RecipesMexican Steak Fajitas In my Mexican steak fajitas recipe, tender strips of sirloin pick up plenty of spicy flavor from a marinade seasoned with cayenne pepper and cumin. This colorful dish is speedy and satisfying. —Shirley Hilger, Lincoln, Nebraska
RecipesLemon-Parsley Tilapia I like to include seafood in our weekly dinner rotation but don’t want to bother with anything complicated (and it had better taste good or the family will riot). This herbed fish does the trick. —Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho
RecipesMelon with Raspberry Sauce Refreshing melon slices fanned out in a pretty pool of raspberry sauce create a light but elegant ending to any special-occasion meal.
RecipesCube Steak Stroganoff This “comfort food” dish is a favorite for my husband and me, and I’ve shared the recipe with many others.—Margery Bryan, Royal City, Washington
RecipesPay Dirt Cake With layers of crushed chocolate sandwich cookies and creamy filling, this is definitely a rich dessert. You can decorate the top with a few wrapped chocolate coins. —Betty Jean Jordan, Monticello, Georgia
RecipesChicken with Mustard Gravy A rich gravy made with honey mustard and sour cream drapes nicely over these golden-brown chicken breasts. They’re cooked on the stovetop in minutes and sure to please the whole family. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
RecipesGrilled Chicken Guacamole with Cherry Tomatoes Watching your carb intake? Then you’ve got to try this grilled chicken guacamole. Simple ingredients turn a snack into a gourmet meal. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
RecipesHabanero and Mango Guacamole For the ultimate sweet-spicy combo, pair mango guacamole with fresh habanero chili peppers. Depending on your preferences, you can control the guac’s heat with the number of pepper seeds you use. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
RecipesPepperoni Rigatoni My friend and I worked out this recipe as a main dish for the cafeteria at work. It’s also become a favorite among teenagers at our church, who make a beeline for it at potlucks.—Becky Fisk, Ashland City, Tennessee
RecipesSeasoned Salt Our family is self-reliant and likes to make things from scratch—including spices and seasonings. The kids jostle for a turn to mix up Seasoned Salt. It’s a favorite sprinkled on our sliced homegrown tomatoes.
RecipesChicken Strawberry Salad Salads are the meal of choice when our Texas temperatures hover in the 90s. In this one, I use locally grown strawberries, fresh greens and chicken strips. It makes a light and colorful lunch on a hot summer day.
RecipesMustard Dip Some like it hot—but others prefer a mustard that’s mildly sweet. This easy-to-make food gift can be fixed either way. It really keeps its “zip” in the refrigerator.
RecipesBlueberry Fruit Dip This fruit dip makes a great snack for my kids. What could be better after a long day at school? —Renee Sevigny, Wayland, Michigan
RecipesBaked Potato Slices My husband has become a gourmet cook and these sliced baked potatoes are a part of his favorite meal. It is easy to assemble and delicious with its simple ingredients.
RecipesSpicy Asparagus Spears This no-fuss dish gets its zippy taste from Cajun seasoning and crushed red pepper flakes. Even those who don’t like asparagus will enjoy these buttery spears.