Winning Recipes

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

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    Slow-Cooker Hot Fudge Cake

    54 reviews

    A cake baked in a slow cooker may seem unusual, but after-dinner smiles prove how tasty it is. Sometimes, for...


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    Chicken Enchilada Bake

    103 reviews

    Your family is going to gobble up this cheesy, southwestern and easy chicken enchilada casserole…and will ask for it again...


    Teriyaki Glazed Chicken

    20 reviews

    I love to experiment with food. We're able to buy sweet onions grown on Maui, so I stir-fry them with...


    Caribbean Potato Soup

    13 reviews

    My bright and hearty soup features an unusual blend of ingredients, including okra, kale and black-eyed peas. No kale on...


    Mediterranean Shrimp Linguine

    11 reviews

    This picture-perfect linguine is a feast for the eyes and, with a hint of heat, a treat for the palate....


    Spaghetti Squash Casserole

    26 reviews

    Spaghetti squash, like zucchini, can take over a garden. This is an excellent way to put that abundance to good...


    Shrimp Veggie Salad

    11 reviews

    My family loves to have potluck barbecues during the summer. With several backyard gardens in the family, you can be...


    Slow-Cooked Pork Burritos

    8 reviews

    I have been making these slow-cooker burritos for as long as I can remember, changing the recipe now and then...

    Rich Rum Cake

    3 reviews

    We like a touch of rum for the holidays, and this orangy rum cake is decadent alone or with big...


    Cilantro Lime Shrimp

    5 reviews

    A quick garlicky lime marinade works magic on these juicy shrimp. They come off the grill with huge flavors perfect...


    Steamed Turkey Dumplings

    1 review

    This is a great "lite" appetizer that tastes wonderful, but will not make you feel like you've eaten a meal....


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    Zucchini Pizza Casserole

    341 reviews

    My husband has a hearty appetite, our two kids never tire of pizza and I grow lots of zucchini, so...


    Tasty Marinated Tomatoes

    9 reviews

    My niece introduced me to this colorful recipe some time ago. I now make it when I have buffets or...


    Cheeseburger Pizza

    12 reviews

    My husband's favorite foods are pizza and cheeseburgers, so I combined the two in a pie with mayo and dill...


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    Roasted Chicken with Rosemary

    23 reviews

    Herbs, garlic and butter give this hearty meal in one a classic flavor. It's a lot like pot roast, except...


    Chocolate Meringue Stars

    12 reviews

    These light, delicate chocolate meringue cookies are always a hit. Their big chocolate flavor makes it difficult to keep the...


    Pepperoni Angel Hair

    6 reviews

    This noodle side dish is so versatile that it can accompany steak, pork chops, chicken or even hamburgers. Chill leftovers...

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    Chicken Rice Bowl

    10 reviews

    This chicken rice bowl recipe is so easy to toss together on a busy weeknight, and I usually have the...


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    Barbecued Burgers

    37 reviews

    I can't take all the credit for these winning burgers. My husband's uncle passed down the special barbecue sauce recipe....


    Toasty Pumpkin Waffles

    17 reviews

    When I really want to impress folks, I serve these waffles. They're beautiful stacked
    and layered with pink sweet-tart...


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    Pretty Penne Ham Skillet

    47 reviews

    I'm a busy nurse, so fast meals are a must. This pasta is a tasty change of pace from potato-ham...


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    Funnel Cakes

    32 reviews

    These are much simpler to make than doughnuts but taste just as good. They have been a regular treat of...


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    Cauliflower Soup

    318 reviews

    This cheesy recipe is way tastier than any other cauliflower soup I've tried! We like it with hot pepper sauce...

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    Taco Cornbread Casserole

    52 reviews

    A whole can of chiles adds fire to this casserole. For less heat, you can use just enough of the...


    Reuben Bread Pudding

    10 reviews

    Our Aunt Renee always brought this casserole to family picnics in Chicago.
    It became so popular that she started...


    Roasted Butternut Squash Panzanella

    9 reviews

    Squash was a hard sell with my family until I paired it with pumpkin seeds, cranberries and horseradish. Now they...


    Grilled Cheese & Tomato Soup Bake

    27 reviews

    This casserole brings together two classic comfort foods: grilled cheese sandwiches and tomato soup. There’s no need for your hands...


    Asian Barbecue Chicken Slaw

    8 reviews

    When it’s springtime in the South, cabbage is plentiful and we use it. One of our favorite recipes is this...


    New England Bean & Bog Cassoulet

    3 reviews

    When I moved to New England, I embraced the local cuisine. My cassoulet with baked beans pays tribute to a...