Cola is the secret ingredient in this delicious slow-cooked beef. Coated with a well-seasoned sauce, the tender meat gets its zip from chili powder and cayenne pepper. -Marie Basinger of Connellsville,...
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Pickle relish and ketchup add a touch of sweetness to this sandwich spread that uses up leftover beef. "I often turn to this recipe after I have made a large roast," says Carolyn Zimmerman of Fairbury,...
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My husband enjoys my version of this dish so much that he doesn't order it at restaurants anymore. With fresh spinach, pasta and seasoned sausage, this fast-to-fix soup is a meal on its own. -Brenda Thomas,...
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Here's what you need: olive oil, chicken breasts, andouille sausage, garlic, jalapeño pepper, white onion, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, green bell pepper, celery, chicken stock, tomato, rice,...
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My family often requests this satisfying soup. I've served it to guests for lunch and as a cold-weather Sunday supper. It's really good with a tossed green salad and a crusty loaf of bread. -Stella Garrett,...
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Our Fourth of July feast wouldn't be complete without this chilled old-fashioned potato salad. It's my grandma's treasured recipe. —Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin
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I traced this hearty soup recipe to my great-grandmother, whose parents were potato farmers in Ireland. My mom served many a bowlful of this soup while I was growing up, and I've done the same for my family.-Pat...
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Guests and family alike praise this soup and always ask for seconds. The nicest thing about it is that any variation of dry beans can be used. - Arlene Hilman, Cawston, British Columbia
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This easy-to-make soup mix is great to keep on hand for those nights you need to whip up a satisfying supper in a hurry. It's a great substitute for canned cream soup in a recipe. Or, add leftover chicken,...
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I love hamburgers and tropical fruit, so it just seemed natural for me to combine them. My family frequently requests this unique Hawaiian pineapple burger recipe. It's a nice change of pace! -Joi McKim-Jones,...
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I stir-fry a combination of sirloin steak, onions and peppers for these hearty wraps. Spreading a little fat-free ranch salad dressing inside the tortillas really jazzes up the taste. -Robyn Cavallaro...
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These hearty sandwiches are served with individual ramekins of well-seasoned beef au jus for dipping. This recipe is a favorite of ours when time is of essence. Guests always rave when I prepare it, too....
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This simple salad makes use of two summer favorites: fresh ripe corn and perfect plum tomatoes.
Author: Katie Morford
This is the dramatic seafood paella that looks stunning, with crustaceans and shellfish. You can vary the quantities of seafood and also use crab, crayfish, or lobster (boil them separately).
Author: Claudia Roden
This creamy honey mustard dressing is a great way to top off a green salad tossed with grapes or grapefruit segments. -Carol Severson, Shelton, Washington
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This gazpacho recipe comes in handy for luncheons in summer since it's so colorful and refreshing. I prepare it a day ahead using garden vegetables. The flavor gets even better as it sits in the refrigerator...
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Making this coleslaw is a good way to use the extra cabbage, carrots and green peppers from your garden. It's also handy for big get-togethers.
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Here's a refreshing take on the classic chilled tomato soup. Our twist features shrimp, lime and plenty of avocado. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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I get rave reviews from family and friends whenever I make this soup, but the biggest compliment was when my son called to ask for the recipe so he could make it for his roommates. -Patti Bogetti, Magnolia,...
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Here's a quick chowder that's been in my family for over 30 years. I make a big pot to take to an annual party at work. It's always a hit. Served with crusty bread and a salad, it's the perfect meal for...
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My husband loves salads, and this flavorful chicken recipe is easy, nutritious and very tasty. Serve it over greens, tucked in a pita or rolled up in a tortilla. -Sara Hobbs, West Tawakoni, Texas
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The presentation of this soup is so pretty...its zippy taste is even better! --Julie Ferron
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Here's a peachy way to begin a lady's luncheon or brunch. This refreshing soup shared by Lane McLoud of Perry, Georgia stars her home state's premier fruit crop. The toasted almonds on top are a nice complement...
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This calzone recipe takes the Italian favorite to the next level with Parmesan and herbs sprinkled on top. -Shannon Roum, Waukesha, Wisconsin
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I put this salad together with vegetables I had left in my garden. My family liked it so well, I started bringing it to community suppers and was often asked for the recipe. It's a refreshing side dish...
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"WE HAD an enormous vegetable garden, so we enjoyed freshly picked cucumbers in summer. After the cucumber were sliced and soaked awhile in salt water. Mother added thick cream, which she carefully scooped...
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This is one of those recipes you always come back to. A flavorful tomato sauce and mildly spiced meatballs make a hearty sandwich filling, or they can be served over pasta. I broil the meatballs first...
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This chicken tortilla soup is as good as (if not better than) any I've had in a restaurant. I get so many compliments when I serve it: you will, too. -Laura Black Johnson, Largo, Florida
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The only thing that beats the comforting flavor of this thick and hearty loaded baked potato soup is possibly the idea that it simmers on its own all day in a slow cooker. -Barbara Bleigh, Colonial Heights,...
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This beautiful and delicious carrot soup is served at The Kinloch Lodge Hotel.
When you need to feed a crowd, consider this beefy favorite loaded with both fresh and frozen veggies. -Sue Straughan, Prattville, Alabama
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I love eating a big bowl of this colorful, fresh-tasting soup on a winter's day. What a great way to warm up! -Ruth Wimmer, Bland, Virginia
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For an extra-spicy kick, double the chili powder in this award-winning chili recipe, but make sure you've got a cool drink close by! -Eugene Jarzab Jr., Phoenix, Arizona
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This unusual slaw recipe from my mother combines all the ingredients, then stores in the freezer. Remember to thaw before serving. - Alice Campbell, Dickinson, North Dakota
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Kids may not want to try a vegetable soup, but once they spoon up a mouthful of this cheesy variety, the flavor will keep them coming back for more. -Muriel Lerdal, Humboldt, Iowa
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This recipe started out as a summer salad with raspberries. I came up with this holiday version when I was putting together the menu for my first Thanksgiving dinner. I sometimes serve it on individual...
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Minced onion and prepared mustard put a flavorful spin on these ham and cheese sandwiches. Simply take a few foil-wrapped favorites from the freezer and warm them in the oven for effortless lunches. -Charlotte...
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"Although I've tried a number of turkey burgers, I always thought they were too dry," says Shirlea Ann Roman of Jamestown, New York. "Cooking the onion first before adding it to the patties makes these...
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This creamy soup is fast, easy and very tasty. Corn really stars in this delectable recipe, and crabmeat makes it a little more special. It will get high marks from both busy cooks and lovers of flavorful...
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It wouldn't be summer if Mom didn't make lots of these creamy cucumbers. Just a few simple ingredients-mayonnaise, sugar, vinegar and salt-dress up slices of this crisp garden vegetable. -Michelle Beran,...
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For an incredible hot sandwich, slowly roast pork in a seasoned citrus marinade, then layer slices of meat with pickles, zippy mustard, ham and cheese. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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Curry, ginger and garlic are the savory seasonings in Thom Armentrout's soup. "I serve it piping hot," he notes from Fredericksburg, Virginia.
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This chowder is like a bacon-topped baked potato in a bowl. On cold winter days, my family is thrilled to see this meal on the table.-Jacque Manning, Burbank, South Dakota
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Got a crowd coming over for a backyard barbecue? This crisp, big-batch Mediterranean salad recipe makes a great accompaniment to any main dish you fix on the grill. -Pat Stevens, Granbury, Texas
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A little grated Parmesan sprinkled on top is a nice addition.
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Now that our six children are grown, they've started sharing recipes with me-and I love it. This tasty way to prepare fresh asparagus -by roasting the spears, then serving them with a Dijon dressing at...
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