Winning Recipes

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

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    Creamy Celery Root and Pearl Onions

    1 review

    I have made creamed onions for several recent Thanksgivings and wanted to change the recipe, so I decided to add...


    Air-Fryer Bacon-Peanut Butter Cornbread Muffins

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


    Presenting the Winners from Our Sandwich Contest

    Move over PB&J, these over-the-top award-winning sandwiches are sure to become favorites in your house.


    Crunchy Burger Quesadillas

    2 reviews

    We adore burgers—all kinds! We also love quesadillas and tacos, so I combined them to make amazing, very filling quesadilla...


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    Cheesy Bacon and Grits Casserole

    1 review

    I was craving grits for breakfast, so I created this masterpiece with fresh corn and leftover bacon. Serve with avocado...


    Biscuits with Southern Cheese Spread

    To balance out the menu, every tea party needs a few savory options, like these biscuits with cheese spread. They're...


    Apple Cake with Homemade Buttermilk Sauce

    This apple cake with buttermilk sauce recipe is super easy. Top with spiced apples, drizzle with the warm sauce and...


    Mocha Cinnamon Rolls

    I love cinnamon rolls and coffee together! They are the perfect flavor combination, which is proven by these mocha cinnamon...

    Welsh Cakes

    My grandfather was Welsh and liked to make Welsh cakes on the griddle. Our whole family loves them. Sometimes he...


    Lefse

    Lefse is a Scandinavian flatbread made with potatoes. We traditionally make these delicious breads during the holiday season. Serve them...


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    Chiles Rellenos Croque-Madame

    5 reviews

    A traditional croque-madame is a heartier version of a croque-monsieur because it's served with an egg on top of the...


    Kilbourn Sandwich

    1 review

    This is a fun take on a Monte Cristo. It makes a big batch, so you can stock your freezer...


    Steak Sandwiches with Crispy Onions

    2 reviews

    I created this steak sandwich recipe for my husband. Fried onions are a family favorite, and I thought it would...


    Toasted Chicken Salad Sandwiches

    1 review

    I love chicken salad sandwiches. In this recipe, I use a rotisserie chicken from the supermarket and toss it with...


    Hot Italian Party Sandwiches

    4 reviews

    It doesn’t get much easier or more delicious than this hot Italian sandwich recipe. The sandwiches are wonderful as an...


    Brown Sugar Bacon BLT Sandwiches

    1 review

    Simple BLT sandwiches are quite amazing, but when you add dill mayonnaise, avocado and brown sugar bacon, they become something...


    Hoisin Chicken Wraps

    2 reviews

    My recipe was inspired by Vietnamese pork banh mi—particularly the fresh carrot, cucumber and radish topping. It has so much...

    Lebanese Street Sandwiches

    3 reviews

    Arayes are grilled Lebanese-style pitas that are stuffed with a seasoned meat mixture. They're commonly found throughout the food stalls...


    General Tso’s Chicken Sandwich with Broccoli Slaw

    3 reviews

    I turned a classic takeout dinner into this General Tso's chicken sandwich that’s simple to make at home. We like...


    Grilled Pimiento Cheese Sandwiches

    3 reviews

    Rich and creamy pimiento cheese is a southern favorite. It makes this grilled pimiento cheese sandwich shine, especially when sweet...


    Tandoori Masala Chicken Sandwiches

    This recipe combines spices from my Indian roots with a modern twist. If you want to add some extra heat...


    Sun-Dried Tomato Lamb Burgers

    1 review

    These lamb burgers can be made the day before and refrigerated until you're ready to grill. Serve with a cool...


    Mango Jalapeno Sloppy Joe Sliders

    I've loved sloppy joes since I can remember. In an attempt to give them a makeover, I thought of this...

    Grilled Elote Flatbread

    Here's a fun twist on a classic Mexican dish! Keep your kitchen cooled down during the summer by grilling this...


    Spicy Thai-Inspired Noodle Watermelon Salad

    1 review

    Our county is famous for its fabulous Green River melons. While you won’t find this unique and refreshing salad at...


    Roasted Grape and Sweet Cheese Phyllo Galette

    2 reviews

    Faced with an abundant crop of grapes, I had to come up with a creative way to use them. It’s...


    Summer Squash Pound Cake

    5 reviews

    This golden brown, tender pound cake is the perfect treat to make when you have an abundance of summer squash...


    Cherry Tomato Pasta with Avocado Sauce

    1 review

    Heart-healthy avocado makes this pasta dish feel indulgent without being overly rich. The flavorful sauce is so luscious, you’ll think...


    Peachy Keen Halloumi Fritters

    Use up the season's juicy, sun-ripened peaches in this corn fritter recipe filled with gooey Halloumi cheese and sweet onions....