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

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    Turkey Hash

    Edna Hoffman of Hebron, Indiana heartily recommends this mild-tasting hash. "It's a deliciously different use for leftover turkey," she assures.


    Sausage Hash

    If you have extra pork sausage and veggies kicking around, check out our sausage hash recipe. It's made with basic...


    Minted Pea Salad

    "In this refreshing recipe, fresh mint complements the peas' sweet flavor," relates Inez Orsburn, a field editor from Demotte, Indiana.


    Turkey Asparagus Stir-Fry

    Twenty minutes is all you'll need to make this quick stir-fry. Lean turkey, asparagus and mushrooms make it super nutritious,...


    Four-Cheese Mac and Cheese

    I adapted this four-cheese mac and cheese recipe from one a friend gave to me. It has a distinctive blue...


    Garlic Cheese Grits

    My dad prepared this family favorite every Christmas morning. Grits are a true Southern specialty. The garlic and cheese add...


    Homemade Chocolate Shortbread

    These chocolate shortbread cookies offer a rich, buttery texture with a hint of cocoa. Easy to make, with simple pantry...


    Light Scalloped Potatoes

    "Even with lighter ingredients like chicken bouillon and Parmesan cheese, this is a comforting potato dish," shares Tamie Foley of...

    Healthy Broccoli Soup

    This delicious healthy broccoli soup is a great way to eat a nutritious vegetable. It has a wonderful fresh flavor....


    Lemon-Glazed Carrots

    These lovely tangy carrots are a super vegetable side dish.—Ruby Williams, Bogalusa, Louisiana



    Cinnamon Cream Cheese Squares

    I like to make these cream cheese squares for a quick breakfast treat or easy dessert. Even my young daughter...


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    Funnel Cakes

    Whip up a contest-winning funnel cake at home with our simple recipe. Just add cotton candy and corn dogs!


    Zesty Vegetable Dip

    There's an abundance of excellent cheeses made in our state, but sharp cheddar is our favorite. My mom used to...


    Dandelion Salad

    This is one my favorite salads and it is so healthy for you! Guests will be surprised at how wonderful...


    No-Turn Omelet

    It's a snap to put together this colorful casserole. I like to make it a day ahead, then refrigerate and...


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    Sausage Cheese Puffs

    These savory, cheesy bites are easy to make and perfect for party time, snack time or whenever you’re craving something...

    Baked Brunch Sandwiches

    Serving brunch to your bunch is a breeze when you prepare these sandwiches the night before. They combine the flavor...


    Blueberry Breakfast Sauce

    This fresh-tasting sauce, chock-full of blueberries, tastes great served over pancakes, French toast, waffles or even ice cream. Whether you...


    Ham ‘n’ Cheddar Cups

    Start your day out right with these delicious muffins. Studded with ham, cheddar cheese and bacon, they're a meal in...


    Brownie Swirl Cheesecake

    This Brownie Cheesecake fits the bill for a fast but luscious dessert. It also freezes well, so you can make...


    Marinated Beef Brisket

    "This tender, tasty brisket cooks a long time, but it's so easy to prepare," confirms Janet Parham, Cibolo, Texas. "Just...


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    Sticky Buns

    These fluffy, sweet sticky buns are finished with a crunchy caramel-pecan topping. Serve a batch for your next weekend brunch...

    Easy Santa Fe Chicken

    "My day is busy from start to finish," remarks Debra Cook of Pampa, Texas. "So this quick and meaty main...


    Moist Nut Bread

    The unexpected ingredient in these moist, convenient loaves is baby food! "A neighbor shared the recipe years ago when we...


    Crispy Garlic Breadsticks

    "This is a surprisingly tasty way to use day-old hot dog buns," says Linda Rainey of Monahans, Texas. Thanks to...


    Quicker Lemon Angel Food Supreme

    Boxed angel food cake speeds prep time but retains the cake's home-baked taste. And the no-cook version of sauce uses...


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    Traditional Boiled Dinner

    This boiled dinner recipe turns corned beef into a full bore one-pot meal. It's a perfect meal to drive out...


    Five-Minute Blueberry Pie

    It's a wonder what you can do with five ingredients plus whipped cream topping, especially considering one of those ingredients...