Chaney, Penobscot, Maine
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Here's what you need: vegetable oil, large flour tortillas, romaine lettuce hearts, tomatoes, red onion, avocados, corn, black beans, olive oil, lime juice, garlic, cumin, red pepper flakes, fresh cilantro,...
Author: Gwenaelle Le Cochennec
My family loves this savory taco pasta salad. Serve taco or corn chips on the side, and you have a complete meal. -Gert Rosenau, Pewaukee, WI
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It's surprising how a few herbs can brighten up tuna salad. Made with reduced-fat mayonnaise, this version gets its zip from mustard. It makes a terrific light lunch or Sunday brunch dish. -Billie Moss,...
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You can't go wrong with this time-tested winner. Here it is pared down for two.-Carma Blosser, Livermore, Colorado
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Unlike some coleslaws that need to be refrigerated awhile to blend flavors, this version can be served right away with mouthwatering results!-Linda Young, Longmont, Colorado
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For even more flavor, mix field greens and crisp, crumbled bacon into this appealing veggie salad. Or whisk a tablespoon of honey into the dressing. Guests will love it! -Laura McAllister, Morganton, North...
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Here's what you need: ground chicken, panko bread crumbs, large egg, grated parmesan cheese, garlic, fresh parsley, kosher salt, pepper, olive oil, white onion, carrot, celery, garlic, chicken stock, bay...
Author: Rie McClenny
The combination of sweet fruit and salty feta cheese makes this salad a winner. -Virginia Dack, Asheville, North Carolina
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I like to serve these when the gang's over for football games-they taste like gyros and the guys love them! You can prepare the meat and sauce ahead of time for added convenience. -Lisa Hockersmith, Bakersfield,...
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This busy-day chili is packed with flavor. We make it ahead and freeze some to eat later. -Marisela Segovia, Miami, Florida
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Bottled salad dressing can perk up pasta and fresh vegetables in this swift salad supreme that costs 43¢ a serving. It's a delicious addition to any meal or picnic. -Wendy Byrd, Salem, Virginia
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Kay Nichols Wellsburg, West Virginia Warm your body and spirit with this comforting chowder. I love sausage and sweet corn, so I put them together, and voila! This is a great soup to serve on a chilly...
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I came up with this chicken avocado wrap while trying to figure out what to make for lunch one day. The recipe is now a favorite at my house. -Shiva Houshidari, Plano, Texas
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For Friday dinners, my mother made coleslaw to go with our fish. It's still a family tradition, and the tangy dressing even works on a tossed salad. -Cynthia McDowell, Banning, California
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I could eat soup for every meal of the day, all year long. I particularly like dill and spinach-they add a brightness to this light and healthy soup. -Robin Haas, Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts
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This is a tasty way to use leftover roast or steak and get a delicious supper on the table in about a half hour. The warm, rich taste of this mushroom soup is sure to please. -Ginger Ellsworth of Caldwell,...
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Spinach, cashews and pasta are mixed with roasted asparagus in this delightful spring salad. The mixture is topped with a light vinaigrette, seasoned with soy sauce and sprinkled with Parmesan cheese....
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Pineapple adds pizzazz to traditional coleslaw, introducing both color and sweetness. A fast side dish, it's sure to be in demand at your next barbecue. -Cheryl Dolan, Innerkip, Ontario
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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
Simple and delicious, this champagne vinaigrette recipe pairs perfectly with mixed greens or a salad of your choice. -Ray Uyeda, Mountain View, California
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A buttery mushroom flavor blends with potatoes, leeks and carrots to make this soup hearty and warming. A big steaming bowl hits the spot on a cold fall day. Waxy red potatoes and all-purpose Yukon Golds...
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This good-for-you dish is full of must-have Southwestern flavors. You can either serve it cold as a side for eight people or warm as an entree for four. The lime vinaigrette brings it all together. -Yvonne...
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Spirits are light at holiday time around Debra Stoner's home--and so are many of the meas she serves. "I make this dessert every year at Christmas," she informs from Carlisle, Pennsylvania. "It's one of...
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A spicy, tangy marinade helps tenderize this flavorful cut of meat that's perfect for tacos.
Author: Rhoda Boone
Fresh seasonings jazz up bulgur in this bright and simple side. Combined with ripe tomatoes and green onions, this scrumptious dish from Millie McDonough of Homeland, California is a winner.
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Here's what you need: cherry tomato, shredded carrot, yellow bell pepper, red onion, asparagus, shrimp, olive oil, chili powder, fresh oregano, salt, pepper, lime juice, mixed greens, lime juice, olive...
Author: Mercedes Sandoval
Just like Grandma's, this pretty gelatin salad has full berry flavor without being too tart. It's perfect for any holiday dinner. -Rosemary Burch, Phoenix, Arizona
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Fresh zucchini gets a shave and a drizzle of lemony goodness in this fab salad. Sprinkle the goat cheese or feta on top and dive in. -Ellie Martin Cliffe, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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This tangy sweet side dish is so tasty, you can add just a pinch of salt or non at all. It's a favorite at picnics and potlucks. For fun, try varying the fruits by substituting apples, cherries or raisins....
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Even my picky daughter loves this one! My yogurt dressing on crunchy veggie salad makes a cool and creamy side dish. -Lynn Cluff, Littlefield, Arizona
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These sandwiches always make a big hit. The cooking in our area of western Pennsylvania represents a "melting pot" of Italian, Polish and Pennsylvania Dutch (German), so there's a variety of good foods...
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I threw some always-available condiments into my slow cooker with a pork roast to create this fantastic pulled pork. It has become a staple sandwich filler for large get-togethers. The flavor of the pork...
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I first tasted this wonderful soup at a friend's house. Now it's my favorite, especially on a cool, crisp night. -Catherine Rowe, Berthoud, Colorado
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This vegetable soup is loaded with garden goodness, from zucchini and green beans to celery and potato, but it's the turmeric that gives it a tasty new twist. It's one of our favorite summer soups!-Edith...
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Chowder is a classic comfort food here in the Northeast, especially during cooler weather. Whenever I make a trip home to Pittsburgh, Mom has this simmering on the stove for me.
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Can't decide whether you want a salad or a sandwich? You'll never have to choose again. With generous ingredients piled club-style high, this is a mouthwatering mashup. We affectionately call it the alpha...
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You'll find this salad makes a nice addition to any brunch buffet. The robust Caesar dressing adds some "zest" to the mild flavors of chicken and vegetables.
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We start many stir-fry meals with this easy egg drop soup, which cooks in just a few minutes. There are many recipe variations, but we like the addition of cornstarch to thicken the soup and give it a...
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This iconic regional dish incorporates soy sauce, evidence of the strong influence of the Japanese and Chinese communities in Peru. The intensely flavored marinade, bright with lime juice and zesty with...
Author: Shelley Wiseman
This spicy soup, featuring shrimp, crabmeat and tomatoes, gets its zip from hot pepper sauce and cayenne pepper. It's easy to prepare and dresses up any meal. Of all the recipes I've borrowed from my mom,...
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When my mother passed away, she left me a legacy of love-her treasured recipe collection, including this old-time favorite. She would serve this flavorful fruit salad in her best crystal bowl. -Audrey...
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Delicious seafood sandwiches are as close as your cupboard using canned crabmeat and shrimp. Arlene Kroll of Vero Beach, Florida adds fresh parsley, lemon juice and Dijon mustard to give these noontime...
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