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A convenient homecooked solution without the slow cooker
(Family Features) Walking in the door to the smell of homemade chili is sure to warm you up from the inside out, but if you forgot to set up the slow cooker before heading out the door in the morning, don't fret - a hearty bowl of beans, beef and … more
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Score big on game day with winning tailgate recipes
Football, family, friends and food are a winning combination during tailgating season, especially if your recipe game is locked in. Whether you're feeding a hungry crowd in the stadium parking lot or putting together a savory plate … more
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Grab-and-go Peanut Butter and Jelly Oat Bars
Peanut butter and jelly is a childhood favorite for a reason. The combination of creamy peanut butter and sweet fruit has been familiar, comforting and easy to enjoy for generations. Think beyond the traditional sandwich by … more
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Top grilled chicken with a creamy dressing for a light, refreshing meal
Feature Impact On those days when you're craving something fresh and don't feel like doing a lot of cooking, salads are the ideal solution. They're nutritious, easy to throw together and endlessly customizable so you can make them with the … more
Slow cooking is a go-to option for busy home cooks
Slow cooking is appealing for a number of reasons. Busy home cooks know that slow cooking ensures a homecooked meal is ready and waiting when arriving home from work. And cooks accustomed to slow cooking know the aromas emanating from slow cookers … more
Stuffed Shells With Spinach and Ricotta please a crowd
Hosting is a fun way to welcome loved ones. Simple but flavorful meals are a host's best friend. Such meals, which include the following recipe for Stuffed Shells With Spinach and Ricotta from Lines+Angles, give hosts more time to mingle but still … more
Put those bountiful blueberries to use in Blueberry Lemon Cornmeal Cobbler
Blueberries are out in full force in the summer. Blueberries are delicious freshly picked and can be topped with some light cream for a refreshing dessert. Blueberries also are equally at home baked in muffins, breads and cobblers. The following … more
Pamela Anderson recommends Watermelon Granita for a no-fuss summer dessert
My cookbook "I Love You" began as a box of recipe cards: a housewarming gift for my sons, inspired by our homegrown traditions and world travel. Since I don't have a strong sweet tooth, dessert for me is more about being social and having … more
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A simple no-cook tomato sauce for peak summer heat
When tomatoes are at their peak - and it's too hot to turn on the oven - this simple, no-cook sauce from my cookbook "Pasta Every Day" is what I come back to time and again. It's often called pomodoro crudo and served with very thin spaghetti, … more
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Cap off your next meal with blueberry topped cheesecake
Dessert may be served last, but it still comes first in the hearts of many devoted foodies. Home cooks have many options to choose from when picking a dessert for a homemade meal, but sticking with a staple might be the way to go when serving lots … more
Pecans add the perfect finishing touch
Pecans can make any recipe better. Whether they add a nutritious crunch to oatmeal, star as the lead ingredient in pecan pie or give cookies that little something extra, pecans elevate the foods they touch. In this recipe Twice-Baked Sweet … more
Sweet apple flavor in every bite of this pastry dessert
This recipe for Orange-Glazed Apple Tarts from Small Sweet Treats (Gibbs Smith) by Zac Williams is a treat that blends apples (or pears) with the bright flavors of orange and cinnamon. Orange-Glazed Apple Tarts Serves 4 1 package (17.3 … more
Serve up some southern cooking from the comforts of home
This recipe for Southern-Style Buttermilk Fried Chicken from AllRecipes.com is sure to satisfy anyone's craving for southern cuisine. Southern-Style Buttermilk Fried Chicken Makes 8 servings 2 cups buttermilk 1 tablespoon Dijon … more
The taste of fresh tamales without the work: Chicken Tamale Pie
Tamales are a traditional Mesoamerican dish made of a masa dough and fillings, and then steamed in a corn husk or banana leaves. While tamales certainly are delicious, the time-consuming nature of making them may compel some to avoid preparing them … more
School night meals that help busy families share time together
Weeknights often feel like a race against the clock. Busy families feel the squeeze from school pickups, homework and social commitments, but dinner remains one of the few opportunities for everyone … more
Sticky rice recipes will satisfy your sweet tooth
Although many people associate rice with savory dishes, this staple grain can actually level up your dessert game, too. Cultures from around the world have invented a variety of creative ways to turn the sticky rice in your pantry … more
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Potato salad with a twist
Potato salad is a backyard barbecue staple, and this recipe for Potato Salad With New Potatoes, Zucchini, Olives, and Almond Pesto from Lines+Angles offers a fresh and tasty twist to this popular side dish. Potato Salad With New Potatoes, … more
Lasagna with Zucchini and Meat Sauce hits the spot
Comfort food is an umbrella term that refers to a wide array of dishes. For fans of Italian food, there may be no dish that fits the comfort food mold better than lasagna. Lasagna can be made with a wide array of ingredients, and each iteration of … more
This Stars and Stripes Pie is designed to wow on the Fourth of July
For the Stars and Stripes Pie in my cookbook, "50 Pies, 50 States," I wanted something that would be a showstopper at any Fourth of July barbecue. I got fancy, using foil as a divider when filling … more
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How to make crunchy half-sour pickles with a shortcut refrigerator ferment
If you know deli lingo, you know that half-sour pickles are crunchy, bright-green pickles, not the duller green of more familiar long-soured pickles. Half sours have a distinct snap and much gentler flavor. This recipe from our cookbook "Cold … more
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