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    Duck with Brandy Bing Cherry Sauce

    Elegant, delicious and colorful, this French duck dish is perfect to serve for special occasions. —Francine Lizotte, Langley, British Columbia



    Savory Tomato and Olive Oatmeal

    Who says oatmeal has to be sweet? I love this savory oatmeal recipe because it starts my day in a...


    Penne All’Arrabiata

    Pasta all'arrabiata, a classic Italian recipe, is my comfort food be it summer or winter. My kids and I love...

    Citrus Coconut Steamed Cod

    I love to make this fusion meal on weeknights when I am short on time but want something big in...


    Crunchy White Baked Macaroni & Cheese

    This creamy, bubbly, indulgent classic is down-home comfort food at its finest. The topping is made with panko bread crumbs...

    Orzo with Feta and Arugula

    In my family, we love salads because they’re an interesting way to blend many different flavors. This orzo salad is...


    Orange-Glazed Meatballs

    I love the sweet orange marmalade paired with the zip of a jalapeno in this sweet-sour glaze. —Bonnie Stallings, Martinsburg,...


    Barbecue and Beer Meatballs

    This simple meatball recipe relies on timesaving ingredients like frozen meatballs and barbecue sauce. It's the perfect last-minute appetizer! —Taste...


    White Chili for 2

    This chili for two goes over especially well on a cool night. We're racing fans, and I'm frequently asked to...

    Bulgur Jambalaya

    I like making this dish because it allows me to stay on track for my weight loss without giving up...


    Bread Bowl Chili

    I like meals that are simple to prepare, yet offer maximum taste. Served in hallowed-out rolls, this hearty chili offers...


    Pepperoni Pizza Chili

    We love this on a chilly day. A big bowl warms you right up, and the leftovers freeze well. I...


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    Candied Pecans

    I pack these easy candied pecans in jars tied with pretty ribbon for family and friends. My granddaughter gave some...


    Kids’ Favorite Chili

    This third-generation hearty chili is a family favorite. It's a sweet and easy chili that's sure to warm up the...

    White Chili with Hominy

    To make this chili a day ahead, cool, cover and chill after removing from the heat. The next day, reheat...


    Fiesta Ham Soup

    Chowders are a scrumptious way to warm the spirits during the holidays. Our festive soup is brimming with ham, green...


    Quick Chili

    Canned soup and beans are the secrets to the recipe's rapid preparation. For even faster meal making brown, drain and...


    Cheesy Chili

    My six grandchildren enjoy feasting on big bowls of this zesty chili. It's so creamy and tasty, you can even...


    Cheesy Chicken Chowder

    I like to serve this hearty chowder as a meal with garlic bread and a salad. It's a wonderful dish...


    Green Bean Chili

    When folks hear this recipe's name, they're certainly skeptical. But after one taste, they're asking for the recipe! This chili...


    Rich Hot Chocolate

    Each winter in early February my friends and I gather for an outdoor show called Mittenfest. We skip the Bloody...


    White Bean and Chicken Chili

    To create this yummy white chili, I adapted three different recipes. It’s mild, so everyone can dig in. People who...


    Potato Beer Cheese Soup

    This satisfying potato soup has a velvety texture that's not too thick or too thin. The subtle flavors of beer...

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    Beer-Cheese Velvet Soup

    This soup was a hit with a group of German exchange teachers who visited our high school. When I don't...


    Swedish Dill Meatballs

    The allspice and nutmeg—plus a hint of dill—are what give these tender meatballs their special old-world flavor.—Kathy Ringel, Saline, Michigan


    Fresh Corn Chowder

    This creamy corn and potato dish is perfect when you yearn for a full-bodied soup with lots of down-home flavor....


    Wild West Chili

    My sister-in-law, who has cooked for many years at the family ranch, shared this hearty recipe with me. I make...


    Bulgur Chili

    This vegetarian chili is zesty, but it also offers a slight hint of sweetness. Because it doesn't have to simmer...


    Heartwarming Beef & Pork Chili

    Loaded with both beef and pork, this chili is extra meaty. I keep it mild so it's easy on sensitive...