Health & Wellness

I love to barbecue but don't always want a heavy dinner. These are perfect in the spring, and you'll have room for dessert! —Holly Battiste, Barrington, New Jersey,Ingredients1-1/2 pounds tuna steaks, cut into 1-1/2-in. chunks2 medium sweet red peppers, cut into 1-in. pieces1 large sweet onion, cut into 1-in. piecesMARINADE/DRESSING:1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro1/4 cup sesame oil3 tablespoons...

Potato pancakes, or latkes, are really versatile. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, they can be a side dish for just about any meal or the main course for a light meal. We have them often at our house. —Lydia Robotewskyj, Franklin, Wisconsin,Ingredients3 large potatoes (about 2 pounds), peeled2 large eggs, lightly beaten1 tablespoon grated...

We often start our stir-fry meals with this fast egg drop soup recipe— it cooks in just minutes flat. There are many versions of the recipe, but we like the easy addition of cornstarch to thicken the soup and give it a rich, golden color. I got the recipe from my grandma’s old cookbook. —Amy Beth Corlew-Sherlock, Lapeer,...

Packed with protein-rich tuna and fresh, crunchy veggies, these colorful wraps have sensational flavor—and they're good for you, too. —Edie Farm, Farmington, New Mexico,Ingredients1 pouch (6.4 ounces) light tuna in water1/4 cup finely chopped celery1/4 cup chopped green onions1/4 cup sliced water chestnuts, chopped3 tablespoons chopped sweet red pepper2 tablespoons reduced-fat mayonnaise2 teaspoons prepared mustard2 spinach tortillas (8...

I found beautiful heirloom tomatoes and had to show them off. In this easy galette, the tomatoes are tangy and the crust is beyond buttery. —Jessica Chang, Playa Vista, California,Ingredients1 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed1/2 cup sour cream2 cups heirloom cherry tomatoes, halved3 ounces pecorino Romano cheese, thinly...

This cheesecake ice cream is hands-down the best homemade ice cream I've ever eaten.—Johnnie McLeod, Bastrop, Louisiana,Ingredients2-1/2 cups half-and-half cream1 cup whole milk1-1/4 cups sugar2 large eggs, lightly beaten12 ounces cream cheese, cubed1 tablespoon lemon juice1 teaspoon vanilla extract image/svg+xml Text Ingredients View Recipe, DirectionsIn a large saucepan, heat the cream and milk to 175°; stir in sugar...

What could be better than an entree that comes with its own creamy vegetable side? This healthy supper goes together in no time flat and makes an eye-catching presentation. —Genna Johannes, Wrightstown, Wisconsin,Ingredients6 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 1-1/2 pounds)1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil4 shallots, thinly sliced1/3 cup white wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth1...

Some years ago, I was a cook on a large cattle ranch. One day, I thought back to the hush puppies I'd had as a child on a southern trip, and I ended up creating my own version of them. They go well as part of an old-fashioned fried chicken dinner with mashed potatoes and gravy, buttermilk biscuits,...

When it comes to this tangy fruit dip, I don’t mind my kids playing with their food. We like to dip strawberries, but friends have reported great results with pears, bananas and more. —Shelly Bevington-Fisher, Hermiston, Oregon,Ingredients2 cups plain yogurt1/4 cup honey2 tablespoons lime juice1/2 teaspoon grated lime zestAssorted fresh fruit image/svg+xml Text Ingredients View Recipe, DirectionsWhisk the...

Eggs and hash browns have extra pizazz when they're served up on a pizza pan. My family requests this fun breakfast often, and it's a snap to make with ready-to-use pizza crust. I adjust the heat index of the toppings to suit the taste buds of my diners. —Christy Hinrichs, Parkville, Missouri,Ingredients2 cups frozen shredded hash brown potatoes1/4...