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Want a simple (and delicious) meal? Try these easy recipes made with minimal ingredients!

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    Peanut Turkey Satay

    I found this recipe years ago and immediately served it to dinner guests. It’s easy and fun and takes only...


    Veggie-Stuffed Eggplant

    Ruby Williams writes from Bogalusa, Louisiana, "For years, I cooked for my late husband and our five children. Now it's...


    Slow-Cooked Peach Pork Chops

    “I played around with many variations of this recipe until I came up with one that was just right,” Bonnie...


    Sweet Pepper Rice

    This tasty, colorful side dish is a lovely complement to many entrees. The peppers and rice make a nice texture,...


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    Veal Scallopini

    When you need something on the table—fast!—veal scallopini to the rescue. A quick sauté and you have a thin cut...


    Peanut Butter Candy

    During the holidays, I make a lot of candy for friends, and this simple recipe seems to be a favorite....


    Cabbage and Sausage

    Cabbage and sausage has so many variations the world over, but it's a hearty dish wherever you're serving it. This...


    Raspberry Jam Bars

    My Grandmother Addie made these bars for family picnics and enjoyed watching her grandchildren try to resist them. But all...

    Gouda-Stuffed Chicken

    My brother gave me the recipe for this hearty dish we often serve at family gatherings. Men, especially, seem to...


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    Firehouse Chili

    When a recipe intended to serve a group of hungry people passes the firehouse test, you know it's worth making....


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    Texas Pecan Pie

    I won a blue ribbon for this pie at the Texas State Fair. Since I was in the military for...


    Rosemary Pot Roast

    Come home to a comforting, ready-to-eat entree with this slow-cooker favorite sized just right for two. It’s so easy, and...


    Chicken Rice Tomato Soup

    "This hearty soup is loaded with vegetables, chicken, rice and herbs. When friends come for lunch, I warm up some...


    Rich Chocolate Cake Bars

    "These cake-like brownies work well for large gathering and are quick to make," notes Kathy Kittell of Lenexa, Kansas.


    Nutty Fingers

    These classic Christmas cookie has stood the test of time. The recipe makes a nice-sized batch, which gets you in...


    Whipping Cream Pound Cake

    Indulge in the rich, buttery goodness of whipping cream pound cake. This classic dessert has a tender crumb and subtle...


    Cranberry Cherry Punch

    This crimson-colored beverage is wonderful for Christmas and looks festive in a glass punch bowl. —Lori Daniels, Beverly, West Virginia

    Fruit Fluff

    This light dessert has a sweet taste that makes a gal feel like she’s cheating on her diet. —Marilyn Baumgartner,...


    Crumb-Topped Rhubarb Crunch

    For this treat, Minocqua, Wisconsin field editor Charlene Griffin features that perennial spring flavor, rhubarb.


    Chili Tots

    Cook once and eat twice with this hearty southwestern casserole from Linda Baldwin of Long Beach, California. With help from...


    Apple-Dijon Pork Roast

    This recipe takes just minutes to assemble and is delicious. I like to serve the roast with rice, then use...


    Chicken with Herbs

    My family and friends always comment on the wonderful herb flavors in this chicken recipe. The herbs make great seasoning...


    Pudding Pound Cake Dessert

    Field editor Tamara Logan shares her delightful Pudding Pound Cake Dessert, a layered confection that relies on convenient instant pudding...

    Caramel Pecan Pie

    This is hands down the best pecan pie—it’s so good, it’s scary! I’m making it for Thanksgiving because there will...


    Salisbury Steak

    “Sometimes I forget about this favorite recipe, so my husband will say, ’How about Salisbury Steak for dinner?’ He really...


    Turkey Chop Suey

    Field editor Ruth Peterson of Jenison, Michigan uses leftover turkey for her fast-to-fix chop suey. Canned bean sprouts and water...


    Melt-in-Your-Mouth Sausages

    My family loves this recipe. It’s such a good all-around dish, either for sandwiches like these or served with hot...


    Garlic-Almond Green Beans

    Garlic-Almond Green Beans is her family’s favorite way to eat this popular vegetable, writes Genny Monchamp from Redding, California. “The...


    Tender Beef over Noodles

    I dress up stew meat with noodles and a slightly sweet red sauce for this satisfying main dish. It goes...