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

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    Make-Ahead Shortcake

    This lovely layered dessert showcases strawberries. "This family favorite has all the satisfaction of traditional strawberry shortcake with just a...


    Chicken Macaroni

    "I often put together this yummy chicken and pasta combination for my daughter and her family," writes Donna V'Dovec of...


    Biscuit Pizza Bake

    This recipe provides all the flavor of traditional pizza in a convenient casserole. It is packed with ground beef, pepperoni...


    Honey Oatmeal Bread

    "My mother served this honey-flavored loaf at a family gathering, and I had to have the recipe," recalls Megan Schwartz...


    Honey-Lime Grilled Chicken

    You won't have to pack a lot of supplies to stir up the easy marinade shared by Dorothy Smith of...


    Crunchy Corn Medley

    This recipe came from my husband's aunt, who's an excellent cook, friend and mentor. It's crunchy, colorful and combined with...


    Souper Joes

    "It's a snap to prepare these beefed-up sandwiches that get their fast flavor from onion soup mix and cheddar cheese,"...


    Strawberry Slush

    "This make-ahead slush is really refreshing on hot summer days," writes Patricia Schroedl of Jefferson, Wisconsin. "Pour lemon-lime soda over...

    Vegetable Seasoning Mix

    "My husband wouldn't eat green beans until I seasoned them with this simple blend," writes Susan Johnson of Arlington, Texas....


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    Bacon Cheeseburger Pasta

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    This bacon cheeseburger pasta recipe puts a spin on a comfort food classic by combining hearty pasta, ground beef, crispy...


    Melon Fruit Bowl

    This medley of strawberries, melon and pineapple gets its rich sweet taste from a creamy banana dressing. "Drizzle the dressing...


    Quick Chicken and Corn Wraps

    "My girls like these tortilla roll-ups very much - they'll ask for them practically every week!" says Sue Seymour of...


    Glazed Salmon Fillet

    "My husband caught a lot of salmon when we lived in Alaska, so I had to learn how to cook...


    Lemon Chicken Bake

    This lovely lemon chicken bake is moist, tender and lemony with a nice crunch. It's a delicious picnic entree as...


    Oat Snack Mix

    "Kids of all ages seem to enjoy the creative combination of ingredients in this not-so-sweet mix," says Patti Brandt of...


    Chocolate Cobbler

    Pudding-like on the bottom, with a spongy cake layer on top, this chocolate cobbler is similar to lava cake and...


    Chewy Surprise Cookies

    "With four daughters, six grandchildren and one great-grandchild, I've baked lots of cookies," notes Lavon Timken of Cimmaron, Kansas. "This...

    Blackberry Custard Torte

    Says Ann Fox of Austin, Texas, "Blackberries are my husband's favorite fruit, so I make this outstanding dessert especially for...


    Maple Cream Bonbons

    "My family always smiles when I fix these chocolates," writes Ginny Truwe of Mankato, Minnesota. "They recall the winter when...


    Cucumber Tuna Boats

    For a refreshing summer meal, you can't beat this creamy tuna salad mounded into cucumber halves. Hard-cooked eggs make the...


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    Garlic Bread

    A basket of garlic bread makes any meal feel like a special occasion. Here's how to make a quick and...


    Pecan Crescent Cookies

    Rich, buttery and absolutely irresistible, these old-fashioned nut cookies were one of Mom's specialties. Any meal was a memorable event...


    Refrigerator Cucumber Slices

    My family can never get enough of these sweet cucumber slices in the summer. They're crunchy, delicious and simple to...

    Pork Veggie Stir-Fry

    Even kids find this colorful combo of vegetables, pork strips, seasonings and peanuts very appealing. Serve it over rice for...


    Shrimp Rice Salad

    This easy-to-prep salad is perfect to take to luncheons or bridal showers—and it makes a refreshing meal on a hot...


    Chicken Caesar Salad

    Ready in just 10 minutes, this classic chicken caesar salad features tender chicken breast, crisp romaine and a zesty homemade...


    No-Guilt Brownies

    Yes, you can watch your diet and enjoy treats, too! These healthy brownies are the perfect cure for a serious...


    Pecan Brownies

    Indulge in the rich, complex flavors of these chewy, gooey pecan brownies, where rich chocolate meets caramel-tinged pecans in a...


    Glazed Chocolate Chip Brownies

    Shortly after we married, my husband asked if I would bake up a pan of brownies for him to take...