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    Beef and Orzo Skillet

    Not only does this recipe make tasty use of any leftover brisket, it also cooks up in one pot, making...


    Italian Chops With Pasta

    Thanks to an Italian makeover, this pork is perfection in a pan! Tender chops, red wine, fire-roasted tomatoes and penne...


    Grilled Veggies with Caper Butter

    We enjoy the tart, peppery taste of capers. No one likes a bland veggie, and caper butter helps peppers, squash...


    Chicken Chili Chowder

    One chilly April afternoon, I craved a hearty soup but had less than an hour to prepare a meal. I...


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    Banana Pancakes

    Our ultra-fluffy banana pancakes are an easy breakfast to kick off the day on the right foot.


    Chicken Penne Alfredo

    Cream cheese just might steal the show here. Combined with chicken, penne pasta, veggies and savory
    seasoning, it makes...


    Parmesan Chicken with Mushroom Rice

    In our house, we call this dish “OMG Chicken!” Frozen veggies and rice make this hearty meal-in-one both quick and...


    Slow-Cooker Stuffed Shells

    There's no need to precook the shells in this simple pasta dish. It's almost like magic when you open the...

    Triple Nut Snowballs

    This super-crunchy, not-too-sweet cookie is a fun update on the classic snowball. I used cashews, macadamia nuts and pecans, but...


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    Balsamic Pork Chops

    Rich pork pairs well with tangy sauces and these balsamic pork chops are a slam-dunk. The balsamic-and-honey glaze comes together...


    Fruity Waffle Parfaits

    This recipe satisfied all of my cravings for breakfast when I was pregnant. I knew I was getting plenty of...


    Chocolate Rum Balls

    Roll these truffle-like rum balls in crushed Oreos to get just the right amount of crunch. They can be made...


    Spicy Lasagna Skillet Dinner

    Shortcut lasagna bails me out when I'm in a frenzy to serve dinner. A leafy salad and buttery garlic toast...


    Chewy Cranberry Pecan Bars

    I've been making these for several years as I really enjoy the combination of flavors and the relative ease of...


    White Cheddar Cheese Sauce

    My go-to cheese recipe is a white cheddar cheese sauce-I make mac and cheese, scalloped potatoes and nachos with it....


    Angela’s XOXO Shortbread Brownies

    Everyone loves a brownie. This one has a buttery crust with a sweet finish, thanks to the touch of candy...


    Spiced Toffee Cookies

    I bake these cookies for family gatherings because my crowd likes cookies thin and chewy with a crispy exterior. The...

    Lemon & Cream Pops

    Sweetened condensed milk ensures a creamy, dreamy popsicle. The bright lemon flavor is perfect for summer. —Sharon Guinta, Stamford, Connecticut


    Cherry Almond Snowdrops

    As soon as I was old enough, I helped make these distinctive almond cookies. You can freeze the dough, so...


    Bacon-Gruyere Smashed Potatoes

    Gruyere cheese, bacon, sweet onions and herbs take smashed potatoes to a whole new level of amazing. This loaded side...


    Chai Truffle Tart

    My chai-flavored tart boasts chocolate and caramel layers tucked inside a salty pretzel crust. Truffles on top make it extra...


    Spiced Cranberry Crisp Cake

    This cake is a cross between a fruit crisp and a moist cake. We love the festive cranberry filling with...


    Honey-Pecan Squares

    When we left Texas to head north, a neighbor gave me so many pecans from his trees that my trunk...

    Mini Crab Tarts

    Frozen phyllo tart shells bake up to crispy perfection that’s heavenly with this warm, rich, creamy filling. They’re a snap...


    Chinese Hot Mustard

    Now you can enjoy the robust flavor of the Chinese mustard you can't get enough of at Chinese restaurants at...


    Bacon-Wrapped Tater Tots

    Indulge in just one of these bacon-wrapped Tater Tots and you’ll taste why they’re a hit with kids of all...


    Smoked Salmon Bites with Shallot Sauce

    Tangy mayonnaise-Dijon sauce adds zip to flaky pastry and layers of crisp arugula, thinly sliced smoked salmon and nutty-flavored Asiago...


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    Zucchini Pie

    Loaded with fresh zucchini and savory Parmesan cheese, no one can resist a forkful of zucchini pie. Pack in more...


    Simple Grilled Steak Fajitas

    After moving to a new state with two toddlers in tow, I came up with effortless fajitas. They make an...