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Win over picky eaters with these kid-friendly recipes! Find easy and healthy options for breakfast, lunch, dinner and even snacks.

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    Colorful Fruit Kabobs

    3 reviews

    These luscious fruit kabobs are perfect as a summer appetizer, snack or side dish. The citrus glaze clings well and...


    Taco-Filled Pasta Shells

    61 reviews

    I've been stuffing pasta shells with different fillings for years, but my family enjoys this version with taco-seasoned meat the...


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    Spaghetti Chicken Parmesan

    14 reviews

    I like to make this yummy chicken Parmesan with spaghetti when I have extra sauce on hand. The herbed coating...


    Easy Reindeer Cookies

    8 reviews

    One year my son wanted to buy everyone in his class a present. I suggested we bake them a treat...


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    Chicken Fingers

    18 reviews

    Almost everyone in my family requests these golden chicken fingers as their birthday dinner entree. I begin marinating the chicken...


    Strawberry Biscuit Shortcake

    3 reviews

    It seems Mom was always making biscuits. She served them plain for breakfast and dinner, especially when we had stew...


    Southern Tea Cakes

    5 reviews

    There were nine children in our family and Mother had to stretch the budget, so she made these often for...


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    Old-Fashioned Chocolate Pudding

    11 reviews

    One of the nice things about this easy pudding is you don't have to stand and stir it. It's a...

    Cozy Hot Chocolate

    4 reviews

    Steaming mugs of these smooth beverages are a nice anytime treat with my husband, Ken.—Marie Hattrup, Sonoma, California



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    Best Ever Mac & Cheese

    10 reviews

    To make this amazing mac, I make a sauce loaded with three different cheeses to toss with the noodles. When...


    Chewy Caramel-Coated Popcorn

    1 review

    When I was a kid, my mom made this recipe often. I've adapted it to make it more chewy and...


    Slow-Cooker Bacon Mac & Cheese

    8 reviews

    I’m all about easy slow-cooker meals. Using more cheese than ever, I developed an addictive spin on this casserole favorite....


    Buttermilk Peach Ice Cream

    1 review

    My mother's family owned peach orchards in Missouri. I currently live in Tennessee, a top consumer of buttermilk. This summery...


    Double-Crust Pizza Casserole

    8 reviews

    After my husband and I got married, this biscuit pizza solved the what’s-for-dinner problem. As our family grew, I just...


    Jolly Ginger Reindeer Cookies

    2 reviews

    I made gingerbread cookies for years before realizing my gingerbread-man cutter becomes a reindeer when turned upside down. They’re super...


    Quick Chicken Parmesan

    5 reviews

    My mother inspired me to develop my first pasta sauce. It's tangy, simple and really satisfying. The longer it simmers,...

    No-Bake Fudgy Coconut Cookies

    12 reviews

    My daughter works at a summer camp, so I send treats. Instead of a cookie jar we use a coffee...


    Pumpkin Pancakes with Cinnamon-Apple Topping

    7 reviews

    When these pumpkin pancakes are on the griddle, people flock to the kitchen. Grab a spoon and top each stack...


    Sausage Breakfast Muffins

    14 reviews

    I can never seem to get out of bed with enough time to make breakfast. My solution is to make...


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    Picnic Berry Shortcakes

    7 reviews

    You can make the berry sauce ahead of time and chill it. Then assemble the entire dessert right before the...


    Mini Peanut Butter Sandwich Cookies

    5 reviews

    Peanut butter lovers go nuts for these rich little sandwich cookies. On a hot day, sandwich ice cream between the...


    Cold-Day Chicken Noodle Soup

    17 reviews

    When I was sick, my mom would make me this heartwarming chicken noodle soup. It was soothing when I had...

    Easy Slow-Cooker Mac & Cheese

    62 reviews

    My sons always say I'm the best mom in the world when I make this creamy mac-and-cheese perfection. Does it...


    Strawberry Ice Cream Charlotte

    1 review

    My family loves ice cream cake, so they were delighted when I first presented this dessert. It's light, delicious and...


    Pepperoni Pizza Soup

    21 reviews

    Once upon a time, my husband and I owned a pizzeria and this dish was always popular on the menu....


    Berry Mini Cheesecakes

    9 reviews

    There's always room for some mini desserts! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen


    Triple-Ginger Gingersnaps

    12 reviews

    These crunchy treats feature fresh, ground and crystallized ginger, making them a bit more special than the traditional cookie. They...


    Pumpkin Mousse Trifle

    10 reviews

    You can speed up this recipe by using a store-bought pound cake or baking and freezing one ahead of time....