Simple Sesame Chicken with Couscous
I created this dish after my three kids tried Chinese takeout and asked for more. To make things easy for...
Honey-Roasted Chicken & Root Vegetables
When my whole family comes over for dinner, I make a big platter of roast chicken with sweet potatoes, carrots...
Garlic-Sesame Green Beans
Sauteed bits of garlic and shallot, with a sprinkling of toasted sesame seeds, turn ordinary beans into something special. Keep...
Cold-Day Chicken Noodle Soup
When I was sick, my mom would make me this heartwarming chicken noodle soup. It was soothing when I had...
Tropical Island Shrimp Kabobs
Shrimp, mango and pineapple on skewers make a sunny presentation at parties. To boost flavors, we use a coconut milk,...
Balsamic Chicken with Roasted Tomatoes
This entree is a fantastic way to savor fresh tomatoes, especially during the warm summer months. It’s quite simple, but...
Brown Rice Chutney Salad
A simple rice salad in a cafe inspired thoughts of adding Indian spices and chutney to this dish. To fire...
Citrusy Fruit Kabobs
Fresh, fruity—and lower in sodium and fat—this kabob recipe is a great pick! —Mary Relyea, Canastota, New York
Beef & Rice Stuffed Cabbage Rolls
This recipe is special to me because it’s an easy one-pot meal that tastes like you spent the whole day...
Lemon-Basil Chicken Rotini
My husband and our sons like to have meat with their meals, but I prefer more veggies. This combo with...
Black-Eyed Peas & Ham
Every New Year's Day we have these slow-cooked black-eyed peas to bring good luck for the coming year. —Dawn Legler,...
Crispy Asian Chicken Salad
Asian flavor, crunchy almonds and crispy breaded chicken make this hearty salad something special. —Beth Dauenhauer, Pueblo, Colorado
Zesty Garlic Green Beans
These green beans travel so well because they can either be served at room temperature or reheated at the party....
Parsley Smashed Potatoes
I love potatoes but hate the work involved in making mashed potatoes from scratch. So I came up with a...
Couscous Tabbouleh with Fresh Mint & Feta
Using couscous instead of bulgur for tabbouleh really speeds up the process of making this colorful salad. Other quick-cooking grains,...
Lamb Stew
My grandmother used to make this stew as a special Sunday meal. It's an unforgettable treat from Ireland. —Vickie Desourdy,...
Saucy BBQ Chicken Thighs
Barbecued chicken gets a makeover in this recipe. The combination of ingredients makes for a mellow flavor that tastes more...
Easy Homemade Chunky Applesauce
Here's a comforting, home-style treat that never loses its appeal. Dish up big bowlfuls and wait for the smiles! —Marilee...
Ginger Chicken Noodle Soup
This is one of my favorite soup recipes to serve in the wintertime because it's super easy to make and...
Grilled Lemon-Garlic Salmon
Many fish for salmon here on the shore of Lake Michigan, so I've developed quite a few recipes for it,...
Root Stew
While inventing a new form of comfort food, I made a stew of carrots, turnips, parsnips and rutabaga. When I'm...
Beefy Cabbage Bean Stew
While on one of our small group quilting retreats, one of my friends made this wonderful recipe for dinner. We...
Waffle Sandwich
Breakfast for lunch or dinner? Why not, when the recipe's this easy! I like to serve it with some crisp,...
One-Pot Beef & Pepper Stew
I love most things made with green peppers, tomatoes or green chiles. I wanted to prepare a quick and satisfying...
Chunky Salsa
This fresh-tasting salsa is wonderfully chunky. If you like it hotter, add more habanero peppers; if you prefer a mild...
Fresh Fruit Salsa with Cinnamon Chips
Lime and basil really brighten the flavors in this colorful salsa. It's best when scooped up on a homemade cinnamon...
Raisin Nut Oatmeal
There’s no better feeling than waking up to a hot, ready-to-eat breakfast. The oats, fruit and spices in this homey...
Chilled Shrimp Pasta Salad
This chilled salad, along with a nice cool drink, is all you need on a hot summer day. It also...