Lunch

 I tasted this tangy blue cheese dressing for the first time at a friend's house. She gave me the recipe,...

When I think of my favorite meals from childhood, this salad comes to mind. Nothing beats garden lettuce wilted with...

These little sandwiches with zingy toppings are super simple to pull together. This classic version originated in a deli in...

You can take the frozen bread dough out in the morning and then finish the meat-filled loaf after work....

This hearty salad can serve as a main course or side dish. The creamy Italian dressing and marinated artichoke hearts...

I like this recipe since I can prepare it in advance when entertaining. Even people who don't care for cranberries...

This is a light, colorful and tasty salad. Fortunately, it travels well because it's an expected dish at my family...

Loaded with fabulous flavor, this hearty salad comes together in no time. Chop the tomatoes and celery and cube the...

A flavorful homemade dressing sparks fresh greens that are tossed with colorful oranges and green onions and sprinkled with toasted...

While living in California, I enjoyed a delicious chicken-lemon soup at a local restaurant. When I returned to Texas, I...

I came up with this recipe for one of my daughters who loves peanut butter and pork! The result has...

Because of its rich spicy flavor, this soup has been a favorite in our home for years. I think you'll...

Kids of all ages will love the caramel apple taste of this easy-to-prepare dish. "This salad could arguably be used...

I’ve won three chili cook-offs with this recipe. Everyone loves it, and they’re always amazed when I reveal the secret...

I developed this recipe as a way to get more nutritious vegetables into our diet. Be sure to finely chop...

"Since I love potatoes and my husband and I both enjoy the flavor of tacos, this fun dish is a...

My mother came up with this lovely salad when she lived in Anchorage, Alaska, and I modified it to make...

This classic open-faced sandwich created at the Brown Hotel in Louisville is easy to do with deli or leftover turkey,...

My daughter gave me the recipe for this hearty, zippy salad. I've used it many times and received compliments. When...

I found this recipe years ago. It makes a nice side dish with dinner, but I often serve it as...

This gazpacho recipe comes in handy for luncheons in summer since it's so colorful and refreshing. I prepare it a...

My family loved this pasta salad right from the start, so these days I serve it a lot. When grilling...

This creamy comforting chowder is thick with potatoes, carrots, green beans and corn. My mother served it on chilly evenings...

Lentil lovers will enjoy a big batch of this satisfying soup. Just pop it in the slow cooker after lunch,...

It takes no time to toss together the corn, lettuce and red peppers in my Corny Lettuce Salad. People love...

I'm often asked to create "different" recipes for parties. This corn salad, cooked up for a barbecue, was an instant...

This sweet crunchy combination marinates overnight, so it's handy to make ahead of time. "It's often served at barbecues and...

Served with seasonal fruit, this citrusy dressing makes a refreshing side dish or dessert for your next ladies' luncheon or...

I work full-time outside of the home, so I relish recipes like this that can be prepared in a flash.