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    Whole Wheat Pasta Bake

    With a casserole this rich and saucy, it’s tempting to skip the crunchy topping and dip a fork straight into...


    Hearty Chicken & Wild Rice Soup

    Garlic and herb cream cheese adds subtle notes of flavor to this creamy, hearty soup. On a chilly day, it's...


    Crispy Asian Chicken Salad

    Asian flavor, crunchy almonds and crispy breaded chicken make this hearty salad something special. —Beth Dauenhauer, Pueblo, Colorado


    Tortellini & Chicken Caesar Salad

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


    Zesty Garlic Green Beans

    These green beans travel so well because they can either be served at room temperature or reheated at the party....


    Couscous Tabbouleh with Fresh Mint & Feta

    Using couscous instead of bulgur for tabbouleh really speeds up the process of making this colorful salad. Other quick-cooking grains,...


    Italian-Style Salisbury Steaks

    This is my husband's favorite. He loves it! If you like, you can top each serving with mozzarella or Parmesan...


    Simple Tomato Soup

    I created this recipe on a bad weather day. My husband, Mic, and my daughter, Liz, ask for this soup...

    Easy Lemon Berry Tartlets

    These fruity, flaky tartlets filled with raspberries and topped with lemon-tinged cream cheese are a sweet ending to any weeknight...


    Ham Steaks with Gruyere, Bacon & Mushrooms

    This meat lover’s breakfast has a big wow factor. The Gruyere, bacon and fresh mushrooms in the topping are an...


    Easy Homemade Chunky Applesauce

    Here's a comforting, home-style treat that never loses its appeal. Dish up big bowlfuls and wait for the smiles! —Marilee...


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    Grilled Lemon-Garlic Salmon

    Many fish for salmon here on the shore of Lake Michigan, so I've developed quite a few recipes for it,...


    Thai Pasta with Spicy Peanut Sauce

    We love how the whole wheat pasta and crisp, raw vegetables blend with the rich and creamy peanut sauce. The...


    Smoked Salmon Cheese Spread

    Pretzels, chips and veggies all taste awesome with this creamy blend of salmon, cheese and herbs. Thanks to a food...


    Waffle Sandwich

    Breakfast for lunch or dinner? Why not, when the recipe's this easy! I like to serve it with some crisp,...


    Turkey Ramen Noodle Salad

    My husband and I make this awesome salad together—he does the chopping. When we bring it to potlucks, we pack...


    Chilled Shrimp Pasta Salad

    This chilled salad, along with a nice cool drink, is all you need on a hot summer day. It also...

    Brussels Sprouts with Bacon & Garlic

    When we have company, these sprouts are my go-to side dish because they look and taste fantastic. Fancy them up...


    Cajun Shrimp Skillet

    There’s plenty of sauce with these shrimp—I always have some bread on the side to soak it up. Make the...


    King Burgers

    My husband and I like to make up recipes together. The sauce for this juicy burger tastes even better when...


    Italian Sausage and Provolone Skewers

    My husband made sausage and veggie kabobs when we didn't have buns to make classic sausage bombers. Grill ‘em up,...


    Best Ever Grilled Cheese Sandwiches

    You can use your imagination to come up with other fillings, such as chives, a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese or...


    Croque-Madame

    My son and I love having a croque-madame (a fried egg atop our grilled ham and cheese) for lunch. If...

    Buttery Lemon Sandwich Cookies

    My grandson approves of these lemony sandwich cookies made with crackers and prepared frosting. Decorate them with whatever sprinkles you'd...


    Sausage & Cannellini Bean Soup

    Here's my reproduction of a dish from a famous Chicago eatery. We think it rivals the original. I usually cook...


    Chipotle BLT Wraps

    BLT sandwiches are so good, but they can make a lot of messy crumbs from the toasted bread. Since we...


    Satisfying Tomato Soup

    After craving tomato soup, I decided to make my own. My sister Joan likes it chunky-style, so she doesn't puree....


    Quicker Chicken and Dumplings

    Ready in just 30 minutes, this homey meal relies on convenience items and timesaving drop-style dumplings. It couldn’t be any...


    Arugula & Brown Rice Salad

    When we have company, arugula with brown rice is always on the menu. It’s my go-to pick for the potluck...