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RecipesCheesy Beef Spirals “My mom shared this easy-to-assemble casserole years ago,” recalls Brenda Marschall of Poplar Bluff, Missouri. “It’s very good with garlic toast,” she adds. Large shell macaroni or ziti noodles can be used instead of spiral pasta.
RecipesCheddar Beef Enchiladas I created these enchiladas to satisfy several picky eaters in our house. They were an instant hit and are now requested at least once a week. I especially like that we can enjoy this meal twice by freezing half for a later (and busier) day. —Stacy Cizek, Conrad, Iowa
RecipesBeef and Spinach Lasagna Using no-cook noodles gives you a jump start on assembling this hearty main dish. It cuts nicely after standing for a few minutes, revealing flavorful layers. —Carolyn Schmeling, Brookfield, Wisconsin
RecipesCheese Beef Burritos After a busy day, this is a dish that I can get on the table fast. The recipe came about totally by accident: I started throwing things together and soon I had a winner! Everyone who has tried these burritos goes home with the recipe. —Amanda Alford, Hopedale, Illinois
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RecipesBrown-Bag Burritos “For a change from sandwiches, we like burritos-something many people don’t consider in a brown-bag lunch,” says Rhonda Cliett of Barton, Texas. “They’re good cold or easy to heat if a microwave’s available.”
RecipesShepherd’s Pie Twice-Baked Potatoes This recipe features the best of two classics—baked potatoes and shepherd’s pie. Serve with a green salad, and satisfaction is guaranteed even for those with the heartiest appetites. —Cyndy Gerken, Naples, Florida
RecipesDeep-Dish Pizza My family devours this crusty pan pizza with easy-to-swap toppings. Use a combination of green, red and yellow peppers for extra color. —Patricia Howson, Carstairs, Alberta
RecipesMeatball Cabbage Rolls My mother often had these cabbage rolls simmering in her slow cooker when my family and I arrived at her house for weekend visits. The mouthwatering meatballs tucked inside made these stand out from any other cabbage rolls I’ve tried. —Betty Buckmaster, Muskogee, Oklahoma
RecipesBurrito Pie Layers of cheese, meat sauce and tortillas create a satisfying Mexican lasagna kids of all ages will love. The recipe makes two casseroles, so you’ll have an easy meal later, too. —Renee Starret, Benton, Louisiana
RecipesBeefy Chili Dogs For years, people have told me I make the best hot dog chili out there. It’s timeless, it’s family-friendly, and I carry the recipe with me because people ask for it. —Vicki Boyd, Mechanicsville, Virginia
RecipesSpaghetti with Italian Meatballs Sharon Crider sends this hearty spaghetti dinner from Junction City, Kansas. “It’s one of my family’s favorite recipes,” she writes. “We enjoy servings of the sauce with a variety of pasta.”