Taste of Home - Main Dish Recipes

Asparagus Shepherd's Pie

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 05:13:06 GMT

Shepherd's Pie takes a testy twist with this version. Between the fluffy mashed potato topping and the savory ground beef base is a bed of tender, green asparagus. Even my kids ask for big helpings. —Steve Rowland, Fredericksburg, Virginia

Steak Roll-Ups

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 05:13:06 GMT

My family tells me these hearty stuffed beef rolls with creamy sauce "taste like home". They're attractive enough to serve for a special dinner but economical and easy to prepare. —Pat Habiger, Spearville, Kansas

Stuffed Pasta Shells

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 05:13:06 GMT

These savory shells never fail to make a big impression, even though the recipe is very easy. One or two of these shells makes a great individual serving at a potluck, so a single batch goes a long way. —Jena Coffey, St. Louis, Missouri

Chicken Tortilla Bake

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 05:13:06 GMT

Mother frequently made this comforting casserole when I was growing up. Our family would scrape the pan clean. Chicken, cheese and zippy green chilies are a mouthwatering mix.—Jerri Moror, Rio Rancho, New Mexico

Hawaiian Pork Roast

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 05:13:06 GMT

Preparing a pork roast with bananas, liquid smoke and soy sauce produces a wonderfully tender meat with flavor that recalls the specialty I so enjoyed at Hawaiian luaus. —Mary Gaylord, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin

Easy Spaghetti and Meatballs

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 05:10:17 GMT

WHEN I was a teenager, I cooked dinner every night for our family of four...Mom, Dad, Grandmother, who lived next door, and myself. Through the years, I have modified and changed this recipe for two people to better fit our tastes. That's one of the great things about this dish. It's easy to do just that! -David Stierheim, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Potato-Topped Chili Loaf

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 05:10:17 GMT

Here's a meat loaf that constitutes a whole meal. The beef, potatoes, corn and beans will satisfy the heartiest of appetites.

Baked Almond Chicken

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 05:10:17 GMT

This is a tasty dish that my family just loves. The almonds give the chicken a wonderful flavor.

Instead of Frying Fish

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 05:10:17 GMT

This quick recipe is one I discovered 20 years ago in a fund-raiser cookbook. Since my husband is an avid fisherman, I've put it to good use over the years. The crispy potato chip coating bakes up toasty brown, and the fillets stay nice and moist. —Sharon Funfsinn, Mendota, Illinois

Asparagus, Chicken, Wild Rice Casserole

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 05:10:17 GMT

I found this recipe several years ago while looking for something unusual but simple I could prepare for company. I could prepare for company. It's a dish that I've served many times since then—with a salad and rolls, it makes a complete meal. My husband and I both grew up in the country. We're living in a suburb of a big city now, but we hope to move to a rural area. Meanwhile, two small children, home improvement projects, sewing and needlework keep me busy.

Asparagus Supreme

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 05:01:38 GMT

My husband and I enjoy spending time in the kitchen and trying new recipes. It's fun to create new dishes...especially when they're as successful as this one.

Asparagus-Lover's Stir-Fry

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 05:01:38 GMT

I find it a challenge to prepare vegetables so that they appeal to everyone...especially children. After tasting this special stir-fry, folks lean to love asparagus in no time.

Bacon and Blue Cheese Chicken

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 05:01:38 GMT

This area of Maryland is considered "poultry country", so we see a lot of recipes calling for chicken. I hope this recipe becomes as popular in your home as it is in mine!

Bacon-Topped Chicken Breasts

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 05:01:38 GMT

Even people who aren't fond of spinach will become fans after they taste this dish, with its bacon and rich sauce.

Honey-Garlic Pork Chops

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 05:01:38 GMT

"'Mmm, mmm good' is what family and friends say when I serve these juicy chops," says Helen Carpenter of Albuquerque, New Mexico. "I like them for another reason, too—they're easy to prepare ahead of time!"