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    Butternut Cake

    This recipe has been in our family for years. It's always included on holiday menus. Preparing the cake is a...


    Fruit Kabobs

    Everyone likes fresh fruit, and it's great served with this dip. —Cheryl Ollis, Matthews, North Carolina


    Creamy Red Pepper Dip

    This flavorful dip looks so pretty served in sweet yellow pepper halves. It's great with fresh veggies.—Linda Murray, Allenstown, New...


    Vegetable Oven Pancake

    I clipped this recipe when I was first married, but my husband was actually first to prepare it. The puffy...


    Chicken in Basil Cream

    When I first read this recipe, I thought it looked difficult. But because I had all the ingredients readily at...


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    Shrimp Monterey

    For a special occasion or when company's coming, this delicious seafood dish makes a lasting impression. You'll be surprised at...


    Almost Stuffed Peppers

    For a quick way to enjoy an old favorite, stir up Jan Roat's stuffed green pepper makings in a skillet....


    Raspberry Ice Cream

    This egg-free raspberry ice cream is as easy as can be. There’s no need to stand over a hot stove...

    Spaghetti Sauce Mix

    In Alverton, Pennsylvania, Betty Claycomb keeps this blend of seasonings on hand so she can stir up speedy spaghetti sauce....


    Zucchini Chip Cupcakes

    "My three girls love these moist, nut-topped cupcakes even without frosting," remarks Debra Forshee from Stockton, Kansas. "They're a great...


    Chocolate Applesauce Cake

    Applesauce adds moistness to this tender cake with a sweet chocolate and nut topping. "It's breeze to make and perfect...


    Peach Muffins

    Take advantage of stone fruit season with these mouthwatering peach muffins. Made with fresh peaches, pecans and a hint of...


    Garlic Cheese Biscuits

    "This is a savory variation on my favorite buttermilk biscuit recipe," notes Gayle Becker of Mt. Clemens, Michigan. Shredded cheddar...


    Zippy Beef Bake

    "With its south-of-the-border flavor, this hearty one-dish meal is a family favorite," says Gay Kelley of Tucson, Arizona. "In fact,...


    Coconut Fruit Dip

    From Lakeville, Massachusetts, Nancy Tanguay shares this fruit dip that has a fun pineapple and coconut flavor. "I usually serve...


    Spicy Haddock

    This is one of my favorite ways to serve fish. I'm originally from Louisiana, where much of the food is...


    Company Chicken Casserole

    Searching for an entree that's special enough for company, yet easy on the cook? Try this memorable make-ahead meal from...

    Ham and Cheese Bagels

    These bite-size bagel sandwiches are easy to fix for breakfast, lunch snacks and family get-togethers. Both combinations of toppings are...


    Stuffed Bell Peppers

    Looking for a great way to give leftover meat loaf a whole new taste? Try this simple stuffed peppers variation...


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    Baked Salmon

    From finding the right fish fillet to prepping, storing and serving salmon, this guide will have you on your way...


    Breaded Chicken Patties

    "As a mother of three, I like to make a few batches of these patties at one time and freeze...


    Garlic Yeast Bread

    "I like to use slices of this tender garlic bread to make roast beef sandwiches," remarks Sharen Clark of Sunnyside,...


    Sweet Almond Bread

    The crunchy toasted almonds and sweet cinnamony topping on these round loaves make them look and taste terrific. "My niece...

    Cheesy Zucchini Casserole

    Tender zucchini gets pleasant flavor from a cheesy sauce and cracker-crumb topping in this fast-to-fix side dish. —Kathi Grenier, Auburn,...


    Sesame Pork Roast

    My trick to making a tasty roast that’s pull-apart tender is marinating a boneless cut of pork in a tangy...


    Dilly Scrambled Eggs

    Dilly Scrambled Eggs, with a sprinkling of cheese, have farm-fresh flavor and cook in minutes.


    Hash Brown Potato Salad

    Frozen hash browns pare down prep time for this quick mayonnaise potato salad from Myra Innes of Auburn, Kansas. "It's...


    Chicken Noodle Stir-Fry

    Darlene Brenden of Salem, Oregon relies on Ramen noodles to stretch this appealing stir-fry. "You can use whatever vegetables you...


    Daddy’s Omelet

    "Omelets are one of my husband's specialties," relates Glenn Powell of Havana, Florida. "His fast-to-fix filling of fresh-tasting vegetables and...