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Southern-Style Meat Loaf

When my husband and I moved to the South, we discovered our love for pimiento cheese! Its addition lends flair to this tried-and-true southern meatloaf recipe. —Patricia Getson, Wilmington, North Carolina

Kabobless Chicken and Vegetables

As the primary caregiver for my grandma, I am trying to cook healthier for her. I am fascinated with Mediterranean...


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Quick and Simple Meatballs

Keep a batch of these meatballs in your freezer for an easy weeknight meal. This simple meatball recipe can be...


Sue’s Spicy Tomato Basil Tortellini

A friend remarked about a similar baked tortellini dish at a restaurant, so I wanted to try re-creating it for...


Italian Shredded Pork Stew

Need a warm meal for a chilly night? Throw together this slow-cooked stew that’s brightened with fresh sweet potatoes, kale...

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Buffalo Chicken Lasagna

This recipe was inspired by my daughter's favorite food—Buffalo wings! It tastes as if it came from a restaurant. —Melissa...


Pepperoni Lasagna

I've served this satisfying lasagna for years - when our children were small, they preferred it more than a steak...

Mozzarella Sticks

I'm particularly fond of these tasty mozzarella sticks because they're baked, not fried. Cheese is one of my family's favorite...


Sausage & Pepperoni Pizza Lasagna

We love pepperoni pizza at our house so much that I wanted to try adding some to my favorite Italian...


Crunchy Italian Snack Mix

Every time my son visits, he asks me to make "the snack mix." It has become a requirement when we...


Italian Parmesan Snack Mix

A favorite sausage pizza inspired me to create this savory mix. It has great Italian flavors in a fun-to-eat snack...

Muffin-Cup Cheddar Beef Pies

My kids love these beef rolls so much. I always make extra since they heat up so quickly. I give...


Presto Pizza Patties

Craving both beef and pizza? These patties feature both in an open-faced sandwich. And they're lighter than you'd think! —Barbara...


Slow-Cooker Pizza

Always a hit at our church dinners, this hearty casserole keeps folks coming back for more. —Julie Sterchi from Jackson,...


Lasagna Dip

My lasagna noodle chips turned out great and are out-of-this-world crispy. And the dip truly tastes like rich, cheesy Italian-American...


Grilled Wing Zingers

My husband fine-tuned this recipe—and the results were spectacular! These spicy-hot grilled wings help make the party. You can easily...

Makeover Loaded Pizza

Now everyone can enjoy family pizza night. We lightened up a classic recipe and shaved off half the calories, three-fourths...


Portobello Mushroom Pizza Cups

Making stuffed portobellos for guys watching a hockey game was quite an endeavor. I made two dozen for six guys,...


Breadstick Pizza

Not only do refrigerated breadsticks lend a fun twist to pizza, but they make this dish a weeknight staple at...


Pepperoni Pizza

My husband worked in Chicago-area pizza restaurants throughout high school and college. He says pizza is a work of art,...


Family-Pleasing Pizza

This tastes great as is, but can easily be adapted to fit your family's preferences. “I use this quick recipe...


Sausage Spinach Pizza

My husband loves this pizza, and it’s the best way for him to get his fix while staying in his...


Slow-Cooker Pizza Dip

I created this dip for my daughter's pizza-themed birthday party. It was an instant hit and I've continued to take...


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String Cheese Stuffed-Crust Pizza

There's no pizza delivery in our rural community, so I rely on this recipe instead. The edges of the no-fail...


Italian Seasoning

Who needs added salt when you can give breads, pasta, spaghetti sauce and other dishes an Italian flair? Use this...

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Quick Chicken Parmesan

My mother inspired me to develop my first pasta sauce. It's tangy, simple and really satisfying. The longer it simmers,...


Ratatouille with Polenta

If you only know Ratatouille as a kids’ movie, you’re in for a treat. Created in the Provence region of...


Italian Spaghetti with Chicken & Roasted Vegetables

When I get a craving for homemade tomato sauce, I make a zesty batch to toss with chicken and veggies....


Italian Sausage Spaghetti Sauce

True, a jarred sauce offers wonderful convenience. But a homemade version absolutely can’t be beat! Try this versatile sauce over...


Hearty Garden Spaghetti

My husband and I wanted a pleasing dish that didn’t leave a ton of leftovers. My spaghetti with beef and...


Beef Zucchini Soup

"I make this wonderful garden-fresh soup as soon as my homegrown zucchini is plentiful," remarks Betty Claycomb from Alverton, Pennsylvania....