Winning Recipes

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

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    Best Lime Tart

    11 reviews

    This treat is the perfect balance between tart and sweet, and the almonds in the crust are just wonderful. This...


    Cream Cheese Chicken Soup

    42 reviews

    After tasting a similar soup in a restaurant, I went home and cooked up my own version. It's so soothing...


    Spinach Turkey Meatballs

    15 reviews

    Our children call these "Gramby Meatballs" because the recipe came from my dear mother-in-law. It's a great way to make...


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    Contest-Winning Fresh Blueberry Pie

    85 reviews

    I've been making this blueberry pie recipe for decades since the ingredients for the filling are readily available in Michigan....


    Butter Pecan French Toast

    18 reviews

    Flavored coffee creamer is the secret ingredient in this oh-so-fast-and-easy breakfast treat the whole family will go for. “I sometimes...


    Chocolate Almond Silk Pie

    7 reviews

    This pie recipe is one I clipped years ago that became a big hit with my husband and three daughters....


    Cherry Winks

    5 reviews

    These crispy cherry wink cookies provide a nice change of pace from the traditional chocolate chip, sugar and peanut butter...


    Chocolate Turtle Cheesecake

    1 review

    I always get compliments when I whip up this rich little cheesecake. With layers of caramel, chocolate and vanilla, it's...

    Miniature Peanut Butter Cheesecakes

    31 reviews

    These yummy treats, with a peanut butter cup inside, were handed down to me from my mother. They're perfect for...


    Crab Cakes with Red Chili Mayo

    9 reviews

    This is one of the most popular appetizers I make and is lovely for a party. The spicy mayo is...


    Gooey Chocolate Cookies

    24 reviews

    These soft and chewy cookies couldn’t be easier to make. Jazz them up with a chocolate kiss in the center,...


    Strawberry-Rhubarb Meringue Pie

    7 reviews

    This pie is a rite of spring at our house, and many people have enjoyed sharing it with us. We...


    Raspberry Vinegar Pork Chops

    This recipe originally called for chicken; in addition to pork, I've tried it with grouse for a change of pace.


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    Gingered Pork and Asparagus

    My husband and I really enjoy fresh asparagus. So we were thrilled when I found this recipe for asparagus and...


    Mini Crab Tarts

    Frozen phyllo tart shells bake up to crispy perfection that’s heavenly with this warm, rich, creamy filling. They’re a snap...


    Chicken with Sugar Pumpkins & Apricots

    1 review

    When we have family gatherings, we give the slow cooker kitchen duty. This yummy chicken with pumpkin and apricots has...


    Jerk-Spiced Mango Pineapple Chutney

    I grew up eating mango, pineapple and spicy food, so enjoy the combination of these flavors. I try to make...

    Sweet Corn Ice Cream

    You have to give this novel sweet corn ice cream a try. It’s actually made with corn, sweetly flavored by...


    Skillet Potato Medley

    The pretty potatoes I had just harvested from my garden inspired me to mix them up for dinner. The results:...


    Chocolate-Mint Cookie Cups

    1 review

    When chocolate and mint get together with a hint of peppermint, mmm…magic happens. If you don't have mini muffin pans...


    Cornmeal Towers with Strawberries & Cream

    My kids love to help make these towers. They measure, mix, whisk and build stacks. It's a family custom and...


    Contest-Winning Raspberry Ribbon Pie

    It's fun to go out as a family and pick raspberries to make my mother-in-law's pie recipe. We always freeze...


    Black Forest Panettone Pudding

    My chocolate-cherry bread pudding uses Panettone, the holiday bread people often receive but aren't sure how to use. I make...

    Creamy Berry Smoothies

    Who can tell that this delicious smoothie is made with tofu? No one (especially your kids)! The blend of berries...


    Tex-Mex Pizza

    Loaded with toppings that include black beans and corn, this knife-and-fork pizza is packed with southwestern flavor and served with...


    Blushing Grapefruit Sorbet

    Not overly sweet, this sorbet is a hit at the holidays, when there’s plenty of citrus fruit on hand. Try...


    Sunshine Crepes

    "My family wanted just a light brunch and coffee this year for Christmas morning, so I whipped up these sweet...


    Leek and Herb Stuffed Chicken

    You're likely to find a lot of herb stuffed chicken breast recipes out there, but this chicken leek recipe is...


    Ham Pasties

    You'll find these in my recipe file under "F"—for "favorites"!