Winning Recipes

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    Quick Mango Sorbet

    3 reviews

    Last summer, I decided to try my hand at making a passion fruit and mango sorbet. But fresh fruits require...


    Greek Chicken & Rice

    23 reviews

    A fresh take on comfort food, Greek chicken and rice is my go-to on busy weeknights and when unexpected company...


    Quick and Easy Vegetable Potpie

    3 reviews

    This meatless Monday superstar comes together quickly and is inexpensive as well. My 4-year-old always asks for seconds! You can...


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    Frozen Brandy Old-Fashioneds

    6 reviews

    Both sides of my family are Midwestern, so our strong brandy tradition is evident in the slush we make for...


    Sticky Maple Pepper Glazed Chicken Wings

    5 reviews

    This is one of my favorite appetizers to make over the holidays! The coarse ground pepper cuts the sweetness of...


    Mushroom and Olive Bruschetta

    I tried this delicious bruschetta toast at a party and knew I had to make it myself. Since I couldn't...


    Curry Shrimp and Rice

    2 reviews

    My family and I absolutely love curry shrimp and rice. I created this version so I I can make it...


    Easy Jambalaya

    1 review

    I brought this easy jambalaya to a Sunday potluck and it was quickly gobbled up. When friends asked me for...

    Italian Stuffed Beef Rolls

    4 reviews

    The combination of spinach, artichokes and cream cheese is always a crowd pleaser. Add basil and a roasted red pepper...


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    Chicken Piccata Meatballs

    20 reviews

    The classic chicken piccata entree is my favorite dish, but I wanted another way to have all the same flavors....


    Chocolate Peppermint Cheesecake

    1 review

    After making some delicious dessert bars, I was determined to turn the recipe into a chocolate peppermint cheesecake. This festive...


    Bacon-Peanut Butter Cornbread Muffins

    6 reviews

    My family just can't get enough bacon and peanut butter, so I created these quick and easy cornbread muffins using...


    Honey-Mustard Brussels Sprouts Salad

    2 reviews

    Even if you dislike Brussels sprouts, you will love this dish. The dressing is so tasty, and it pairs amazingly...


    Florentine Ciabatta

    2 reviews

    I came up with this appetizer because of my love for white pizza. I've served my ciabatta pizza at many...


    Fig and Goat Cheese Meatballs

    Around the holidays, saucy cocktail meatballs are always the first appetizer to go. In this dish, the sweet flavor of...


    Nacho Triangles with Salsa-Ranch Dipping Sauce

    2 reviews

    These nacho bites are a fun fusion of Greek appetizers and flavors of the American Southwest. The simple dipping sauce...


    Air Fryer Sweet and Sour Pineapple Pork

    2 reviews

    This air-fryer pork is an amazing dish to make on a weeknight, and it's special enough for company. The recipe...

    Air-Fryer Shrimp Po’boys

    2 reviews

    My husband loves crispy coconut shrimp and po'boys, so I combined them with a spicy remoulade and voila! This air-fryer...


    Air-Fryer Pumpkin Fries

    1 review

    Move over french fries—these homemade pumpkin fries are divine! Not only are they healthier than traditional fries, but they are...


    Air-Fryer Fiesta Chicken Fingers

    2 reviews

    Chicken fingers have long been a favorite of mine. Actually, almost any finger-shaped deep-fried goodie seldom escapes my reach. These...


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    Air-Fryer Chicken Tenders

    8 reviews

    I added all of the components of a loaded baked potato—cheddar, potato, bacon, sour cream and chives—to my air-fryer chicken...


    Air-Fryer Apple Pie Egg Rolls

    2 reviews

    These easy apple pie egg rolls can be prepared as needed, using egg roll wrappers as vessels for the fruit...


    Air-Fryer Fajita-Stuffed Chicken

    2 reviews

    I had all the ingredients for fajitas, but instead of heating up my big oven, I decided to try a...

    12 Best-Ever Baking Contest Winners

    We set up the ultimate showstopper challenge and these home bakers brought their best. Pull these contest-winning cakes, bars, breads...


    Pressure-Cooker Cajun Chicken Alfredo

    1 review

    This recipe is a true comfort food! Cajun spice adds a nice heat to the creamy Alfredo sauce. Add more...


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    Air-Fryer Taquitos

    3 reviews

    I love these any-occasion air-fryer taquitos. Spice them up by adding sliced jalapenos if desired. —Mark Webber, Valdez, Alaska


    Sweet and Spicy Air-Fryer Meatballs

    1 review

    I am always on a quest for meatballs that pack a sweet and savory punch. These air-fryer meatballs are a...


    Chai-Spiced Star Bread

    1 review

    My chai star bread is great for potlucks or parties because it's easy to share and looks beautiful. Prepare it...


    Mint Chocolate Cheesecake

    7 reviews

    I created this mint chocolate cheesecake for our high school's annual fundraiser. We were told that it brought a hefty...