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    Peachy Dutch Pancake

    After my daughter attended a slumber party, she raved about a Dutch pancake they had for breakfast. She asked her...


    Italian Veggie Beef Soup

    My sweet father-in-law, Pop Pop, would bring this chunky soup to our house when we were under the weather. We...


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    Coconut-White Chocolate Cheesecake

    Friends have suggested over and over that I submit this creation to a magazine because it's so good. For the...


    Cherry-Coconut Chocolate Torte

    This torte reminds me of two favorite treats: chocolate covered cherries and old-fashioned Cherry Mash candy bars. —Dian Hicks Carlson,...


    Salmon Patty Sauce

    Crunchy, golden-brown salmon cakes are an appealing way to eat more fish, and even more so when paired with the...


    Garden Vegetable & Herb Soup

    I submitted this recipe to a local newspaper and won first prize. I make this hearty soup whenever my family...


    Gyro Soup

    If you’re a fan of lamb, don’t pass up this Greek-style soup. Seasoned with classic flavors of rosemary, marjoram and...


    Pulled Turkey Tenderloin

    Not your ordinary pulled turkey sandwich, this one shines thanks to its unique yogurt sauce. Serve the turkey by itself...

    Pineapple-Mango Chicken

    Combining pineapple, mango and spices makes a sauce for chicken that is such a unique recipe and a favorite of...


    Butternut Squash Oven Risotto

    Squash and beer make my risotto different and delicious. Plus, cooking it in the oven cuts down on hands-on time...


    Rich & Creamy Parmesan Mashed Potatoes

    For special occasions (like my husband’s birthday dinners), I mash potatoes with cream cheese, sour cream and Parmesan. It's divine...


    Tropical Compote Dessert

    To make a more adult version of this recipe, use brandy instead of the extra tropical fruit juice. —Taste of...


    Amaretto Cherries with Dumplings

    You can't beat the combination of almond flavor with cherries. These light and fluffy dumplings are heavenly. Topped with the...


    Pineapple-Glazed Pork Tenderloin

    My husband doesn't think it is a meal without meat. I prefer something lighter, so this recipe satisfies us both....


    DIY Hot Cocoa Mix

    Because we live in Idaho and have long, cold winters, hot chocolate is a staple for our family. With this...


    Honey-Glazed Pork Tenderloins

    Honey, smoky chipotle pepper and soy sauce help to flavor this no-fuss pork tenderloin. Serve it with veggies or rice...


    Crunchy Ice Cream Delight

    Four generations of home cooks have shared our crunchy ice cream bars. If you love almonds like my family does,...

    Chocolate-Mint Popcorn

    I wrote a book called “20 New Ways to Enjoy Popcorn.” When I poll friends, they favor this recipe, a...


    Down South Sweet Tea Cake

    I think this recipe combines two of the best and most famous ingredients from the South: sweet tea and pecans!...


    Tandoori Chicken Panini

    The tandoori-style spices in this chicken give it a bold flavor that’s so hard to resist. It tastes incredible tucked...


    Chocolate-Coffee Bean Ice Cream Cake

    At our school, we celebrate faculty birthdays. I needed a quick recipe that would be appealing to everyone. This tall,...


    Greek Orzo Chicken

    Take your first bite and set sail for a dinner-table tour of the sunny Greek isles. Sprinkle lemon zest on...


    Blackberry Peekaboo Cookies

    My grandmother bakes this recipe every year for the holidays. She uses homemade blackberry jam that she makes fresh every...

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    Banana Pudding Cups

    Banana pudding cups are an ideal sweet treat for those hot summer afternoons, but you'll be glad you made this...


    Zucchini Beef Skillet

    This is a speedy summer recipe that uses up those abundant garden goodies: Zucchini, tomatoes and green peppers. —Becky Calder,...


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    Grilled Zucchini

    Set aside some room on the grill for zucchini. This side cooks quickly, and grilled zucchini pairs well with everything...


    Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad

    Chicken Caesar pasta salad is like the Goldilocks of lunch ideas. It’s perfect when you’re too hungry for a salad,...


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    Mac and Cheese Pizza

    Yes, this mac and cheese pizza is exactly what it sounds like! Cheese and carb lovers, unite: Your dream dinner...


    Pumpkin Walnut Squares

    My mother-in-law handed this pumpkin bar recipe down as a surefire way to keep my husband happy during the holidays....