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Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Submitted by: Sara
Bread, butter and Cheddar cheese - here's a way to make this classic sandwich in a nonstick pan. 

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Grilled Rock Lobster Tails

Submitted by: Joe Nekrasz
Grilled rock lobster tails with seasoning. These take very little cooking time, yet are so good! 

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Greek-Style Rib Eye Steaks

Submitted by: Ruby Williams
Provided by: Taste of Home
Because our children are grown, I often cook for just my husband and me. When I want to serve something special, this is the entree I usually reach for. Seasonings, black olives and feta cheese give steak great flavor. --Ruby Williams, Bogalusa, Louisiana 

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Barbecued Beef Ribs for Two

Submitted by: Margery Bryan
Provided by: Taste of Home
I'VE SHARED this recipe with many friends who also cook for two. We all agree - small recipes are hard to find! This dish remains one of my favorites since it takes little effort to prepare and is so tasty. Plus, if you are serving a larger group, it is easy to double. -Margery Bryan, Royal City, Washington 

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Grilled Tilapia with Mango Salsa

Submitted by: WITZKEN
Living In: New Hope, Minnesota, USA
Don't let the list of ingredients fool you. This is super easy, and gets rave reviews whenever I serve it. The salsa can be made the day ahead to save time. Strawberries can be substituted for the mango if you prefer - both are excellent! Combine leftover salsa with some drained black beans the next day for lunch. 

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Mushroom Spinach Omelet

Submitted by: Arlene Hammonds
Provided by: Cooking for 2
'I lightened up this savory dish by using olive oil, one regular egg and three egg whites, explains Arlene Hammonds of Gray, Tennessee. 'For a change of pace, I like to mix diced celery and parsley with different cheeses.' 

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Beef Steaks With Blue Cheese

Submitted by: Gloria Nerone
Provided by: Taste of Home
My guests often ask for this winning recipe and are surprised at how simple it is to prepare. 

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Crab-Stuffed Catfish

Submitted by: Joy McConaghy
Provided by: Cooking for 2
'My family was not big on fish...until I made this dish,' Joy McConaghy from Moline, Illinois notes. She stuffs catfish fillets with a delicious mixture of crabmeat, cheese, seasoned bread crumbs and mayonnaise. 

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Pineapple Macadamia Chicken

Submitted by: Kimberlie Smith
Provided by: Taste of Home
My family enjoys this summertime entree. It's quick, easy and oh-so-good served with cantaloupe wedges and iced tea. Each spicy-sweet bite reminds us of our trip to Hawaii. 

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Kid's Favorite Passover Pizza

Submitted by: Linda Gould
Transform sheets of matzo bread into quick and tasty pizzas with a spread of marinara sauce, a dash of garlic salt and dried oregano, and a sprinkling of cheese, tomatoes and olives. Bake until bubbly and serve. 

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Ferg's Ulster Fry-up

Submitted by: Ita
Living In: Belfast, County Antrim, Northern Ireland, U.K.
In the North of Ireland, locals treat themselves to this enormous breakfast on the weekends. The fried breads make it unique. Soda bread and potato farls are cooked in reserved bacon fat making them golden and crispy. Served alongside Irish bacon, sausage, black pudding, tomato and egg - you won't need to eat again for the rest of the day! 

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Tropical Tuna Melts

Submitted by: Renee Sagmoe
Provided by: Simple & Delicious
Bring the taste of the Caribbean to your kitchen with these open-faced sandwiches. Renée Sagmoe of Champlin, Minnesota uses pineapple rings to add a tangy twist to traditional tuna melts. 'Consider replacing the English muffins with bagels,' she suggests. 

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Vanilla Berry Parfaits

Submitted by: Rebecca
Delicious and easy, this is a fabulous mix of berries and yogurt! If you like, you can make a thin layer of graham crackers or granola in each vanilla/berry layer. That gives it a little more crunch. 

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Banana Dogs

Submitted by: JAE24
Great healthy and fun snack for kids! Use jelly in a squeeze bottle for a more ketchup like experience. Get creative with more toppings if you wish, kids love to make these! 

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Steak 'N' Onion Pie

Submitted by: Dorcas Yoder
Provided by: Taste of Home
When I was growing up, Mom let us pick our birthday meals. This one was a frequent choice. I made sure to copy down the recipe to use in my own home years later. 

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Beef Potpie

Submitted by: Marian Clifton
Provided by: Taste of Home
Your sweetheart will swoon when you bring out this bubbly golden-topped potpie, a tried-and-true meal pleaser from Marian Clifton of Selma, California. 'It makes a hearty homey meal with plenty of comforting country flavor,' she promises. 

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Chicken Stuffed Bundles

Submitted by: Kathryn Burris
Provided by: Taste of Home
THIS RECIPE has been in our family for 40 years! My four kids loved this dish growing up, and it's still their number one request when they come to dinner. My husband's pet name for this is 'great wads of dough'...but he eats every bit on his plate. -Kathryn Burris, Mariposa, California 

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Men Love This Steak

Submitted by: KLEVEAR
If you are looking for a special steak for your sweetie, look no further. This takes less than thirty minutes from start to finish; less if you choose to broil instead of BBQ. Flavorful and easy, this steak is tough to beat. I serve this with brown and serve sourdough bread or rolls. If you're really hungry, crumble some additional bacon and add a baked potato. Add candles and a bottle of full bodied red wine (like a cabernet from the Alexander Valley) for a romantic evening. 

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Salt and Pepper Squid

Submitted by: Belinda Stafurik
This is a delicious and simple recipe for squid. Lightly coated in sea salt and pepper seasoned flour and then fried to perfection. Perfect for a hot summer's meal served with a fresh garden salad. 

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Barbecued Pot Roast

Submitted by: Emma Nye
Provided by: Cooking for 2
In New Oxford, Pennsylvania, Emma Nye relies on her mother's pot roast recipe when company is coming. But when she merely wants to enjoy the savory sensation with her husband, she can turn to this downsized version. 

 
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