Winning Recipes

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    Garlic Rosemary Pull-Apart Bread

    4 reviews

    This recipe is a different type of pull-apart bread. Eat it by itself, dipped in marinara, or as part of...


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    Apple Spice Cake with Brown Sugar Frosting

    26 reviews

    I am a healthy eater most of the time, but this apple spice cake is worth the splurge! Every year...


    Lemon Popovers with Pecan Honey Butter

    2 reviews

    My mom passed this recipe down to me many years ago. We love the delicate lemon flavor with the pecan...


    Gouda and Roasted Potato Bread

    2 reviews

    Our family tried roasted potato bread at a bakery on a road trip, and I came up with my own...


    Triple-Chocolate Cheesecake Bars

    8 reviews

    What could be better than a brownie crust layered with chocolate cheesecake and topped with chocolate ganache? These cheesecake bars...


    Praline Pumpkin Pecan Pie

    2 reviews

    My husband and I are not big fans of traditional pumpkin pie, but my mother and others are, so we...


    Oma’s Marzipan Stollen

    4 reviews

    My German grandma made this stollen for us when we were young. I love its homey taste and how it...


    Coastal Coconut Cream Cake

    5 reviews

    This is my son's county fair cake. He was awarded a top-10 prize, and he auctioned the coconut cream cake...

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    Cheesy Breakfast Egg Rolls

    4 reviews

    Whether you have to run out the door in the morning or you take a few minutes to relax at...


    Savory Mustard Chicken and Stuffing Waffles

    Adding mustard to the chicken coating adds a tang that's amazing with the savory waffles and sweet maple syrup. —John...


    Lemon Blackberry Tortilla French Toast

    2 reviews

    This twist on crepes is tart-sweet with a creamy lemon filling and juicy blackberries. Think of this as a cross...


    Sausage and Eggs over Cheddar-Parmesan Grits

    2 reviews

    These creamy grits topped with Italian sausage, peppers, onions and a fried egg are total comfort food and perfect for...


    Upside-Down Apple Bacon Pancake

    2 reviews

    I frequently cook Sunday brunch for my husband and myself, and I am always experimenting with new recipes. Apples picked...


    Slow-Cooker Breakfast Burritos

    6 reviews

    Prep these tasty, hearty burritos the night before for a quick breakfast in the morning or let them cook while...


    Cheddar-Butternut Squash Clafoutis

    7 reviews

    I came up with this savory version of the classic French dessert clafoutis and shared it for dinner with a...


    Pepperoni and Sausage Deep-Dish Pizza Quiche

    5 reviews

    Try this savory quiche for a hearty change-of-pace breakfast. Needless to say, it's wonderful for lunch and dinner too. —...


    Shakshuka Breakfast Pizza

    I turned traditional shakshuka into a fun morning pizza. Its sweet, spicy and crunchy ingredients make it perfect for morning,...

    Apple Pie Ricotta Waffles

    2 reviews

    I had apples and ricotta cheese to use up, so instead of making a pie I decided to do something...


    Southern Hash Browns and Ham Sheet-Pan Bake

    7 reviews

    Why not take the convenience of sheet-pan cooking and apply it to breakfast? I love how easily this meal comes...


    Fried Ice Cream Dessert Bars

    19 reviews

    Fried ice cream is such a delicious treat, but it can be a hassle to make individual servings. This recipe...


    Banh Mi Skewers

    I love banh mi sandwiches but wanted to make them a little easier to serve for a party. These skewers...


    Caribbean Island Coleslaw

    7 reviews

    After trying a similar version of this coleslaw while visiting the island of St. Kitts, I returned home and wanted...


    Chipotle Sweet Potato Salad

    6 reviews

    I love the velvety taste and texture of sweet potatoes. A friend served sweet potatoes cooked with peppers, and they...

    Peach Cobbler Cookies

    20 reviews

    My sister brought me fresh peaches one year, and we decided to make these fruity cookies. They also make fantastic...


    Summertime Watermelon Punch for a Crowd

    I attended a patio party years ago where the hostess had a clever watermelon “bowl” with a scalloped edge and...


    Thai Salad with Cilantro Lime Dressing

    3 reviews

    I created this salad to replicate one I tried on a cruise several years ago. It goes over very well...


    Red, White and Blue Summer Salad

    7 reviews

    In this dish, I combine traditional Caprese salad flavors with summer peaches and blueberries. I also add prosciutto for saltiness,...


    Chipotle Mexican Street Corn Dip with Goat Cheese

    2 reviews

    I was craving Mexican street corn that I had during a recent trip to Puerto Vallarta, so I came up...


    Fried Potato Salad

    3 reviews

    This recipe began with leftover fried potatoes I had on hand. We liked it so much that now I fry...