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    Shrimp in Mango Chili Sauce

    On-hand ingredients make a tasty shrimp entree in a matter of minutes! Try the shrimp over waffles or rice for...


    Rosemary Beets

    For a simple side dish, I use a slow cooker and let the beets mellow with rosemary and thyme. —Nancy...


    Green Beans in Red Pepper Sauce

    For easy veggies, I make a simple sauce of sweet red peppers, almonds and parsley. We also like this sauce...


    Weeknight Pasta Squiggles

    This zesty pasta dish is ideal for busy weeknights. It contains just a few ingredients, is easy to prep, and...


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    Paprika Pork

    A classic Hungarian dish, paprika pork is served over buttery egg noodles or rice for a hearty, homemade dish that...


    Roasted Sweet Potato & Chickpea Pitas

    Here's a hearty take on Mediterranean food, this time with sweet potatoes tucked inside. These unique pockets are delicious for...


    Crispy Tofu with Black Pepper Sauce

    Sometimes tofu can be boring and tasteless, but not in this recipe! Here, the crispy vegetarian bean curd is so...


    Cheddar Bean Burritos

    My family goes meatless several nights a week, and this recipe is one of our favorites. I usually puree a...

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    Shrimp and Scallop Pasta

    For a five-star dining experience at home, try this elegant and impressive shrimp and scallop pasta with white wine sauce.


    Minty Pineapple Rum

    This delicious drink is a fabulous way to use fresh mint and celebrate summer. If the pineapple isn't overly ripe,...


    Cilantro Ginger Carrots

    Peppery-sweet ginger and cooling cilantro have starring roles in this colorful side of crisp-tender carrots. The veggie goes from pan...


    Honey Caramel Apples

    When caramel apple season arrives, we roll apples in salted pecans and drizzle them with homemade fudge. For a different...


    Garlic Tilapia with Mushroom Risotto

    Boxed risotto makes it quick; mushrooms, shallots and cheese make it tasty. Serve the risotto alongside seasoned fish for a...


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    Curry Chicken and Rice

    Flavorful, light and nutritious, and happily simple to prepare, this Indian curry chicken and rice recipe is one to bookmark...


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    Honey Cinnamon Roll-Ups

    This cinnamon treat reminds me of baklava, but with only a few easy ingredients, it's a fraction of the work....


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    Honey Garlic Green Beans

    Green beans are a reliable standby, but they can seem ordinary on their own. Just a couple of extra ingredients...


    Slow-Cooker Apple Cobbler

    Make slow-cooker apple cobbler for a warm dessert or as a special sweet treat for breakfast.

    Fresh Strawberry Breakfast Tacos

    When our son was growing up, this was one of his favorite breakfasts. I've used low-fat ingredients in the past...


    Grandma’s Raspberry Rugelach

    I remember sitting on my great-grandmother's couch with a pad and pen in hand as she told me each ingredient...


    Whole Grain Banana Pancakes

    My kids love homemade banana bread, so why not make it in pancake form? These freeze well for a special...


    Toffee Turtle Squares

    Here's an easy way to make turtle candies for a big group. These bars are very rich, so a little...


    Catherine’s Guacamole

    Get the scoop on making a standout guacamole. A handful of chopped celery adds some fun crunch in this avocado...


    Oven-Dried Tomatoes

    We owned an organic greenhouse and business where we taught classes. I had 100 tomato varieties to work with, so...

    Basil & Heirloom Tomato Toss

    I came up with this garden-fresh salad to showcase the heirloom tomatoes and peppers we raised for our stall at...


    Mexican Cinnamon Cookies

    My extended family shares a meal every Sunday. The aunts and uncles take turns bringing everything from main dishes to...


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    Simple Waldorf Salad

    From a luxury hotel in the 1800s to your table, this easy Waldorf salad is tangy-sweet and ready in 10...


    Lemony Zucchini Ribbons

    Fresh zucchini gets a shave and a drizzle of lemony goodness in this fab salad. Sprinkle the goat cheese or...


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    Orange Dream Pull-Apart Bread

    My baking therapy is to make treats for friends and co-workers. This pull-apart bread makes everyone smile as they face...


    Skewered Eyeballs

    Someone is watching! These stuffed mushrooms are awfully tasty. The toothpicks look threatening, but they help folks grab their share...