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    Minted Rice with Garbanzo Curry

    10 reviews

    Fluffy flavored rice and tender beans in a well-seasoned, aromatic sauce make this easy, meatless main dish a fitting introduction...


    Millionaire Candy

    2 reviews

    Of the 35 kinds of candy I make each Christmas, millionaire candy is by far the favorite of family and...


    Bread Machine Whole Wheat Bread

    4 reviews

    "I tweaked an old recipe to create this bread by changing ingredient amounts, adding ingredients and incorporating whole wheat flour...


    Poached Salmon with Dill Sauce

    1 review

    Add salmon, know for its omega-3 fatty acids, to your dinner rotation. This tender poached salmon gets extra flavor from...


    Sweet Braided Loaves

    6 reviews

    “This recipe was handed down from my grandmother. I make it for my family every year for Easter morning.”
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    Mediterranean Mahi Mahi

    5 reviews

    I created this entree years ago when a friend gave me some fresh-caught mahi mahi. Shortly after, I entered the...


    Oodles of Noodles

    3 reviews

    My mom made the most delicious noodles using our own farm-fresh eggs. She rolled out the dough paper-thin on our...


    Three-Meat Stuffed Banana Peppers

    5 reviews

    The combination of meats gives these stuffed peppers their distinctively different flavor. Because they freeze so well, we can enjoy...

    Creamy Sausage Risotto

    2 reviews

    I have fond memories of standing at the stove cooking this hearty Italian rice dish with my Nona. I’ve altered...


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    Veal Shanks

    1 review

    My family has come to expect these tender veal shanks for every special occasion we celebrate. Risotto and a green...


    Holiday Creamed Spinach

    2 reviews

    My mother made a variety of spinach dishes when I was growing up. This rich, delicious creamed version is the...


    Chocolate Angel Food Candy

    4 reviews

    Also called fairy food or sponge candy, this candy is crunchy, honeycombed, chocolate-covered and irresistible. You might want to hide...


    Cranberry-Orange Roasted Turkey

    8 reviews

    You'll have an elegant centerpiece to your meal with this tender, juicy turkey. The cranberry makes it so good. It...


    Italian Baked Chicken Breasts

    11 reviews

    This flavorful baked chicken is tender and juicy. It's perfect served with green beans, Italian bread and your favorite side...


    Arancini di Riso

    1 review

    In Italy, arancini balls are often served as a side dish, like bread. Our arancini recipe features a ground beef...


    Saucy Beef Patties

    14 reviews

    Our taste panel loved the flavor of these saucy patties. Said one: “They're sure to be a family favorite!” A...


    Flounder with Shrimp Stuffing

    12 reviews

    The delicious shrimp-herb stuffing makes this fish recipe special enough for company. But it really isn’t hard to make, and...

    Crumb-Coated Cube Steaks

    8 reviews

    “I always buy steaks like this that are already cubed and tenderized at the meat counter. Fresh tomato slices, mashed...


    Chicken Taco Burgers

    6 reviews

    This moist chicken burger offers a kick of southwest flavor. Top with avocado, jalapeno, salsa and cheese. Ole!
    Maria...


    Wilted Spinach Salad with Butternut Squash

    3 reviews

    Make quick work of peeling butternut squash. First, prick it with a fork and give it 45 seconds in the...


    Cranberry Ricotta Gnocchi with Brown Butter Sauce

    5 reviews

    To make light and airy gnocchi, work quickly and handle the dough as little as possible. You'll be pleased with...


    Mushroom Fried Rice

    3 reviews

    After moving, I couldn't find a Chinese restaurant that met my tastes. So, I decided to create my own Chinese...


    Watermelon Margaritas

    Summer’s best flavors get frosty in the cocktail we serve at all our backyard shindigs. We mix sun-ripened watermelon and...

    Leftover Turkey Croquettes

    3 reviews

    I grew up with a family that looked forward to leftovers, especially on the day after Thanksgiving. But we didn’t...


    Baked Coconut Shrimp & Apricot Sauce

    10 reviews

    Panko crumbs give this spicy baked coconut shrimp its crunch. It’s great for an appetizer or for your main meal....


    Cherry-Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies

    12 reviews

    My kids love making these home-style cookies. They're so wonderful when warm. —Jaye Beeler, Grand Rapids, Michigan


    Coconut Dream Cupcakes

    3 reviews

    My daughter, Elizabeth, came up with this incredible recipe. The cream cheese in the middle is a fun surprise when...


    Creamy Pumpkin Tortellini

    2 reviews

    My kids love the creamy, rich sauce on these tortellinis so much that they don't even realize there's pumpkin inside....


    Lemon & Rosemary Butter Cookies

    3 reviews

    Cooling lemon and aromatic rosemary make these butter cookies stand out at the holidays. I use them to punch up...