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    Caprese Eggplant Hero

    Eggplant Caprese is a wonderful way to showcase fresh produce including tomatoes, eggplant and basil. During the summer when tomatoes are at the most delicious, I love to create new recipes to eat as many tomatoes as possible! This recipe is so tasty that my family enjoys eating it in every season.You don't need to peel the eggplant. The peel adds some texture and nutrients, and it helps holds the form a little better. It's a taste preference. Change it up and add sliced mushrooms in addition to or instead of the spinach. —Stacy Corday, Waxhaw, NC

    Spicy Roasted Carrot Hummus

    Carrot hummus is a wonderful appetizer for Easter, Mother’s Day or any spring gathering. The roasted carrots give this hummus...


    Pina Colada Lush

    Pina colada lush is such a fantastic warm weather dessert—it's so light and refreshing, and a breeze to make! I...


    Southern Peach Toasts

    These bruleed peach toasts are my creative homage to the beloved southern fresh peach cobbler. It is an upscale presentation...


    Tex-Mex Potato Salad

    I created this Tex-Mex potato salad for one of my cooking classes, and it was a hit. It's perfect for...

    Memphis Barbecue Sauce

    I created this Memphis BBQ sauce recipe for our summer picnics because we love to grill. It can be made...


    Russian Potato Salad

    This Russian potato salad recipe comes from my grandmother, who had written it down in Russian before she translated it...

    Cheesy Bruschetta Spread

    Every bite of this cheesy dip delivers tons of flavor. I have been asked over and over again for the...


    Sweet Corn-Tomato Salad

    I always make this for family events and parties. It reminds me of all the fun barbecues and picnics over...


    Easy Grilled Corn with Chipotle-Lime Butter

    Grilling corn in the husks is so easy. There's no need to remove the silk and tie the husk closed...


    Summer Orzo

    I’m always looking for fun ways to use the fresh veggies that come in my Community Supported Agriculture box, and...

    Portobello Burgers

    These grilled portobello mushroom burgers from Theresa Sabbagh of Winston-Salem, North Carolina taste like the classic with a meatless twist.


    Warm Black Bean Dip

    Cumin and chili powder pack plenty of zip into this chunky bean dip, which is served warm. It's a great...


    Hoagie Buns

    Fresh from the oven, these homemade buns provide a delicious and convenient way to serve my beef.—Betty Sitzman, Wray, Colorado


    Classic Texas Caviar

    I adapted this texas caviar from one in a cookbook I received a long time ago, and now, I can't...


    Butterscotch Fruit Dip

    If you like the sweetness of butterscotch chips, you'll enjoy this warm rum-flavored fruit dip. I serve it with apple...

    Warm Mustard Potato Salad

    This tangy mixture is wonderful and so different from traditional potato salads. The Dijon mustard and dill spark the flavor....


    Summertime Pasta Salad

    Nothing says summer quite like a cool pasta salad with loads of vegetables! Best of all, this recipe calls for...


    Honey-Mustard Potato Salad

    Whenever there is a picnic or cookout, I am asked to bring my potato salad. It’s tangy and a little...


    Yummy Chocolate Dip

    Turn fresh fruit into an irresistible and tantalizing snack or dessert with this dreamy, creamy chocolate dip. Four ingredients and...


    Broccoli & Chive Stuffed Mini Peppers

    There's plenty of both crunch and cream in these party appetizers. Fresh chives help them really stand out. —Jean McKenzie,...


    Quick Cold Vegetable Pizza

    This is one of my favorite vegetable recipes. Even youngsters love it. I've made it for a light lunch and...


    Mixed Bean Salad

    Making this colorful salad a day ahead gives it time to marinate. We love its flavorful tangy-sweet dressing.


    Hot Pizza Dip

    You can assemble this easy appetizer in a jiffy. The pizza dip goes very fast, so you may want to...


    Overnight Coleslaw

    This has been a very popular salad from my recipe box for a long, long time! Before I retired, when...

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    Olive Caprese Salad

    When heirloom tomatoes arrive, feature them with red onions, green olives and a surprising twist-star anise. —Julie Merriman, Seattle, Washington


    Three Potato Salad

    This pretty salad - made with white, red and sweet potatoes - tastes as good as it looks. The mild...


    Grandma’s Potato Salad

    Our Fourth of July feast wouldn't be complete without this chilled old-fashioned potato salad. It's my grandma's treasured recipe. —Sue...


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    Grilled Broccoli

    I started using this grilled broccoli recipe in 1987 when I began cooking light. It's been a favorite side dish...


    Dilly Potato & Egg Salad

    Everyone has a favorite potato salad, and this is mine. As a young bride, I was eager to learn how...


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    Classic Macaroni Salad

    This classic macaroni salad recipe is a...