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Spicy Chipotle Turkey Wraps

Turkey, Monterey jack cheese, avocado, and a semi-homemade spread are wrapped up in a whole wheat flour tortilla for a quick and easy lunch. Make the chipotle mayo as spicy as you like by adding more or less chipotle chile.

By messy_jessie

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Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich with Garlic Mayo

This is a delicious and easy sandwich that gets rave reviews from my husband and brother. The garlic mayo is both easy and delicious.

By Tera

The Best Chicken Salad Ever

Two things make this chicken salad super. The first is the combination of a creamy salad dressing and a coleslaw dressing. The second is that everything goes into the food processor, so the consistency is spread able and all the flavors mingle well.

By Richard Rego

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A grilled Reuben sandwich made with pastrami, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese and 1000 island dressing on rye bread.

By Beverly Burton

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Tomato Bacon Grilled Cheese

A yummy meal that you and your kids will love! A simple golden brown grilled cheese sandwich with the twist of bacon and tomato. Hope you enjoy!

By MISSY189

Tonya's Terrific Sloppy Joes

This recipe is a really simple, quick, and tasty Sloppy Joe. I make this on the stovetop, but you can also let this simmer in a slow cooker after browning the ground beef, if you prefer.

By Steve McCumber

Southern Dill Potato Salad

Dijon mustard, cider vinegar, and celery salt add flavor to a tangy dill dressing that coats chunks of red potatoes and hard-boiled eggs.

By NE1canCook

Grilled Portobello with Basil Mayonnaise Sandwich

Grilled portobello mushrooms make for a meaty sandwich without the meat!

By Rotorwife

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Tortellini Bacon Broccoli Salad

A pasta salad made with cheese tortellini, bacon, and broccoli makes a flavorful side dish, and it's hearty enough to make a lunch or light meal, too.

By MostAwesomeChefEver

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Sweet Restaurant Slaw

Starting with prepared coleslaw mix this recipe for a creamy coleslaw delivers a bit of tang through the use of vinegar, making it a perfect accompaniment for fried chicken, burgers, or fried fish.

By Sandi Gregory Johnson

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Super-Delicious Zuppa Toscana

If you love the Zuppa Toscana at your local chain Italian restaurant, you will adore this soup. The rich soup is made with Italian sausage, potatoes, cream, and crushed red pepper. It is truly satisfying and irresistible. Tuck into this on a cold day and you are sure to be warmed all the way down to your toes.

By souporsweets

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Barbie's Tuna Salad

Curry and Parmesan cheese are the secret ingredients in this tuna salad recipe! I have never tasted another tuna salad like it.

By TANAQUIL

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Black Bean and Corn Quesadillas

These black bean and corn quesadillas are really cheesy, a little bit spicy, and a little bit sweet. My vegetarian husband goes crazy over these every time! Feel free to play around and add chicken or veggies, if you desire. Don't forget the salsa and sour cream!

By EFasse

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Holiday Chicken Salad

Dried cranberries add a sweet tartness to chicken and vegetable salad. Make a delightful sandwich filling, too.

By emmaxwell

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Best Cream Of Broccoli Soup

Onions, celery, and broccoli cooked in chicken broth are pureed with milk in this quick scratch-made cream of broccoli soup.

By Jessie A.

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Vegetarian Chickpea Sandwich Filling

Serve this tasty sandwich spread on crusty whole grain rolls or pita bread, with lettuce and tomato.

By FISHLOVE

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Black Bean and Couscous Salad

Fluffy couscous is dotted with green onions, red pepper, fresh cilantro and black beans and boasts the Southwest tang of a lime-cumin vinaigrette.

By Paula

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Amish Macaroni Salad

A colorful and flavorful macaroni salad made with hard cooked eggs, bell pepper and celery in a creamy dressing. Best macaroni salad I have ever had. I always get many requests for recipe. Enjoy!

By CONNIE0751

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Authentic German Potato Salad

Bacon gives this warm German potato salad recipe a boost of flavor. The vinegar and sugar dressing on this salad has the perfect combination of salty and sweet.

By Angela Louise Miller

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The Best Chicken Fried Steak

This recipe for chicken fried steak includes a batter spiked with Tabasco Sauce and a pan gravy that is sure to satisfy all the chicken-fried steak lovers at your table.

By norah

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Zesty Quinoa Salad

Quinoa and black beans are tossed in a refreshing lime-cilantro vinaigrette for a quick and protein-packed lunch or side dish.

By scrumdiddly

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Grilled Fish Tacos with Chipotle-Lime Dressing

Marinated tilapia fillets are grilled instead of fried in this tangy, flavorful twist on fish tacos.

By Mary Dohrmann

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Quinoa Black Bean Burgers

These vegetarian burgers made with black beans and quinoa are delicious!

By DownHomeCitySisters.com

Beaker's Vegetable Barley Soup

Easy to make and delicious. Vegetable broth, barley, and lots of veggies make this soup hearty and filling.

By BEAKER1

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Fruity Curry Chicken Salad

A healthy and tasty chicken salad with a fruity twist - great on a croissant or in a honey pita. Note: This salad is best if eaten the day after preparation. This allows the ingredients time to mingle, giving a fuller flavor. If desired, use nonfat mayonnaise.

By Karen L. Baker

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Becky's Chicken Salad

Whipped cream gives this chicken salad a lift. Green grapes and crunchy almonds add sweetness and texture to this creamy chicken salad.

By Becky Riley

Slow Cooked Corned Beef for Sandwiches

This is an excellent recipe for party sandwiches. I always make 2 (and sometimes 3) briskets because it goes so fast.

By Suze Knisley

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World's Best Potato Salad

This is the creamiest, richest potato salad you will ever try. The secret is in the homemade dressing. I get nothing but raves every time I make this.

By Kaye Lynn

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