Luncheon Pasta Salad by Salad Foodie

A refreshing light pasta salad for a main dish luncheon or summer potluck. I like small or medium shell pasta, but elbow, ditalini or bow tie pastas are good choices too.

Codfish Hash by John Goins

Hash is well known in its corned beef variety, complete with a poached or fried egg on top. But, this cod version is one of the best brunch meals you’ll ever have. This recipe is also versatile as to the meal you eat it at. You’ll be surprised that you’ll be making it for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and whenever you feel the desire to…

Chicken Braised in Red Wine by John Goins

It doesn’t get more decadent than this dish. Coq au Vin is a French classic. But this version you can make at home. If you want to add some additional flavor, you could add some tarragon or herb de Provence to this recipe. You may could also add some potatoes and carrots to soak up the tasty gravy of this dish.

Chicken & drop Dumplins by Karen Russell

Southern Chicken n Dumplins are a staple in the south. this scratch recipe is easier then you think, give it a try you will be glad you did.

Indian Chai by Aakash Chopra

From Indian Restaurants, in Jaipur, this aromatic tea, called "cutting chai" in India, is served in small glasses because it's so strong ("cutting" is the transliteration of the Hindi word for "half"). The black cardamom gives it a smoky, earthy flavor; we recommend starting with the lower amount.

Mud Bug Boil. by Lynn Ann

Nothing better then a one pot meal that makes you smile. This is easy to make and messy to eat. Its even more fun if you catch the Crayfish yourself. Taste good either way, so if you need to buy them. This a inexpensive way to feed a large group. If you catch the crayfish and don't use shrimp. Grow your own vegetables or buy them on…

Corn Chowder with Spam by Glenn

A basic, simple chowder to fill those little holes in your menu. Tastes great but is always better the second day so make sure you make too much. Easy to modify by adding or replacing your favorite food to make it your own. It's almost impossible to screw this up. Kudos to my sister Jann Hartman for the basic instructions.

Quick Chunky Cream of Broccoli Soup with Sausage by Vanessa

Ok, I love making food from scratch, but this was a spur of the moment: I’m hungry; don’t have time to cook a long time; get it done quick; kind of soup. I had to use up some pantry items, so why not go for it. I used canned country gravy with sausage in this soup. Sometimes I just like to open a can of gravy, or vegetables, or fruit…

Mexican rice by Candice Goodyear

Found this recipe on 'Cooking Classy' I tweaked it a tiny bit and it is amazingly close to the rice I love at mexican restaurants. I was actually amazed.

Ice box pickles by GARY ESTESS

This is a RECIPE that we love and the grand kids to I always wanted to make pickles but had not enough cucumbers. I have a small garden. But you can buy BIG cucumbers I wanted to make pickles in 10 min.

Creamy cheesy broccoli soup by Ella Mangelos Velthoen

My garden is filled with fresh broccoli plants, so much broccoli and it is so sweet when picked fresh. During this cold weather not much is growing in my garden, except for lettuce, beets, artichokes, parsnips, and broccoli. The broccoli is very prolific and I used it constantly..Here is something that warms the tummy and is very…

Creamy Chicken Chlli by Kabot S

Beans and corn bread by GARY ESTESS

A fast way to make it and it's good

Best Egg Salad Sandwich by Culinary Envy

This is the BEST Egg Salad Sandwich recipe ever, bar none! It’s a yummy little twist on the classic recipe that your whole family is going to LOVE!

Homemade Pierogis by David St. John