Send your favorite original, homemade recipes to contentteam@stripes.com for a chance to be featured in the very first Stars and Stripes cookbook! All submissions will also be entered to win a $100 AAFES gift card (must be 18 years or older and a ID card holder).

We want to see all kinds of recipes in our first-ever cookbook but to give you some ideas, we'd love to feature:

· Country or region-specific recipes

· Baked goods

· Holiday recipes

· Dinner foods

· Snacks kids love

· Finger foods

· Tasty sides

· Drink recipes

To be considered, be sure to have your recipe(s) emailed to contentteam@stripes.com no later than Thursday, Sept. 17. Please include at least 1 photo of the finished dish and 2-5 sentences as to why you love making this recipe.

The $100 AAFES gift card winner will be contacted directly.