RecipesLayered Asian Dip Guests are quick to dig into this delectable dip. With tender chunks of chicken and Asian seasoning, it’s a nice switch from traditional taco dip.— Bonnie Mazur, Reedsburg, Wisconsin
RecipesGerman Vegetable Soup My sister-in-law gave me this recipe—it’s a nice thick soup. It does call for quite a few ingredients, but the taste is worth it!—Gundrun Braker, Burnett, Wisconsin
RecipesHam & Swiss Bread Pudding This rich and hearty brunch dish is loaded with ham, mushrooms and cheese, plus layers of sliced French bread. It’s a terrific choice when you have overnight guests.
RecipesSwiss Vegetable Medley A colorful combination of vegetables, this is a nice side dish with either a beef or pork roast and also a great luncheon dish. It’s easy to assemble and can be made ahead of time.
RecipesOrzo with Parmesan & Basil Dried basil adds its rich herb flavor to this creamy and delicious skillet side dish that’s table-ready in just minutes! —Anna Chaney, Antigo, Wisconsin
RecipesHazelnut Hot Chocolate Vanilla beans and a hazelnut liqueur like Frangelico lend a sophisticated flavor to this hot chocolate. With such rich taste, it could be served as a dessert. —Michael Compean, Fountain Hills, Arizona
RecipesFrench Onion Casserole Fans of French onion soup will gobble up this comforting casserole. The 30-minute side dish would be a nice accompaniment to beef entrees.—Margaret McClatchey, Loveland, Colorado
RecipesPotluck Macaroni and Cheese You’ll always have a winner at the potluck when you bring macaroni and cheese. Here’s an extra-rich, creamy version for the slow cooker. —Jennifer Blondek, Chicopee, Massachusetts
IngredientsThe Best Places to Order Chicken Online There are so many good reasons to buy chicken online, but which poultry is worth the premium price? We tested 10 services to find the best-of-the-best chicken delivery.
RecipesAntipasto Pasta Salad This colorful antipasto salad is a tasty crowd-pleaser. Guests love the homemade dressing, which is a nice change from bottled Italian. — Linda Harrington, Windham, New Hampshire
RecipesChicken with Spinach and Mushrooms Chicken breasts stay nice and moist tucked under a blanket of melted cheese. It’s extra special to serve but is not tricky to make. —Katrina Wagner, Grain Valley, Missouri
Home & Living10 Things You Need to Know Before Buying Booze at Costco Shopping for Costco alcohol can be an adventure. Here’s what to keep in mind when buying spirits, like the fact that alcohol is nonrefundable in some states!
RecipesChampagne Party Punch To make this punch even more festive, float an ice ring in the punch. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Meal Types30 Contest-Winning Frozen Desserts to Satisfy Your Summer Sweet Tooth I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream…and popsicles and pies and the rest of these irresistible frozen desserts.
TechniquesWe Tried the KitchenAid Bread Bowl—Here’s What We Thought Wondering if you need the new KitchenAid bread bowl attachment? One of our pros put this gadget to the test.
Test KitchenHow to Make a Nicoise Salad Looking for a simple salad recipe for lunch or dinner? Nicoise salad is the way to go, and it’s pretty easy to make at home.