RecipesShredded Buffalo Chicken This slow cooker dump dinner is one of my go-to’s. The lighter chicken is a nice alternative to pulled pork. —Kim Ciepluch, Kenosha, Wisconsin
RecipesApple Camembert Salad I like to serve this refreshing main-dish salad with thinly sliced pork roast or diced chicken breast. —Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho
RecipesMandarin-Walnut Lettuce Salad THE sweetened walnuts add a nice crunch to this salad and a taste compatible with oranges. The dressing is sweet, tangy and light…just right for the simple ingredients of the salad.
RecipesCrunchy Broccoli Bake Lima beans combine nicely with broccoli in this veggie casserole. Water chestnuts and a cereal topping add fun crunch. —Ruth Andrewson, Leavenworth, Washington
RecipesSaucy Green Bean Bake Here’s a different way to serve green beans. It’s a nice change of pace from plain vegetables. —June Formanek, Belle Plaine, Iowa
RecipesOld-Fashioned Fudge Cake This simple one-layer cake has a nice texture, cuts well, is moist and the frosting is fast and easy to make. —Mary Schillinger, Woodstock, Georgia
RecipesPineapple Chiffon Cake with Pineapple Frosting This tall, moist cake makes quite an impression on a dessert table. Pineapple is a nice addition to the cake and frosting.—Joyce Maynard, St Ignatius, Montana
RecipesSpinach Chicken Enchiladas My husband is a pastor, so I fix meals for large groups often. This one is a favorite and a nice change from the usual beef enchiladas.
RecipesPhilly Cheese Fakes for Two Mushrooms are the key to this twist on popular Philly steak sandwiches—a nice meatless meal option that’s tangy and tasty. —Veronica Vadakan, Portland, Oregon
RecipesEasy Chicken Broccoli Pasta “This is so easy to throw together in a pinch. It’s great served with some crusty bread and a nice veggie salad.” Renee Pajestka – Brunswick, Ohio
RecipesCrackling Hot Cocoa This hot chocolate recipe is more than a warm-you-up—it’s rich and thick decadence in a mug. —Cyndi Nistico, Palm Island, Florida
RecipesAgave Roasted Parsnips Deliciously sweet and aromatic, this side dish of roasted parsnips nicely spices up any traditional meal.—Kathleen Thorson, Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin
RecipesBroiled Parmesan and Swiss Tomatoes Planning to serve steak or tenderloin? These cheesy tomatoes make the ideal accompaniment. Plus, the recipe is simple to double for guests. —Mary Price, Youngstown, Ohio
RecipesAsparagus Brie Soup “This rich soup is wonderful when fresh asparagus is in season,” reports Melissa Petrek-Myer of Austin, Texas. “It’s an elegant dish to serve company.”
Cooking with Gear & GadgetsOur Favorite Dutch Ovens for Cozy Meals in One Convenient Pot We love a Dutch oven for cozy family meals, like casseroles and soups. Here are the best Dutch ovens at every price point and style.
RecipesSavory Cookies These bite-sized snacks are rich, buttery and full of flavor. You can serve them alone or with a dip.—Mildred Sherrer, Fort Worth, Texas