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    Alfredo Shrimp Shells

    Premade Alfredo sauce streamlines the preparation of the tasty stuffed shells. They're filled with shrimp, mushrooms and green onion. Serve...


    Sauteed Zucchini

    Sauteed zucchini is a near-perfect side dish. It’s light and fresh-tasting, goes with almost anything and best of...


    Breakfast Bars

    "I like to stash these satisfying squares in the freezer," writes Candace Jenks. "When I need a quick breakfast or...


    Peach French Toast

    Let the aroma of baked peaches, brown sugar and cinnamon wake up your family. When you serve the tender slices...


    Sausage Mushroom Quiche

    "I created this tasty pie to get our family to eat a filling breakfast," explains Shirley Biel of Tallahassee, Florida....


    Feta Cucumber Salad

    If you like the distinctive taste of feta cheese, you'll enjoy this crisp and refreshing cucumber medley, "Even our twin...


    Italian Seasoned Bread

    "When I didn't have the onion soup mix called for in the original recipe, I used Italian salad dressing mix...


    Garden Vegetable Bread

    Red pepper, zucchini and green onions provide the attractive color and pleasant flavor in this moist loaf from Jean Moore...

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    Watermelon Cake

    No one will ever guess how simple this make-ahead watermelon cake is to assemble. After one bite of the showstopping...


    Flavorful Green Rice

    Green onions and parsley give this green rice its name, but the appealing flavor is what makes it memorable. —Karin...


    Breaded Chicken Breasts

    A friend and I created this breaded chicken, and it's been a hit with my family ever since. We love...


    Sweet and Sour Coleslaw

    This sweet and sour coleslaw is quick, easy and packed with veggies. It’s cool, crisp and perfect for barbecues or...


    Roasted Fan-Shaped Potatoes

    These wonderful oven-roasted potatoes are very pretty to serve—the partially cut slices spread out in the shape of a fan....


    Corny Snack Mix

    It's hard to stop munching this yummy snack mix! Melted vanilla chips make a delightful coating for the crisp corn...


    Cappuccino Cake Brownies

    If you like your sweets with a cup of coffee, this recipe is good for you! These no-nut brownies combine...


    Chocolate Chip Pound Cake

    Our contest-winning chocolate chip pound cake recipe features chocolate two ways: in chip form in the cake, and as a...


    Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

    Keep a batch of this contest-winning mint chocolate chip ice cream in your freezer for a sweet treat any time....

    Low-Fat Strawberry Muffins

    "Recipes for good low-fat muffins are hard to find, so I was pleased to discover that these treats are moist...


    Orange Gelatin Cups

    My mother used gelatin in so many good dishes, and as I got older, I did the same. This recipe...


    Pork Tenderloin Stir-Fry

    A flavorful stir-fry doesn't have to feed an army, as this delicious serves-two version proves. From Aylmer, Ontario, Shelly McCallum...


    Peachy Fruit Dip

    Peachy Fruit Dip served with fresh fruit is a light summer dessert or side dish. "It's even great for breakfast...


    Biscuit Bites

    Biscuit Bites couldn't be easier. Convenient refrigerated biscuits are simply sprinkled with Parmesan cheese and onion powder, then baked. "These...


    Cranberry Orange Salsa

    "This tart tangy blend is wonderful with carved turkey, on turkey sandwiches and with ham and pork," says Joan Flowers...

    Cranberry Sourdough Coffee Cake

    This is an adaptation of a friendship bread. The original recipe called for raisins, but I started using cranberries to...


    Sourdough English Muffins

    Forget about toast! Sourdough English muffins are so easy to make at home that you'll be eating them every morning....


    Golden Sourdough Biscuits

    I got this recipe from a friend when we were exchanging sourdough recipes a few years ago. These soft sourdough...


    Sourdough French Bread

    This sourdough French bread recipe is so easy to follow that it will finally have timid bakers confidently making sourdough.


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    Sourdough Starter

    Many years ago, I received this recipe and some starter from a good friend. I use it to make my...


    Crusty French Loaf

    Start your next meal with this crusty French bread. A crackling crust gives way to a delicate crumb, ideal for...