Winning Recipes

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

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    Chicken with Potato Stuffing

    1 review

    Meet the Cook: This is a great Sunday meal or "company dish" - as long as you're prepared with second...


    Roasted Acorn Squash & Brussels Sprouts

    6 reviews

    I love creating dishes with few ingredients and easy steps, like squash with Brussels sprouts. Maple syrup adds a slight...


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    Scottish Shortbread

    78 reviews

    My mother, who is of Scottish heritage, passed this shortbread recipe, along with other favorite recipes, on to me. When...


    Peachy Sour Cream Coffee Cake

    5 reviews

    When I was a little girl, my grandma got up early every Saturday to make this coffee cake for the...


    Ham ‘n’ Cheese Omelet Roll

    15 reviews

    This brunch dish has easy ingredients and an impressive look all rolled into one! I love hosting brunch, and this...


    Contest-Winning Banana Cream Pie

    10 reviews

    I fix this creamy dessert whenever I need a no-fuss treat. Friends are surprised to hear that it's made in...


    Contest-Winning Stuffed Pepper Soup

    35 reviews

    This is an excellent example of how convenience foods can be combined for a tasty entree. Ready in minutes when...


    Contest-Winning Rhubarb Meringue Pie

    16 reviews

    My husband’s grandmother was an excellent cook, but she didn’t always share her secrets. Luckily, we have her rhubarb pie...

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    Pineapple Upside-Down Cupcakes

    28 reviews

    I have baked cupcakes for years. These easy to make treats make an attractive dessert for special occasions. —Barbara Hahn,...


    Baked Peach Pancake

    21 reviews

    This dish makes for a dramatic presentation. I usually take it right from the oven to the table, fill it...


    Oatmeal Brulee with Ginger Cream

    14 reviews

    This is an awesome dish for a chilly morning. I love the crispy, caramelized top and raspberry surprise at the...


    Maple Mocha Pops

    6 reviews

    "One is just not enough," my husband says of these creamy pops. They're a breeze to make, and kids love...


    Rhubarb Cherry Pie

    6 reviews

    As a young girl, I dreamed of being able to make pies like my mother. Her rolling pin, which I...


    Berry Rhubarb Fool

    5 reviews

    A "fool" is a British dessert that's usually made with custard. This is a modified, quicker version I created. My...


    Blueberry Cream Pops

    4 reviews

    Blueberry-and-cream pops are such a fun after-school snack. Make them in the morning so the pops are ready to go...


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    Bite-Sized Cinnamon Roll Cookies

    25 reviews

    If you love cinnamon rolls and spiced cookies as much as I do, make this bite-sized version that combines the...


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    Cranberry Orange Scones

    61 reviews

    Moist and scrumptious, these scones come out perfect every time. I savor the chewy dried cranberries and sweet orange glaze....

    Berry Breakfast Smoothies

    4 reviews

    Smooth out the morning rush with a boost of berries. It's tangy and sweet, so there's no reason to add...


    Slow-Cooker Italian Beef Sandwiches

    13 reviews

    My mom made the best Italian beef. I’ve added to it over the years, but it’s still her recipe. She...


    Lemon-Lime Bars

    15 reviews

    This easy lime bar recipe is a dessert that will wow your guests. I baked these bars for a luncheon...


    Dill Garden Salad

    6 reviews

    I love to cut up whatever fresh vegetables I have on hand and toss them with this delicious dressing and...


    Slow-Cooker Mexican Dip

    11 reviews

    My husband and I love to entertain, and we make this hearty seven-ingredient Mexican dip often. Using our slow cooker...


    Mediterranean Chicken Orzo

    7 reviews

    Orzo pasta with chicken, olives and herbes de Provence has the bright flavors of Mediterranean cuisine. Here’s a bonus: Leftovers...

    Ham & Cheese Breakfast Strudels

    11 reviews

    These get the morning off to a cheery start! Sometimes I assemble the strudels ahead and freeze them individually, then...


    Spicy Thai Coconut Chicken Soup

    7 reviews

    For national soup month in January, I came up with a new recipe every day. This one
    is my...


    Broccoli-Mushroom Bubble Bake

    7 reviews

    I got bored with the same old breakfast casseroles I'd see at our monthly moms' meetings, so I decided to...


    Sesame Chicken Dip

    47 reviews

    I can't tell you how many times I'm asked to bring this easy dip to holidays, birthday parties or girls'...


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    Mexican Street Corn Bake

    19 reviews

    We discovered Mexican street corn at a festival. This easy one-pan version saves on prep and cleanup. Every August I...


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    Best Ever Beans and Sausage

    35 reviews

    When my wife asks what she should make for a gathering, she's always told to bring this—and a couple of...