Winning Recipes

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

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    Barbecued Turkey Pizza

    1 review

    My bread machine makes the crust for this mouthwatering pizza. Barbecue sauce, turkey, vegetables and cheese deliver so much flavor...


    Spicy Mustard Turkey Pizza

    1 review

    A unique take on traditional pizza, this is an instant family favorite thanks to the tangy sauce and crisp crust....


    Brunch Berry Pizza

    8 reviews

    This beautiful berry-topped pizza tastes as good as it looks! It's impossible to resist the tender pecan short-bread crust, rich...


    Cherry Cheese Pizza

    3 reviews

    This dessert pizza is a great way to use cherries, my family likes it better than cherry pie. Each bite...


    Contest-Winning German Pizza

    13 reviews

    Meet the Cook: Most of our family lives in Pennsylvania. They visit us often, and I like to serve this...


    Corn Tortilla Pizzas

    1 review

    These tasty individual pizzas have the zippy flavor of tacos. When I created this recipe and served these pizzas to...


    Bacon Cheeseburger Pizza

    12 reviews

    Kids of all ages love pizza and cheeseburgers, and this recipe combines them both. My grandchildren usually request pizza for...


    Triple Peanut Pizza

    4 reviews

    The tasty combination of chocolate and peanut butter has been a longtime favorite of mine, and now our son, Blake,...

    Seafood Pizza

    2 reviews

    I adapted this rich treat from a friend's seafood enchilada dish. The thick creamy cheese sauce is an ideal match...


    German Oktoberfest Pizza

    3 reviews

    There’s a little bit of Deutschland in every slice of this quick, creative pizza. If you like sausage and ‘kraut,...


    Nacho Pizza

    1 review

    I love Mexican food, and I love pizza. So I combined the best of both in this hearty pizza recipe....


    Lemon Stars

    15 reviews

    These light little cookies have a light, crunchy texture and a citrusy zing. Try stars for the Christmas season and...


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    Chicken Potpie Casserole

    40 reviews

    I always have leftover chicken broth on hand and use it for many things, including this comforting family favorite. You...


    Cinnamon Bagels with Crunchy Topping

    14 reviews

    Once you get the hang of it, you won’t believe how simple it is to make a delicious cinnamon bagel...


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    Florentine Spaghetti Bake

    40 reviews

    This hearty sausage entree will appeal to just about everyone. My daughter serves it often to her hardworking family on...


    Cranberry White Chocolate Chunk Cheesecake

    2 reviews

    My New York-style cheesecake has tart cranberries, white chocolate chunks and a smidge of yuletide red. It's an impressive addition...


    Swirled Raspberry & Chocolate Cheesecake

    11 reviews

    One secret to a lighter, fluffier cheesecake? Use the foaming power of eggs. When you beat egg whites to stiff...

    Lemon Bar Trifle

    24 reviews

    When I was a new bride almost 50 years ago, my husband gave me a mixer for my birthday. The...


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    Stuffed Chicken Rolls

    54 reviews

    Just thinking about this dish sparks my appetite. The ham and cheese rolled inside are a tasty surprise. Leftovers reheat...


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    White Bean Chicken Chili

    119 reviews

    My sister shared this white bean chicken chili recipe with me. I usually double it and add one extra can...


    Brussels Sprouts & Kale Saute

    14 reviews

    In an effort to add more greens to our meals, I created this dish—and my kids eat it up. The...


    Best Blackberry Cobbler

    10 reviews

    I’ve tweaked this recipe a few times, and everyone enjoys it. You can use frozen blackberries, but fresh are best....


    Creamy Banana Crepes

    3 reviews

    My husband and I enjoy taking turns fixing weekend breakfasts. These crepes are frequently on our menus. The sweet-and-sour banana...

    Contest-Winning BLT Pizza

    8 reviews

    A friend shared the recipe for this cold pizza that gets its crispy crust from refrigerated crescent roll dough. My...


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    Best Ever Stuffed Mushrooms

    28 reviews

    At party time, I bring out a platter of my easy stuffed mushrooms. I like to make mine with reduced-fat...


    Coconut Washboards

    20 reviews

    This simple yet satisfying coconut cookie recipe has been around for generations. Pressing a fork into the top gives the...


    Tuna Mushroom Casserole

    23 reviews

    I love to serve this dressed-up version of a tuna casserole. The green beans add nice texture, color and flavor....


    Slow-Cooker Mushroom Chicken & Peas

    29 reviews

    Some amazingly fresh mushrooms I found at our local farmers market inspired this recipe. When you start with the best...


    Birthday Cake Waffles

    1 review

    These super fun waffles—soft on the inside, crisp on the outside—taste just like cake batter! They are quick to whip...