Meatball 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.
Hearty Lentil Spaghetti
“You won't miss any meat in this spaghetti sauce,” writes Marie Bender of Henderson, Nevada. Packed full of lentils and Italian flavors, this sauce is thick, hearty and zesty.
Scallop Stir Fry
This saucy seafood stir-fry from our Test Kitchen features scallops, curry, ginger and a colorful medley of vegetables.
Pork Chops with Orange Glaze
"I came across the recipe for this glaze in a grilling manual but wasn't satisfied with it. I kept the combination of orange marmalade and lime juice and adapted the seasonings to my liking," explains Helen Faddis of Gloucester, Massachusetts. "It's also great on spareribs and chicken."
Meaty Spinach Manicotti
This hearty stuffed pasta dish will feed a crowd. Tangy tomato sauce tops manicotti that's filled with a mouthwatering blend of Italian sausage, chicken, spinach and mozzarella cheese. Be prepared to share the recipe!
Mushroom Beef and Noodles
I've prepared this flavorful beef dish many times for family and friends. I've also shared the easy six-ingredient recipe with lots of cooks, and everyone thinks it's great. —Virgil Killman, Mascoutah, Illinois
Tuna Stuffed Baked Potatoes
Using canned tuna keeps this dish right in a target budget. A dollop of pickle relish on top brings out that classic tuna salad flavor.
Scalloped Chicken Supper
Canned soup and a package of scalloped potato mix hurry along this creamy and comforting casserole sent in by Cheryl Maczko. "You can use either leftover chicken or turkey," suggests the Arthurdale, West Virginia cook.
Chicken Sausage Skillet
My sister Mary, an excellent cook, shared this wonderful recipe—I've always loved its tantalizing blend of ingredients. It came to mind immediately when I saw the announcement for CW's Savory Stir-Fry and Skillet Suppers contest. (I didn't tell Mary I entered it. What a nice surprise it will be when she sees her recipe printed in the magazine!)
Lentil and Pasta Stew
Warm up with a big bowl of this stick-to-your-ribs stew that’s chock-full of chopped smoked sausage, hearty veggies and tender lentils. It’s terrific with oven-fresh baked bread.
Chalupa Grande
Mother made this dish for field lunches during cotton harvest. She's a great cook, and I give her lots of credit for my kitchen know-how. My husband, Jeff, and I have a 1-1/2-year-old daughter. I plan to pass Mom's recipes on to her.
Turkey Mole Tacos
In contrast to traditional tacos, these taste complete as is, without further garnishes or sauces. I’ve also made this using bite-sized pieces of chicken thighs and increasing the cooking time appropriately.
Apricot Cranberry Chicken
Before we had kids, my husband and I used to make a lot of challenging recipes, but now we keep things a little simpler. This tangy chicken has big flavors that everybody likes.
Quick Ginger Pork
My husband and I are empty nesters. It was a challenge learning to cook for just two again, but recipes like this give us delicious scaled-down dinners.
Turkey Thyme Stuffed Peppers
Chloe, my 3-year-old, is a big fan of these healthy peppers, which have a wonderful thyme flavor. She likes to help mix the ingredients and make meals with me.
Italian Chops With Pasta
Thanks to an Italian makeover, this pork is perfection in a pan! Tender chops, red wine, fire-roasted tomatoes and penne pasta make a luscious complete meal in minutes.