Winning Recipes

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

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    Grilled Onions

    8 reviews

    Grilled onions are sweet with a mellow flavor that pairs beautifully with beef and other meats. Serve these grilled onions...


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    Pear Crisp

    20 reviews

    Top this pear crisp with a simple brown sugar-oat topping, then bake to bubbly perfection.


    Cinnamon Candy Popcorn

    20 reviews

    This crisp bright-colored snack is more festive than traditional caramel corn. My family just loves it! Set out in pretty...


    Bacon-Wrapped Filets with Scotched Mushrooms

    8 reviews

    I got the idea for bacon-wrapped filet mignon when I saw some on sale in the grocery store. The rest...


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    Banana and Chocolate Puff Pastry

    11 reviews

    Banana and chocolate puff pastry is a celebration of one of our favorite pairings, brought together with flaky pastry crust...


    Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus with Raspberry Sauce

    2 reviews

    Grilling the prosciutto with the asparagus gives this appetizer a salty crunch that's perfect for dipping into a sweet glaze....


    Three-Cheese Fondue

    3 reviews

    I got this easy recipe from my daughter, who lives in France. It’s become my go-to fondue, and I make...


    Touch-of-Gold Christmas Trees

    13 reviews

    You can decorate these pretty Christmas trees with other types of sprinkles if you don't have the gold dust. The...

    Patio Pinto Beans

    4 reviews

    Sweet, savory and a little tangy, this pinto bean recipe is simple, flavorful and packed with protein, fiber and plenty...


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    Stuffed Mushrooms

    29 reviews

    Stuffed mushrooms are the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Whether for a dinner party or just a casual weeknight, these sausage and cheese-filled...


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    Hungarian Goulash

    31 reviews

    This Hungarian goulash recipe features tender chunks of beef and a rich sauce infused with paprika and caraway seeds. It's...


    Delectable Maple Nut Chocolates

    10 reviews

    "This recipe goes back about 40 years. My father loved anything with maple flavoring, so my mother tweaked a brownie...


    Pineapple Pecan Cheese Ball

    15 reviews

    A tangy and nutty pineapple cheese ball is a delicious combination of sweet with savory. People love it at parties!


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    Whipped Shortbread Cookies

    224 reviews

    These whipped shortbread cookies melt in your mouth. Mostly I make them for the holidays, but I'll also prepare them...


    Pomegranate Pistachio Crostini

    2 reviews

    Pomegranate seeds intrigued me, so I sliced French bread, smeared it with cream cheese and added seeds, pistachios and chocolate....


    Nut Roll Recipe

    17 reviews

    You don't need Hungarian ancestors to appreciate this nut roll recipe. It's elegant and not too sweet, perfect for enjoying...


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    Blueberry French Toast Casserole

    85 reviews

    Overnight blueberry French toast casserole gives you a company-worthy breakfast without the morning scramble to get it on the table.

    Chicken Chile Lasagna

    16 reviews

    This saucy lasagna is my adaptation of a chicken enchilada recipe. My husband and I enjoy the mild blend of...


    Deep-Dish Sausage Pizza

    21 reviews

    My grandma made the tastiest snacks for us when we stayed the night at her farm. Her wonderful pizza, hot...


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    Cranberry Salad

    83 reviews

    This cranberry salad (or cranberry fluff salad to some) is an excellent side or dessert recipe. Cranberries, pineapples, green apples...


    Spiced Cran-Apple and Grape Conserve

    1 review

    Faced with an abundance of grapes from my garden, I wound up using them in various ways. This conserve was...


    Spaghetti Squash Boats

    13 reviews

    Love noodles but want to eat fewer carbs? Our beef-stuffed spaghetti squash boats have a similar texture and a fun...


    Cranberry Cheese Crumb Pie

    6 reviews

    My mind works overtime to plan treats that surprise the family. They give this cranberry pie a “wow” and invite...

    Black Eyed Pea Salad

    7 reviews

    This eye-catching black eyed pea salad is packed with nutrient-dense ingredients for a healthy dish that's ready for weeknights or...


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    Chicken Pasta Casserole

    131 reviews

    This is my family’s favorite every week or two and we never tire of it. I like that I can...