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Photo of: Sweet Restaurant Slaw

Sweet Restaurant Slaw

Submitted by: Sandi Johnson
Living In: Silver City, New Mexico, USA
Easy to make with convenient, packaged coleslaw, in this version the creamy dressing with vinegar, sugar and vegetable oil is close to what's served at popular fried chicken, burger and fish restaurants. 
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Dave's Low Country Boil

Submitted by: Lisa Guidos
Living In: Sylvania, Georgia, USA
Famous in the Low Country of Georgia and South Carolina. This boil is done best on an outdoor cooker. It has sausage, shrimp, crab, potatoes and corn for an all-in-one pot all-you-can-eat buffet! 
Photo of: Crunchy Romaine Toss

Crunchy Romaine Toss

Submitted by: Bissy Crosby
Provided by: Simple & Delicious
As the soup simmers I throw together Crunchy Romaine Toss,' she notes. Ramen noodles, broccoli and nuts get a unique treatment in this salad from a sweet-tart dressing. 'Guests always ask for the recipe,' she says. 
Photo of: Peanut Butter Apple Dip

Peanut Butter Apple Dip

Submitted by: Kim Marie Van Rheenen
Provided by: Simple & Delicious
Kim Marie Van Rheenen of Mendota, Illinois reports, 'At our family gatherings, I'm 'required' to serve this creamy dip - so I'm thankful it mixes up so quickly! It's especially attractive served with red and green apple wedges.' 
Photo of: Greek Pasta Salad with Shrimp, Tomatoes, Zucchini, Peppers, and Feta

Greek Pasta Salad with Shrimp, Tomatoes, Zucchini, Peppers, and Feta

Submitted by: USA WEEKEND columnist Pam Anderson
Provided by: USA Weekend
Zucchini and yellow bell peppers are grilled ahead of time and combined with shrimp, cherry tomatoes, and feta cheese. I leave the Dijon dressing on the side and toss it at the picnic, just before serving. 

Mad Hatter Salad

Submitted by: KSOTTESON
Home Town: Stanton, Michigan, USA
Living In: Cedar Springs, Michigan, USA
A mixture of cole slaw, green onions and broccoli combined with a dry mixture and a delicious dressing to create a wonderful salad that everyone will want the recipe for. Great for family, church, or barbeque gatherings! 
Photo of: Amazing Spicy Grilled Shrimp

Amazing Spicy Grilled Shrimp

Submitted by: pat
A blend of olive and sesame oil, hot sauce and chile sauce make this is an amazing spicy grilled shrimp recipe. 
Photo of: Venison Bacon Burgers

Venison Bacon Burgers

Submitted by: Lupin Pooter
Home Town: Sherborne, Dorset, England, U.K.
Crisp, crumbly bacon is mixed into seasoned ground venison to make the best burgers you've ever tasted! 
Photo of: Caldo de Res (Mexican Beef Soup)

Caldo de Res (Mexican Beef Soup)

Submitted by: LKONIS
This is an extremely hearty and satisfying soup. The hind shank flavors the broth beautifully as does the marrow in the bones. 
Photo of: Blueberry Cheesecake Ice Cream

Blueberry Cheesecake Ice Cream

Submitted by: Melissa Symington
Provided by: Taste of Home
'After sampling this flavor at an ice cream stand, I kept trying to duplicate it until it was just right,' relates Melissa Symington from Neche, North Dakota. 
Photo of: Three-Berry Lemon Trifle

Three-Berry Lemon Trifle

Submitted by: Ilene Doty
Provided by: Taste of Home
'This special recipe was given to me by a friend,' Ilene Doty writes from Eau Claire, Wisconsin. 'By using some low-fat convenience items, I lightened it up with beautiful results.' 
Photo of: Banana-Berry Brownie Pizza

Banana-Berry Brownie Pizza

Submitted by: Tina Jacobs
Provided by: Taste of Home
'I like to make this dessert in June and early July so I can use fresh local strawberries,' writes Tina Jacobs from Wantage, New Jersey. 'The fruit lightens up the rich chocolate taste and pleases everyone.' 
Photo of: Fancy Fruit Pizza

Fancy Fruit Pizza

Submitted by: Suzanne Gruenbacher
Provided by: Taste of Home
Sugar cookie dough makes a fun foundation for this fantastic fruit pizza. The tender crust complements the sweetened cream cheese and colorful 'toppings'. After you serve up the last slice, be prepared to make another pizza. 
Photo of: Ground Venison Burgers

Ground Venison Burgers

Submitted by: Jerry Honeyager
Provided by: Taste of Home
Even folks who aren't fans of venison will enjoy these zippy burgers, deliciously topped with pepper cheese and a cool lime-mustard mayonnaise. 'My son, who's an avid hunter, gave me this super recipe,' says Jerry Honeyager of North Prairie, Wisconsin. 
Photo of: Cajun Corn and Bacon Maque Choux

Cajun Corn and Bacon Maque Choux

Submitted by: YOYO78
Home Town: Kenner, Louisiana, USA
Living In: Houma, Louisiana, USA
Maque Choux (pronounced 'mack shoe'), a colorful dish of fresh corn, green bell peppers, chopped tomato, bacon, and green onions, is the traditional Cajun version of succotash. 
Photo of: Layered Spinach Salad

Layered Spinach Salad

Submitted by: Lori Cumberledge
Provided by: Taste of Home
When this dish goes on a buffet, it's a real eye-catcher with its colorful layers. People enjoy the unique addition of cheese tortellini. This salad always goes fast! -Lori Cumberledge, Pasadena, Maryland 
Photo of: SC Frogmore Stew

SC Frogmore Stew

Submitted by: RRADAMS
Corn, sausage, potatoes and shrimp are boiled in a flavored broth, then served with spicy butter. Being a South Carolina girl at heart, this has and will always be one of my favorite and most comforting meals. 
Photo of: Oriental Sesame Slaw

Oriental Sesame Slaw

Submitted by: Celeste
Home Town: Saint Helena, California, USA
Living In: Santa Rosa, California, USA
This terrific combination of cabbage, carrot, and jicama is mixed with a deliciously different dressing! 
Photo of: Hot Tortellini Salad

Hot Tortellini Salad

Submitted by: Catherine Allan
Provided by: Simple & Delicious
Once you've cooked the tortellini, the rest of this salad is a breeze to finish in the microwave. Sour cream provides the mild coating over this memorable medley of pasta, ham and broccoli shared Catherine Allan of Twin Falls, Idaho. 
Photo of: Sweet 'N' Sour Tossed Salad

Sweet 'N' Sour Tossed Salad

Submitted by: Dolores Brignac
Provided by: Taste of Home
Dolores Brignac's family was skeptical the first time she served this unusual salad-but one taste convinced them it was a winner. 'Now when I bring it out, everyone digs in and cleans their plates,' she pens from Braithwaite, Louisiana. 

 
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