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    Lime Fish Tacos

    "The secret to getting my family to eat fish is tucked inside these tempting tacos," confides Tammy Hayden, Carmichael, California....


    Cranberry Cooler

    I am a retired assistant luncheon manager for an elementary school. In addition to serving lunches, we were often called...


    Simply Fudgy Brownies

    I don't know where I got this recipe, but I've had it for over 30 years - it's written on...


    Cheese Wedges

    "These easy cheesy treats are a hit at evening gathering," shares Jennifer Eilts of Omaha, Nebraska.


    Baked Halibut

    I got this easy, protein-rich recipe from Sandy Schroth of the Puffin Bed & Breakfast in Gustavus, Alaska. —Edward Mahnke,...


    Pickle Pea Salad

    Pickle relish adds unique flavor to Pickle Pea Salad from Kathryn Fleener of Louisville, Illinois. Cubes of cheddar cheese and...


    Creamy Garden Spaghetti

    I spent 14 years preparing meals in restaurants, but now I just cook to entertain family and friends. I've always...


    Fruit and Rice Salad

    This cool refreshing salad is perfect to serve on hot summer days. Rice blends with peaches, grapes, celery, raisins, pecans...

    Sweet ‘n’ Tangy Freezer Pickles

    Now you can have all the goodness of crunchy sweet-sour pickles without going to the trouble of canning them. Even...


    Grape Sherbet

    My husband, two daughters and I first enjoyed this refreshing treat at our friends' house. They graciously shared the recipe...


    California Orange Muffins

    There are many orange groves in this area, so I attempted to create a muffin recipe using the fruit. I...


    Chicken with Herb Sauce

    "My grandmother gave me the recipe for these moist golden chicken breasts topped with a tangy butter sauce made with...


    Chicken with Blueberry Sauce

    "This is one of my best recipes," reports Thomas Jewell Sr. of Avenel, New Jersey. "Blueberries are mixed with apricot...


    Saucy Beef Casserole

    Fairwater, Wisconsin's Ferne Spielvogel relies on canned soups and crunchy chow mein noodles to flavor this hearty ground beef bake....


    Sauteed Cabbage

    Chopped onion, minced garlic and soy sauce add savory seasoning to this snappy side dish from Connie Moore of Medway,...


    Crispy Mashed Potato Pancake

    From Scottsdale, Arizona, Mary Schuster shares her tasty secret for using up leftover mashed potatoes. With just a few basic...


    Tex-Mex Chicken Salad

    Nancy tops packaged greens with the warm chicken and onion combo, then tosses in tomato, red pepper and shredded cheese...

    Tangy Tender Chicken

    Brown sugar, garlic and ginger provide the traditional sweet-sour flavor in this chicken medley. "The aroma is heavenly after working...


    Slow Cooker Shredded Beef

    "Our family loves these tasty shredded beef sandwiches with their mild barbecue flavor," writes Fran Frerichs from Gurley, Nebraska. The...


    Nutty Chicken Fingers

    Please both your adult palate and your inner kid with homemade chicken strips. A crunchy pecan coating makes them stand...


    Special Lemonade

    "This refreshing beverage is a little different from your run-of-the-mill lemonade," writes Erin Schneider, St. Peters, Missouri. "The recipe comes...


    All Seasons Marinade

    "This mixture is so versatile, it can be used to marinate just about anything," assures Joan Hallford of North Richland...


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    Baked Bean Chili

    When you need to feed a crowd in a hurry, baked bean chili gets the job done in style. With...

    Creamy Vegetable Casserole

    Searching for a different way to prepare vegetables? Look no further. I have a fussy eater in my house who...


    Horseradish Crab Dip

    I depend on this mildly seasoned crab dip when hosting parties. It's a terrific time-saver when accompanied by celery sticks...


    No-Bake Cheesecake Pie

    I came up with this creamy white chocolate cheesecake after remembering one evening that I needed to bring a treat...


    Pork Chops with Apples and Stuffing

    The heartwarming taste of cinnamon and apples is the perfect accompaniment for these tender pork chops. The dish is always...


    Broccoli Waldorf Salad

    This salad is as easy to prepare as it is to eat! A colorful combination of apples, raisins and pecans...


    Pineapple Cherry Ice Cream

    "This fruity treat has been an all-time favorite with my family for years," says Johanna Gimmeson, Powell, Wyoming. Use an...