RecipesPenne From Heaven “This fast, fresh-tasting side dish comes very close to a delicious treatment for pasta I enjoyed while in Italy,” relates Dorothy Roche from Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin. “You can also serve it with a green salad and toasted garlic bread for a light meal.”
RecipesChicken and Asparagus Bundles My husband is a big asparagus fan, so I had to try this chicken-wrapped asparagus recipe. It’s a mainstay when I want something unusual but simple for guests. For variety, you can leave off the sauce and serve the bundles chilled for lunch. —Donna Lohnes, Wooster, Ohio
RecipesCurrywurst When I lived in Berlin, Germany, one of my favorite things to eat was currywurst and pommes frites. After I came back to the States, I created my own version, which is a pretty close second. —Julie Merriman, Seattle, Washington
RecipesBreaded Air-Fryer Summer Squash Air-fryer summer squash is beautifully crisp. You don’t have to turn the fried pieces, but do keep an eye on them. —Debi Mitchell, Flower Mound, Texas
RecipesTomato Galette with Basil Pesto and Feta This rustic tomato galette recipe is a delicious way to use summer cherry tomatoes. Its simple, flaky butter pie crust is filled with ripe heirloom or Roma tomatoes, pesto and feta cheese. —Kate Wood, The Wood and Spoon
RecipesGreek Couscous Salad Bright flavors and crisp raw veggies make a satisfying salad that’s hearty enough to be a full meal. —Teri Rasey, Cadillac, Michigan
RecipesPesto Flatbread We kneaded basil, oregano and Parmesan cheese into packaged bread dough for this full-flavored crust. Purchased pesto sauce keeps the pesto flatbread big on taste and convenience. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
RecipesFresh Tomato Basil Pizza I crave this bruschetta-like pizza in spring, when I’m planting tomatoes in our garden. Slices make great appetizers when the tomatoes are ripe. But you can also serve the pizza alongside a grilled entree or as a meatless main course.
RecipesOlive Veggie Pizza My husband is in the Navy, and I often feed several of his fellow officers,“ says Becky Fore of El Cajon, California. “They always ask for this pizza. I have to make four pies to feed them!
RecipesGlazed Corned Beef and Cabbage My mother was a wonderful cook who inspired me to experiment with recipes. This unique recipe features a Dijon mustard glaze on the corned beef, and a tangy horseradish sauce with the cabbage and red potatoes. The meal receives raves every time I serve it.
RecipesEasy Sesame Green Beans “My love for Chinese cooking sparked this easy, healthy side dish. I use just-picked beans from our garden. It’s great with grilled chicken or pork.” —Debra Broeker, Rocky Mount, Missouri
RecipesMaple Jalapenos Craving something sweet with a little bit of heat? Try these creamy, sweet, hot and savory treats. One bite, and you won’t be able to stop! —Nicole Larson, American Fork, Utah
RecipesBroccoli Chicken Salad A sweet and creamy dressing coats this hearty chicken-and-veggie salad shared by Susan Blades of Grand Prairie, Texas.
RecipesBlue Cheese Dressing I tasted this tangy blue cheese dressing for the first time at a friend’s house. She gave me the recipe, and now I make it every week. I always keep some in my refrigerator. This homemade recipe tastes much better than bottled blue cheese dressing and it’s a snap to make. —Barbara Nowakowski, North Tonawanda, New York
RecipesPotato and Cabbage Casserole I have fond memories of Mom making this home-style supper in our farmhouse kitchen. The mild cabbage flavor appeals to everyone. – Nancy Mathiowetz, Hector, Minnesota.