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    Blackberry Shrub

    Making a shrub recipe is a creative way to use up extra fruit all the way through Labor Day. We...


    Bratwurst Soup

    I came up with this recipe one day when I had some leftover bratwurst. It has been a favorite of...


    Grilled Garlic Naan

    Indian food is my all-time favorite, and no meal is complete without some naan. I like to brush grilled or...


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    Mexican Street Corn Bake

    Mexican street corn casserole is easy to make and bursting with fresh flavor and spicy notes.


    Spicy Sausage Fettuccine

    I once accidentally bought hot Italian sausage, but still wanted to find a way to use it. I tossed it...


    Lisa’s All-Day Sugar & Salt Pork Roast

    My family loves this tender and juicy roast, so we eat it a lot. The sweet and salty crust is...


    Cheesy Chicken Wafflewiches

    I've had lots of fun experimenting with my new waffle maker. I decided to use shredded meat, cheese and vegetables...


    Festive Rice

    My mom and I transformed plain rice by adding feta, cranberries, pumpkin seeds and cayenne. We wound up with a...

    Apple Maple Pecan Salad

    A well-made salad has good taste and pleasing crunch. This one with cabbage, apples and pecans gets high marks in...


    Slow-Cooker Peach BBQ Ribs

    For eat-the-whole-rack ribs, start with a rub of chili powder, cumin, paprika and cayenne. Then slather on sweet peachy sauce....


    Epiphany Ham

    I wanted to cook a ham but didn't have the ingredients for my usual glaze recipe, so I made substitutions....


    Brussels Sprouts & Quinoa Salad

    With Brussels sprouts for the green and cranberries for the red, I make a cheery Christmastime salad. Refreshing and versatile,...


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    Chocolate Chip Bread

    Sweet, tender and perfectly moist, this chocolate chip bread is perfect for a quick and easy breakfast. Slather it with...


    Roasted Herbed Squash with Goat Cheese

    Cooking is a hobby I'm so happy to share with my toddler. She (and all our Christmas Eve party guests)...


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    Caliente Christmas Cheese Crisps

    To fire up the crowd, I pack these homemade crackers with bacon, pumpkin seeds and French-fried onion rings. Dunk them...


    Teriyaki Beef Marinade

    When I grill steak, the gingery, garlicky marinade fills the air with delicious smells and sizzling sounds. —Jeri Dobrowski, Beach,...


    Watermelon-Lime Cooler

    When temps heat up, chill some glasses and cool down with a slushy blend of watermelon, lime and ginger ale....

    Strawberry-Basil Refresher

    Fresh strawberries and basil are everywhere, so get them together for a cooler that’s pure sunshine. I garnish with basil...


    Rawhide’s Whiskey Cake

    For several years, our neighbor gave us a moist, whiskey-flavored cake. I’ve tweaked the recipe, and now my friends want...


    Pickled Rainbow Chard

    Pickling adds pop to fresh foods, especially Swiss chard stems. In this easy fridge method, sweet meets tart and it...


    Garden-Fresh Rainbow Chard

    Chard, a member of the beet family, is prized for its green leaves and colorful stalks. Stir up these good-for-you...


    Apple Cider Pulled Pork

    For potlucks and tailgates, we slow-cook pork with cider, onions and spices. These tangy sliders make a winning barbecue plate...


    Sausage Pinwheels

    Filled with sausage, sweet pepper and cream cheese, these sausage pinwheels are excellent for unexpected visitors, a cocktail party or...

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    Slow-Cooker Cheddar Bacon Beer Dip

    My tangy, smoky dip won the top prize in our office party recipe contest. Other beers can work for this,...


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    Bourbon Bacon Jam

    This bourbon bacon jam showcases an irresistible blend of smoky, sweet and rich flavors. It’s a versatile condiment you can...


    Three-Cheese Pepperoncini Spread

    Our big family loves to celebrate with food. Here’s my take on a cheesy Greek spread known as Kopanisti. We...


    Roasted Brussels Sprouts & 3-Cheese Crostini

    Brussels sprouts for a snack? Oh, yes. Combine these roasted goodies with cheese for the ultimate toast topper. —Athena Russell,...


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    Sweet Potato Bowl

    This sweet potato bowl provides you a hearty plant-based meal option that you can readily whip up in 30 minutes.


    Spiced Apple Oatmeal

    These easy apple-y oats let your family have a warm and cozy breakfast no matter how busy you are. —Teri...