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    Vegetarian Spaghetti Sauce

    "I turned to soy crumbles when I was trying to reduce the fat and carbs from traditional marinara," explains Green...


    Creamed Broccoli and Cauliflower

    You can change the cheese in this recipe to suit your tastes. I use whatever I have on hand. Cheddar...


    Asian Salmon Medallions

    For a special occasion or fancy weeknight supper, try these pretty salmon rounds from our Test Kitchen. Stuffed with a...


    Pork Tenderloin with Mango Relish

    Colorful mango relish is a refreshing counterpoint to the “heat” in the meat rub I use to pep up a...


    Black Bean Bulgur Salad

    2 reviews

    The only cooking in this easy bulgur salad is heating the broth and bulgur. You can adapt the recipe to...


    Caramelized Pineapple Sundaes

    Whenever we get a craving for a tropical escape, this super simple recipe whisks us away in no time. Vanilla's...


    Blue Cheese and Bacon Stuffed Mushrooms

    15 reviews

    A rich, warm and cheesy recipe for classic stuffed mushrooms, this attractive appetizer is perfect for your next dinner party...


    Tuscan Grapes and Sausages

    1 review

    This recipe is one of my go-tos when entertaining. It's simple, elegant and you can entertain your guests instead of...

    Lemon-Sesame Green Beans

    There’s a kabob shop in Charlottesville, Virginia, called Sticks, and it has wonderful sides, including sesame beans. I love them...


    Winter Fruit with Prosecco Sabayon

    1 review

    This recipe is special to me because it allows me to treat my dinner guests to a special, unusual dessert....


    Turkey Bolognese Polenta Nests

    1 review

    This delicious appetizer combines two of my favorite foods, polenta and bolognese meat sauce, uniting them into one incredibly tasty...


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    Classic Irish Soda Bread

    53 reviews

    This traditional Irish soda bread can be made with an assortment of mix-ins such as dried fruit and nuts, but...


    Frankensushi

    When I think Frankenstein's monster I think Halloween. Give this guy a try this year they are the cutest! These...


    Portobello Mushroom and Cream Cheese Taquitos

    This party appetizer was inspired by a dish I saw on an episode of Top Chef. I simplified...


    Chocolate-Covered Cheese with Black Sea Salt

    1 review

    Every time I make these for guests or for a cooking demo about real food made simply, people rave about...


    Grain-Free Apple Pie Granola

    1 review

    Because of food allergies, I’ve learned to swap ingredients. There are no grains in this granola but loads of nuts...


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    Spinach Pizza

    13 reviews

    This tasty pizza is so easy to prepare. My family, including my young daughter, loves it. What an easy way...

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    Mango Lassi

    1 review

    Learn how to make mango lassi, the perfect summer drink any mango lover will love. Mango lassi is a sweet...


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    Lemon Bread

    93 reviews

    I often bake this sunshiny-sweet lemon bread when company's due. It has a loaf-like texture. —Kathy Scott, Lingle, Wyoming


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    Contest-Winning Hearty Hamburger Soup

    82 reviews

    At family get-togethers, our children always request this spirit-warming ground beef soup along with a fresh loaf of homemade bread...


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    Classic Ratatouille

    This rich and flavorful ratatouille is the perfect salute to the harvest. Hearty and full of veggies, it fills the...


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    Homemade Chicken Broth

    13 reviews

    Wondering how to make chicken broth at home? Learn here! Rich in chicken flavor, this traditional broth is lightly seasoned...


    Classic Chili

    13 reviews

    We think this recipe from Marjorie Carey from Alamosa, Colorado, tastes just like Wendy's chili! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

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    Sour Cream Cookies

    11 reviews

    The unique frosting on these cookies combines butter and confectioners' sugar for a rich flavor. —Tracy Betzler, Reston, Virginia


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    Artichoke Chicken

    33 reviews

    Rosemary, mushrooms and artichokes combine to give this chicken a wonderful, savory flavor. I've served this healthy canned...


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    True Belgian Waffles

    346 reviews

    It was during a visit to my husband's relatives in Europe that I was given this Belgian waffle recipe. These...


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    Candy Bar Apple Salad

    61 reviews

    This creamy, sweet salad with crisp apple crunch is a real people-pleaser. It makes a lot, which is good, because...


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    Butter Cookies

    10 reviews

    This great butter cookie recipe is a favorite of my nephews, who love the creamy frosting. —Ruth Griggs, South Hill,...


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    Skillet Hasselback Sweet Potatoes

    2 reviews

    Treat your sweet-salty tooth! Sweet potatoes dressed with buttery, herby, garlicky goodness make for a stunning, delicious side dish. —Lauren...