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Turkey Dumpling Stew

"My mom made this stew when I was young, and it was always a hit. Since it's not time-consuming to make I can fix it on a weekend for our children, who love the tender dumplings." —Becky Mohr, Appleton, Wisconsin

Favourite Hamburger Stew

"I got this hamburger stew recipe from a woman at our church, Lois Henry, when I needed a way to...


Lima Bean Soup

"A yearly Lima Bean Festival in nearby West Cape May honours the many growers there and showcases different recipes using...


Maple-Roasted Chicken & Acorn Squash

"When I became a new mother, my mom helped me find comforting and simple recipes to have on hand. This...


Southwestern Pork and Squash Soup

"I adapted a pork and squash stew recipe, using tomatoes and southwestern-style seasonings. My husband and sons loved it, and...

Potato and Leek Soup

"Full of veggies and smoky bacon, with just a little tanginess from sour cream, bowls of this comforting soup taste...


Grandma’s Pressure-Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup

"I've made this soup weekly since I modified my grandma's recipe for the pressure cooker. Chicken soup, especially this one,...

Pressure-Cooker Turkey Vegetable Soup

"Our family is big on soup. This favourite is quick to make and very tasty, giving me plenty of time...


Pressure-Cooker Homemade Chicken and Rice Soup

We love chicken and rice soup and thought it would make a superb pressure-cooker recipe. We were right! —Taste of...


Instant Pot Clam Chowder

Clam chowder is especially tasty when it's served with a sprinkle of fresh thyme, bacon crumbles and crispy oyster crackers...


Thanksgiving Stuffed Turkey

"I've tried fancy stuffing recipes for our holiday bird, but none hits the spot like my mother's simple mixture of...

Roasted Sage Turkey with Vegetable Gravy

"There’s no prep like home-style when roasting the big bird. Instead of sage stuffing with turkey, fill this bird with...


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Grampa’s German-Style Pot Roast

"Grampa was of German heritage and loved the old-world recipes his mother gave him. I made a few changes so...


Crispy Orange Chicken

"We enjoy these tangy nuggets so many ways—over noodles or rice, in sandwiches, even on top of lettuce and cabbage."...


Contest-Winning Hearty Hamburger Soup

"At family get-togethers, our children always request this spirit-warming ground beef soup along with a fresh loaf of homemade bread...


Slow-Cooker Minestrone

"There's nothing quite like the comfort of warm homemade soup, and it's even better when your slow cooker does most...

Hearty Pasta Fagioli

"Here's an Italian favourite made easier by using prepared spaghetti sauce and canned broth for the flavourful base." —Cindy Garland,...


Easy Slow-Cooker Pot Roast

"I love this easy pot roast Crock-Pot recipe for a couple of reasons. First, it's delicious. Second, it's easy! I...


Irish Beef Stew

"Rich and hearty, this stew is my husband's favourite. The beef is incredibly tender. Served with crusty bread, it's an...


Slow-Cooked Moroccan Chicken

"Herbs and spices really work their magic on plain chicken in this dish, and the dried fruit adds an exotic...


Country Ribs Dinner

"Ribs slow-cooked with carrots, celery, onions and red potatoes are pure comfort food for us. To add a little zip,...


Curly Noodle Chicken Soup

"I created this recipe for a dinner I hosted for a group of friends. The main course was Italian, and...


Chicken Potpie Soup

"My grandmother hand-wrote a cookbook; she created this amazing pie crust, and I added the delicious soup for it." —Karen...


Mediterranean Chicken Orzo Soup

"My husband is Greek, so I'm always trying new Mediterranean recipes. This soup is his favourite dish that I make....


Lunch-Box Chicken Soup

"A friend gave me this recipe, and I tweaked a few things to make it healthier. It’s so delicious and...

Chunky Creamy Chicken Soup

"I am a stay-at-home mom who relies on my slow cooker for fast, nutritious meals with minimal cleanup and prep...


Chicken Veggie Soup

"This satisfying veggie soup hits the spot at lunch or dinner. Add a side salad and some whole grain bread...


Chicken Cassoulet Soup

"After my sister spent a year in France as an au pair, I created this lighter, easier version of traditional...


Apple-Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots

"Carrots seem so simple, but this recipe is something special. Sweet and buttery, this was a favourite my mother always...


Turkey Soup

"My daughter got this recipe from her husband's mother. As in many households, our turkey gets picked over for a...


Lentil, Bacon and Bean Soup

"This quick soup feels extra cozy with lots of lentils and a touch of smoky, bacony goodness. You might want...