One of our greatest pleasures is sitting down to a cozy,home-cooked meal with family & friends. In today's fast-food world, though, it can be such a challenge!

With the recipes we've collected in Almost Homemade, you can make yummy, fresh-tasting dishes using menu helpers from the cupboard and fridge...products that have already done all the chopping and shredding, whisking and stirring for you. It's a snap to start the weekend off right with Rise & Shine Quiche and Blueberry Puffs for brunch. Or treat your family to Caesar Coleslaw, Chicken Comfort Casserole and French Market Squash for dinner, topped off with scrumptious Chocolate-Cherry Cake.

You'll be the most relaxed hostess ever when you set out Texas Caviar, Crispy Crunchy Snack Mix, Creamy Artichoke Pizzas and Can't-Eat-One Bacon Swirls for party snacking...enjoy spending time with your guests instead of time in the kitchen.

We've also gathered simple cooking tips and tricks plus easy ideas that make entertaining a breeze. So get cooking and enjoy homemade taste without all the work...set a place for us too! 220 recipes