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Kid-Made Cocoa Cupcakes

I’m only a kid, and this is the first recipe I’ve created. I spent a year perfecting these cupcakes, asking advice from owners of local bakeries and my baker friends. I make them for every special occasion in my family and sometimes just for fun. If you want the cupcakes to taste more like hot cocoa, double the amount of hot cocoa mix. This recipe works well with multiple frosting flavors: mint, maple syrup, vanilla, marshmallow and buttercream. Decorate them any way you want! —Maia Hubscher, South Orange, New Jersey

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Homemade Corned Beef

Here's a recipe you've gotta plan for, but you don't need to do much work to get this deli-quality corned...


Surprise Sausage Bundles

7 reviews

Kielbasa and sauerkraut star in a tasty filling for these scrumptious stuffed rolls, which make a great dinner with soup...


Easy Party Meatballs

9 reviews

Meatballs are always great for parties. This is an easy twist on the usual recipe, and it's very fast to...


Hot Mushroom Spread

I've made this creamy, hearty mushroom appetizer for years—it's a big hit every time.—Barbara Pletzke, Herndon, Virginia

Corned Beef Hash Rustic Pie

This suppertime pie has all the yummies: homemade crust, seasoned potatoes, and lots and lots of corned beef and cheese....


Reuben-Style Pizza

7 reviews

This homemade pie has all the goodness classic Reuben sandwich in a form that will feed a crowd. It has...

Reuben Pizza

8 reviews

Fridays are pizza nights at our house. We do a lot of experimenting, so we don't have the same, old...


Beer and Pretzel Caramels

3 reviews

Beer and pretzels are a natural combination—mix them with smooth caramel and you have an awesome candy. The guys will...


Breaded Cheddar Cubes

Cubes of cheddar breaded and fried until golden brown…what’s not to love? The warm, gooey bites are always popular at...


Watergate Cake

1 review

The cake was a huge hit the very first time I made it! Wasn't sure I'd like it, but I...

German Beer Cheese Spread

17 reviews

We love recipes inspired by our German heritage. This tangy spread is fantastic served alongside everything, including pretzels and pumpernickel...


Baked Reuben Dip

22 reviews

I love a Reuben sandwich, and this recipe combines all of those flavors into a warm and gooey party dip....


Godiva Liqueur Brownies

1 review

Santa’s eyes twinkle when he finds this very adult brownie on the cookie tray. With chocolaty liqueur and other spirits,...


Candied Pumpkin Spice Pecans

14 reviews

You’ll be tempted to take possession of the bowl and eat up all of these sweet and spicy nuts. Before...