Cubano Macaroni Salad
One of my favorite sandwiches is a hot Cubano, piled high with juicy pork, layers of ham and melty Swiss cheese. These same ingredients are amazing in a macaroni salad. —Marina Castle Kelley, Canyon Country, California
Barbecue Macaroni Salad
My family loves a touch of barbecue sauce and ranch dressing in our mac salad. Not too much—just a hint...
Chicken Caesar Macaroni Salad
Give me a Caesar salad anytime, no matter what form it's in. I like to add some chicken and artichokes...
Scandinavian-Inspired Macaroni Salad
Give a humdrum side salad a Scandinavian touch by adding some freshly chopped dill and tiny shrimp. —Kallee Krong-McCreery, Escondido,...
Homemade Marinara Sauce
This quick and easy homemade marinara sauce is my kids' favorite. It works fantastic with spaghetti, and my kids love...
Marinara
My mother, who was Italian American, called marinara sauce "gravy." She made this sauce in big batches several times a...
Lemon Shrimp Orzo
What I love about this recipe is that it's so tasty and it can be eaten hot or cold. If...
Decadent Spinach-Stuffed Shells
This comforting dish can easily be assembled and frozen to bake at a later date. If you have any leftover...
Asparagus Tuna Noodle Casserole
I updated a traditional tuna casserole using fresh asparagus and asparagus soup. This is so different and so delicious. Use...
One-Pot Bacon Cheeseburger Pasta
When the weather's too chilly to grill, I whip up a big pot of this cheesy pasta. Believe it or...
Country Bacon-Beef Mac and Cheese
This extra-meaty mac and cheese is super easy to make in the slow cooker. Kids love it and I like...
Stovetop Cheeseburger Pasta
Cheeseburgers are delicious in any form, but I'm partial to this creamy pasta dish that seriously tastes just like the...
Easy Tortellini Spinach Soup
This is the easiest soup you will ever make—believe me! I always keep the ingredients on hand, so if I'm...
Turkey Ginger Noodle Soup
I wanted something comforting yet healthy, and ginger is my favorite spice. This recipe was a must-try for me, and...
Curried Shrimp Pasta
his light and spicy shrimp dish comes together easily. My favorite pasta to use is capellini, but angel hair works...
Beef Stew with Pasta
I have happy memories of my mother's tomato-y beef stew, so I combined her recipe with a bunch of fall...
Mediterranean Shrimp Orzo Salad
Loaded with veggies and shrimp, this crowd-pleaser is a tasty change from standard pasta salads. —Ginger Johnson, Pottstown, Pennsylvania
Potluck Bacon Mac & Cheese
This wholesome mac & cheese is slow-cooker easy. Make it during the week or take it to your next potluck!—Kelly...
Beefy Noodle Casserole
When life calls for a dish for a potluck or family event, we stir up a batch of beef and...
Authentic Pasta Carbonara
I learned on my culinary internship in Tuscany that real Italian cuisine is simpler than you think! This carbonara is...
Greek Shrimp Orzo
This is one of our go-to meals. It's finger-licking good and so satisfying, and it reheats well. My husband would...
Thai Chicken Pasta Skillet
This gorgeous Bangkok-style pasta has been a faithful standby for many years and always gets loads of praise. For a...
Deluxe Pizza Casserole
This is our family's favorite dish for special occasions, and we always make it for my granddaughter's birthday. Mushrooms are...
Mediterranean Orzo Chicken Salad
On hot days, I pull out this recipe for a cool supper. The lemon dressing is so refreshing. If you...
Chicken & Cheese Noodle Bake
This is the recipe my daughters and I often make for new parents when they come home from the hospital....
Sesame Ramen Salad
This spicy Asian sausage and noodle salad is equally good for lunch or a potluck. —Denese Johnson, Chico, Texas
Loaded Spaghetti Bake
Make this loaded pasta recipe your own, everyone loves it! It's also great made with leftover chicken from the previous...
Southwest Tuna Noodle Bake
None of my co-workers had ever tried tuna noodle casserole, and since we live near the Mexican border, they challenged...
