soups and salads
Soups & Salads
Slow Cooker Black Bean Soup
This slow cooker black bean soup may be the most effortless way to put those wonderful flavors on your table. It takes just 15 minutes' prep, and takes care of itself from there.
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Turkey Soup
Use up all those turkey leftovers, from the meat to the bones, in this comforting homemade turkey soup.
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Bean and Bacon Soup
This comforting Bean and Bacon Soup combines tender beans, crispy bacon, and a rich, savory broth for a hearty meal that's perfect for any day of the week.
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Pumpkin Coconut Soup
Thai food lovers will go crazy for this soup. It has a deep flavor from the combination of onion, coconut milk and spices.
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Roast Pork Soup
This well-seasoned, satisfying soup has a rich, full-bodied broth brimming with potatoes, navy beans and tender chunks of pork. It's been a family favorite for years. Served with cornbread, it's one of our comfort foods in winter.
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DIY Salad in a Jar
Our farm-fresh salad is layered with gorgeous garden veggies. And we built in a homemade dressing flavored with fresh herbs. Just shake it up to eat the rainbow. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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Brussels Sprouts & Quinoa Salad
With Brussels sprouts for the green and cranberries for the red, I make a cheery Christmastime salad. Refreshing and versatile, it works with any kind of nut or dried fruit.
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Cobb Salad
Cobb salad might have started with a handful of leftovers, but it has become a classic.
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World’s Best Kale Salad
Instead of your average dinner salad, try a kale salad. I didn't like kale until I made this!
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Tarragon Tuna Salad
It's surprising how a few herbs can brighten up tuna salad. Made with reduced-fat mayonnaise, this version gets its zip from mustard. It makes a terrific light lunch or Sunday brunch dish.
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Summertime Slaw
As a change from mayonnaise-laden slaw, I created this refreshing alternative. It uses many of the garden vegetables I grow, so it's also economical. I serve it at our family reunion each Fourth of July, and it's always a big hit at get-togethers.
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Greek Pasta Salad
This Greek pasta salad recipe is packed with fresh veggies, feta, olives and a bright dressing. It's perfect for warm-weather potlucks and barbecues.
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Southwestern Pasta Salad
I created this southwestern pasta salad for a friend who owns a catering business. I was told it was a hit at her events and it's now among the most-requested dishes.
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Turkey and Pasta Ranch Salad
This easy pasta salad is loaded with fresh veggies, and the classic ranch dressing makes it appealing to kids.
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Sesame Chicken Noodle Salad
This is my go-to recipe when I have no time. It’s quick, easy and you can use almost anything from the fridge.
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Cowboy Caviar Corn and Black Bean Salad
This cowboy caviar is full of big flavors. Serve with scoop chips so you can get the most out of every bite!
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Black Eyed Pea Salad
Along with treating this as a main meal or a side, you can also treat it like a dip or serve your black eyed peas salad on toast. If you’re heading to a picnic you could put servings into individual containers for ease.
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White Bean Arugula Salad
My red, white and green salad is inspired by the Italian flag. Top it with shaved Parmesan.
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Bulgur Salad
In a large serving bowl, combine the bulgur, beans, tomatoes, cucumber and green onions. Drizzle the mixture with the dressing, and toss the salad until everything is evenly coated. Before serving, sprinkle the salad with the crumbled feta and pine nuts.