Inspired By: Pecan Waffle
Your bunch will say a big “yes” to breakfast when these wonderful waffles are on the menu. —Susan Bell, Spruce Pine, North Carolina
Try Our Pecan Wheat Waffles Recipe
Inspired By: Biscuit & Gravy
I remember digging into flaky, gravy-smothered biscuits on Christmas morning and other special occasions when I was a child. What a satisfying way to start the day!—Jenn Tidwell, Fair Oaks, California
Try Our Homemade Biscuits & Maple Sausage Gravy Recipe
Inspired By: Bacon Angus Cheeseburger
We do a lot of camping and outdoor cooking. Hamburgers are on our menu more than any other food. —Diane Hixon, Niceville, Florida
Try Our All-American Hamburger Recipe
Inspired By: Texas Bacon Lover’s BLT
Here’s my twist on a classic. Creamy avocado, balsamic mayo and crisp salad greens make this version legendary in my book. For a lighter take, I often use turkey bacon. —Ami Boyer, San Francisco, California
Try Our BLT with Peppered Balsamic Mayo Recipe
Inspired By: Fiesta Omelet
I created this dish when I needed to use up some black olives and jalapenos. With its abundance of vegetables, two of these large omelets can feed four people if served with side dishes.—Jennine Victory, Bee Branch, Arkansas.
Try Our Fiesta Time Omelet Recipe
Inspired By: Sausage, Egg & Cheese Grits
I can’t resist this breakfast casserole. It brings all of my favorites into one dish: creamy grits, tangy cheese, rich eggs and flavorful sausage. It’s the perfect alternative to traditional breakfast casseroles. —Mandy Rivers, Lexington, South Carolina
Try Our Cheese Grits & Sausage Breakfast Casserole Recipe
Inspired By: Southern Pecan Pie
When I first made the original recipe for this bourbon-splashed pie, I added some vanilla extract and eliminated the flour. We loved the result. —Paul Falduto, Efland, North Carolina
Try Our Southern Bourbon Pecan Pie Recipe
Inspired By: Papa Joe’s Pork Chop
My in-laws taught me a lot about cooking, so any time I come across a great new recipe, like these Greek-inspired pork chops, I enjoy making it for them. These grilled chops are bright, lemony and have become a quick new favorite. —Geri Lipczynski, Oak Lawn, Illinois
Try Our Greek Pork Chops Recipe
Inspired By: Regular Waffle
These melt-in-your-mouth waffles are so tender, you can skip butter and syrup. (But why would you want to?) —James Schend, Food Editor, Taste of Home magazine, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Try Our Light and Fluffy Waffles Recipe
Stuffed Hash Browns
Ever since we met, my husband has made me hash browns with bacon, pepper jack and sour cream. We share it when we have guests, too.—Annie Ciszak Pazar, Anchorage, Alaska
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Inspired By: Bert’s Chili
This chili may be loaded, but we love to build it up even more with toppings like pico de gallo, red onion, cilantro and cheese. —Mallory Lynch, Madison, Wisconsin
Try Our Bean & Beef Slow-Cooked Chili Recipe
Inspired By: Ham & Cheese Omelet
This easy omelet will be a snap to fix for breakfast or dinner. —Agnes Ward, Stratford, Ontario
Try Our Ham and Swiss Omelet Recipe
Inspired By: Grilled Chicken Biscuit
My 11-year-old son Jake invented these sliders at dinner one night when he plunked his chicken on a biscuit. The rest of us tried it his way, and now we have them a lot. —Jodie Kolsan, Palm Coast, Florida
Try Our Mini Chicken & Biscuit Sandwiches Recipe
Inspired By: T-Bone Steak
T-bone steak is a fairly tender cut, so there’s no need to marinate. Punch up the flavor using loads of garlic. —Kevin Black, Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Try Our Garlic-Rubbed T-Bones with Burgundy Mushrooms Recipe
Inspired By: Grilled Cheese
These gooey grilled cheese sandwiches taste great for lunch with sliced apples. And they’re really fast to whip up, too. —Kathy Norris, Streator, Illinois
Try Our Ultimate Grilled Cheese Recipe
Inspired By: Peanut Butter Waffles
I love bananas and I love to make breakfast, too. These are a refreshing change from your everyday waffles. I like to make big batches up so I can freeze the leftovers and reheat them later for a quick breakfast. —Christina Addison, Blanchester, Ohio
Try Our Peanut Butter and Banana Waffles Recipe
Inspired By: Bacon Chicken Cheese Sandwich
I created this chicken sandwich based on one my daughter ordered at a restaurant. She likes to dip her sandwich in the extra honey-mustard sauce. —Marilyn Moberg, Papillion, Nebraska
Try Our Bacon & Swiss Chicken Sandwich Recipe
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