Everyday Recipes for a Brighter Table

Juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and a simple lemon-olive oil dressing make this easy no-cook side salad for two.

Crisp buttery crackers topped with herbed cream cheese, ripe tomato slices, basil, and a tiny balsamic finish.

A cold, fizzy pineapple lemonade punch made with lemonade mix, pineapple juice, lemon-lime soda, and fresh slices of lemon.

A hearty 4-ingredient beef and bell pepper casserole with marinara and melted cheese, baked until saucy and tender.

Juicy shrimp, fresh spinach, penne, mozzarella, and Parmesan tossed in a silky garlic cream sauce for a cozy 30-minute dinner.

A cozy slow cooker hamburger potato soup with tender potatoes, ground beef, mixed vegetables, and a smooth cheesy finish.

Wide noodles tossed with spicy Italian sausage, sweet peppers, basil, and a quick white wine tomato sauce.

A bubbly pizza-style casserole with seasoned ground turkey, mozzarella, pepperoni, and a crisp layer of golden tater tots.

Crispy Southern hoe cakes made with cornmeal, buttermilk, and a hot skillet for golden edges and tender centers.

Warm cheesy garlic breadsticks made with pizza dough, garlic butter, mozzarella, parmesan, and marinara for dipping.

Crisp cucumber cups filled with herby cream cheese and topped with juicy cherry tomatoes for a fresh no-cook appetizer.

Crispy mashed potato pancakes with bacon, cheddar, and green onion, pan-fried until golden outside and soft inside.