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    Sausage Zucchini Skillet

    I began serving a version of this dish as a side with grilled salmon. I added sausage and rice—or noodles—to...


    Italian Garden Frittata

    I like to serve this pretty frittata with melon wedges for a delicious breakfast or brunch. —Sally Maloney, Dallas, Georgia


    Gingerbread Pudding Cake

    Super-moist cake gets all spiced up in this scrumptious slow-cooked dessert. If you want it a little sweeter, drizzle it...


    Slow-Cooked Sausage Dressing

    This savory dressing gets amped up with apples and pecans. It cooks easily in a slow cooker, so the stove...


    Apple Pancakes with Cider Syrup

    Tender pancakes are filled with minced apple and raisin, and drizzled with apple cider syrup. They're wonderful in the summer...


    Contest-Winning Pumpkin Cheesecake Dessert

    With its gingersnap crust and maple syrup drizzle, this rich and creamy spiced pumpkin dessert never fails to get rave...


    Over-the-Top Mac ‘n’ Cheese

    This delicious dish is the ultimate comfort food. A blend of five cheeses, it makes a beautiful entree or a...


    Lemony Chicken Soup

    While living in California, I enjoyed a delicious chicken-lemon soup at a local restaurant. When I returned to Texas, I...

    Land of Enchantment Posole

    My family named this spicy soup after our state moniker, “New Mexico, Land of Enchantment.” We usually make it around...


    Chicken Soft Tacos

    My family loves these tacos. The chicken cooks in the slow cooker, so it’s convenient to throw together before I...


    Sausage Spinach Bake

    A friend gave me the recipe for this delicious dish, which uses a packaged stuffing mix. A salad and bread...


    Cheddar Potato Chowder

    I only made this soup occasionally because the original recipe was quite high in fat. I doctored it up a...


    Creamy Cranberry Cheesecake

    This creamy cheesecake is perfect for holiday desserts. The colorful topping is so good that I prepare it separately and...


    Chunky Taco Soup

    I've gotten great response at our church dinners and senior groups whenever I bring this thick easy-to-fix soup. I usually...


    Tempura Chicken Wings

    When I moved to Kansas City from Texas, I brought many of my mom's best-loved recipes with me, including these...


    Cheesy Beef Taco Dip

    Try this recipe for a warm, hearty snack with a bit of a kick. It's a hit with my family,...


    Crispy Onion Chicken

    My family loves chicken, and I'm always trying new ways to prepare it. This golden-brown chicken with its crunchy french-fried...

    Garden Frittata

    I created this frittata recipe one day to use up some fresh yellow squash, zucchini and tomato. It's so easy...


    Salmon Mousse Cups

    I make these tempting little tarts frequently for parties. They disappear at an astonishing speed, so I usually double or...


    Roasted Green Bean Salad

    This easy recipe turns homegrown green beans into something special. A tangy dill and Dijon vinaigrette coats the beans without...


    Strawberry Banana Crepes

    My family often has company over for breakfast or brunch, and these light fruit-topped crepes are our favorite. The sweet...


    Cream of Wild Rice Soup

    Tender cubes of chicken, fresh vegetables and wild rice make this soup hearty enough for a meal. You can't beat...


    Caribbean Chicken

    You'd be hard-pressed to find a marinade this flavorful at any store! Add or subtract the jalapenos to suit your...

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    Contest-Winning Moist Chocolate Cake

    You don't have to spend a lot of time to serve an elegant and delicious dessert. Just mix up the...


    Ham ‘n’ Cheese Omelet Roll

    This brunch dish has easy ingredients and an impressive look all rolled into one! I love hosting brunch, and this...


    Caramel-Pecan Sticky Buns

    My mother used to make delicious cinnamon rolls when I was a child. Later, she taught my sister and me...


    Ground Beef Chili

    Everyone who tastes my beef chili recipe says that it is restaurant-quality. It's especially good with homemade cornbread. I have...


    Contest-Winning Sweet Potato Bake

    This is an easy dish to prepare and is a perfect addition to that special holiday meal. The topping is...


    Calgary Stampede Ribs

    "More, please!" is what I hear when I serve these zippy, finger-licking ribs to family or guests. The first time...