Winning Recipes

Browse this collection of contest-winning recipes, from blue-ribbon favorites to champions of our magazine contests.

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    Marvelous Maple Fudge

    28 reviews

    Use this delicious, easy recipe for potlucks, large family gatherings or bake sales. Line your pan with foil to make...


    Triple Layer Brownie Cake

    34 reviews

    A little of this tall, rich brownie cake goes a long way, so you'll have plenty of pieces left to...


    Homemade Chocolate Cake

    44 reviews

    A rich chocolate frosting is the flavorful finishing touch to this moist from-scratch cake that's mixed in one bowl. It...


    Chocolate Chip Cheese Ball

    112 reviews

    Your guests are in for a sweet surprise when they try this chocolate chip cheese ball—it tastes just like cookie...


    Chicken Chili with Black Beans

    9 reviews

    Because it looks different than traditional chili, my family was a little hesitant to try this dish at first. Thanks...


    Tortilla Lasagna

    18 reviews

    I found a similar recipe online and experimented with the ingredients to create this delicious lasagna. It was an instant...


    Stuffed Baby Red Potatoes

    28 reviews

    This recipe just says "party!" The ingredients are basic, but the finished appetizer looks like you worked a lot harder...


    Blueberry Angel Dessert

    58 reviews

    Make the most of angel food cake, pie filling and whipped topping by creating this light impressive dessert that doesn't...

    Creamy Vegetable Casserole

    13 reviews

    Searching for a different way to prepare vegetables? Look no further. I have a fussy eater in my house who...


    Pull-Apart Bacon Bread

    17 reviews

    I stumbled across this recipe while looking for something different to take to a brunch. Boy, am I glad I...


    Winning Cream of Asparagus Soup

    24 reviews

    I developed this recipe myself by substituting asparagus for broccoli in cream of broccoli soup. It's a big favorite at...


    Four-Cheese Lasagna

    14 reviews

    Cheese really stars in this lighter lasagna, which I created a few years ago. It can be prepared ahead of...


    Italian Bow Tie Bake

    9 reviews

    Served with a green salad and garlic bread, this is the easiest dinner I prepare for my family. They love...


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    Butter Pecan Layer Cake

    35 reviews

    Pecans and butter give this cake the same irresistible flavor as the popular butter pecan ice cream flavor. —Becky Miller,...


    Morning Maple Muffins

    45 reviews

    Maple combines with a subtle touch of cinnamon and nuts to give these muffins the flavor of a hearty pancake...


    Vegetarian Pasta Sauce

    3 reviews

    Loaded with fresh vegetables and herbs, this hearty, meatless sauce is a perfect way for gardeners to make delicious use...


    Double-Crust Strawberry Pie

    3 reviews

    The first time I made this pie it was delectable, so I wanted to share it. Fresh strawberries sprinkled with...

    Barbecued Beef Chili

    10 reviews

    Served with a hot loaf of bread and a side salad, this slow-cooker chili makes a hearty meal. The recipe...


    Contest-Winning Vegetarian Chili

    34 reviews

    My husband and I love vegetarian Dutch oven recipes—and this vegetarian chili is one of our favorites. It makes...


    Toffee Brownie Trifle

    33 reviews

    This decadent combination of pantry items is a terrific way to dress up a brownie mix. Try this trifle with...


    Chicken Soft Tacos

    11 reviews

    My family loves these tacos. The chicken cooks in the slow cooker, so it’s convenient to throw together before I...


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    Smothered Chicken Breasts

    116 reviews

    After trying a similar chicken dish in a restaurant, I decided to re-create it at home. Topped with bacon, caramelized...


    Cream Cheese Ice Cream

    6 reviews

    This cheesecake ice cream is hands-down the best homemade ice cream I've ever eaten.—Johnnie McLeod, Bastrop, Louisiana

    Grilled Stuffed Jalapenos

    11 reviews

    These cheese-stuffed jalapenos are always popular when my husband and I host a tapas (appetizers) party. There’s a flavor explosion...


    Mexican Chorizo and Corn Soup

    12 reviews

    This filling soup is fantastic when you need to warm up on a blustery day! If you want a chowder...


    Red Wine Cranberry Sauce

    5 reviews

    We were feeling festive when we started our holiday cooking, but a bottle of wine was a bit more than...


    Buttery Almond Crunch

    19 reviews

    Meet the Cook: This delectable candy is crisp but not as hard as peanut brittle. Some people say it reminds...


    Sour Cream Chocolate Cookies

    53 reviews

    These soft chocolaty sour cream cookies can easily be altered to make several different varieties—I've added everything from mints to...


    Wild Rice Mushroom Bake

    8 reviews

    The wild rice adds a wonderful flavor to this casserole. I like to serve it on special occasions. —Jann Marie...