My husband and I had breakfast at a hotel and enjoyed an amazing mushroom and egg dish. As soon as I got home, I made my own rendition. —Rachelle McCalla, Batesville, Arkansas Test Kitchen Approved Total Time Prep/Total Time: 15 min. Makes 2 servings Ingredients 2 large eggs 2 large egg whites 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper 1 teaspoon butter 1/2 cup…

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Sliced mushrooms star in this tender turkey recipe. It takes just minimal preparation and makes a healthy main dish when served with a side of brown rice. —Nancy Zimmerman, Cape May Court House, New Jersey Test Kitchen Approved Total Time Prep/Total Time: 15 min. Makes 2 servings Ingredients 1 garlic clove, minced 1 tablespoon butter 1/2 pound boneless skinless turkey breast, cut into…

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For these everyday wraps, I combined the traditional Southern appetizer of jam and cream cheese on crackers and the turkey, apple and brie sandwiches we ate at my bridal luncheon. I like to sneak fresh spinach into all sorts of recipes because it has such a mild flavor. —Kim Beavers, North August, South Carolina Test Kitchen Approved Total Time Prep/Total…

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The best time for this dessert is mid-summer, when the blueberries are thick in our northern woods. Red raspberries can be added to the mixed berries, too, to brighten up the patriotic colors.—Anne Theriault, Wellesley, Massachusetts Test Kitchen Approved Total Time Prep/Total Time: 15 min. Makes 4 servings Ingredients 2 cups fresh strawberries, cut into 1/2-inch pieces 2 cups fresh blueberries 4 teaspoons…

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I’ve liked the chicken and artichoke combo for a long time. Here’s my own lemony twist. With all the praise it gets, this dinner is so much fun to serve. —Carly Giles, Hoquiam, Washington Test Kitchen Approved Total Time Prep: 20 min. Bake: 20 min.  Makes 4 servings Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each) 3 teaspoons olive oil, divided…

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You can also transform this tasty bowl into an Italian version with mozzarella, pesto, tomatoes, spinach, and basil. —Renata Smith, Brookline, Massachusetts Test Kitchen Approved Total Time Prep/Total Time: 30 min. Makes 4 servings Ingredients 1 cup bulgur 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 cups water 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas or garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained 6 ounces fresh baby…

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The simple citrus and poppy seed dressing in this fruit medley really dresses up the refreshing mix of berries and melon. —R. Jean Rand, Edina, Minnesota Test Kitchen Approved Makes 4 servings  Total Time Prep/Total Time: 10 min. Ingredients 3/4 cup orange yogurt 1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice 3/4 teaspoon poppy seeds 1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest 2 cups diced cantaloupe…

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This tropical favorite is a delicious and healthy dinner with tons of flavor! You can substitute regular rice for the cauliflower rice if desired. —Bethany DiCarlo, Harleysville, Pennsylvania Test Kitchen Approved Makes 4 servings Prep: 40 min. + marinating. Grill: 10 min. Ingredients 1 fresh pineapple, peeled, cored and cubed (about 3 cups), divided 1/2 cup plain or coconut Greek yogurt 2…

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This salad can be served as a cool and satisfying dinner or lunch. The delicious taste and smooth texture of avocados mixed with the crisp shrimp salad is heavenly. —Teri Rasey, Cadillac, Michigan Test Kitchen Approved Total Time Prep: 25 min. + chilling Makes 6 servings Ingredients 1 pound peeled and deveined cooked shrimp, coarsely chopped 2 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped 2…

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My family loves bruschetta, so why not have it for breakfast? This gives us a healthy start to the morning, and takes very little effort. You get all the traditional flavors, and with egg added, it makes a great meal. —Kallee Krong-McCreery, Escondido, California Test Kitchen Approved Prep/Total Time: 25 min.Makes 4 servings Ingredients 3 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped 1/3…

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