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    Southwestern Beef Strips

    7 reviews

    Mexican seasoning is a blend of cumin, chili pepper, onion and garlic. It is found in the spice section of...


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    Onion Pork Tenderloins

    17 reviews

    This recipe came from my mom, and its the easiest "fancy" entree I've found. Sometimes I add sliced fresh mushrooms...


    Brat Sauerkraut Supper

    5 reviews

    Ann Christensen of Mesa, Arizona shares this stick-to-your-ribs German dish that's sure to satisfy even the biggest appetite at your...


    Skillet Beef and Potatoes

    8 reviews

    Sirloin strips with red potatoes and fresh rosemary are seriously amazing and ready in a flash. The key is precooking...


    Southwestern Chicken

    9 reviews

    This simple six-ingredient recipe sent in by Roberta freedman is so tasty, you won't believe it's also good for you....


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    Herbed Slow-Cooker Chicken

    89 reviews

    I use my slow cooker to prepare these well-seasoned chicken breasts that cook up moist and tender. My daughter, who...


    Slow-Cooked Beef Vegetable Soup

    20 reviews

    Convenient frozen veggies and hash browns make this meaty soup a snap to make. Simply brown the ground beef, then...


    Creamy Cauliflower Soup

    4 reviews

    Creamy soups can be soul-warming and so very satisfying. I received this recipe from a friend, and over the years...

    Peach Sorbet

    3 reviews

    "Since moving to an area where fresh peaches are plentiful, I've made this frosty treat frequently," writes Mary Dixson of...


    One-For-All Marinated Beef

    6 reviews

    "I use this great marinade not just for beef, but for everything I grill-from pork chops to chicken," notes Sue...


    Italian Sausage Tortellini Soup

    5 reviews

    “My husband is not a soup-for-dinner kind of guy, but he loves this chunky, stick-to-your-ribs soup,” laughs Nancy Tafoya in...


    Potatoes Romanoff

    1 review

    These tangy potato cubes, topped with cheddar cheese, can be mixed ahead and refrigerated until you're ready to bake them....


    Watermelon Smoothies

    7 reviews

    "This is sooo good in the summer," raves Sandi Pichon of Slidell, Louisiana. The simple summer beverage is a snap...


    Tex-Mex Scramble

    1 review

    This homey mix of eggs, corn tortilla strips, roast beef and other savory ingredients is a favorite dinner for two...


    Microwave Texas Nachos

    1 review

    Ready in minutes these easy nachos are great for a light luncheon or snack, suggests Carl Dahlgren of Fort Worth,...


    Bacon Chicken Alfredo

    19 reviews

    "I had a rich pasta dish similar to this at a restaurant," recalls Dana Simmons of Lancaster, Ohio. " It...


    Butter Bean Veggie Soup

    6 reviews

    I simmer this hearty basil-seasoned soup that's chock-full of five different vegetables. I like to serve big bowls of it...

    Apricot Orange Chicken

    2 reviews

    Lots of lip-smacking apricot flavor makes this sweet chicken stir-fry from Sharon Warner Sunday-special! “It goes together so quickly,“ she...


    Ginger Mushroom Chicken

    “If you love fresh ginger, you’re sure to love this dish,” promises Christina Shape of Swartz Creek, Michigan. “The stir-fry...


    Hearty Stir-Fry Salad

    1 review

    "I tossed together this tasty salad for some business friends a few years ago," explains Michelle Smith from Running Springs,...


    Vegetarian Taco Salad

    1 review

    The cute tortilla bowls that hold this Southwestern salad are a snap to bake int the oven. We use canned...


    Walnut Green Bean Salad

    1 review

    Sauteed green beans, hunks of blue cheese and toasted nuts make this an extremely decadent salad. "I lightened up two...


    Beef Tips

    8 reviews

    “This recipe was given to my mother when I was young, and the entire family loved it,” writes Diane Benskin...

    Chicken Melts

    12 reviews

    Toasty and tasty, these hefty sandwiches boast a touch of sweetness from the raisins and jalapeno jelly. The creamy Havarti...


    Grilled Peppered Steaks

    1 review

    I once wanted a peppered steak for supper, so I tossed some spices together and came up with this recipe....


    Zippy Shrimp Skewers

    5 reviews

    These flavorful skewers deliver a mouthwatering kick with minimal effort. Fix them for your next party and watch them disappear....


    Apple-Herb Club Sandwich

    Sliced apples and a dill spread give this club-style sandwich, prepared by our Test Kitchen, lots of flavor. Filled with...


    Cheesy Hash Brown Casserole

    10 reviews

    Be prepared to make this cheesy hash brown casserole again and again. Creamy and cheesy, it's hard to believe this...


    Sixteen-Bean Soup

    5 reviews

    Count on this pleasingly seasoned, hearty soup to satisfy the whole family. "My husband and kids say brimming bowls of...