We asked our Community Cooks which recipes they've recently tried and loved. Here's what they recommend right now.
The Best Recipes Our Community Cooks Made Last Month
Updated on Nov. 25, 2024
When it comes to home cooking, our Community Cooks are the best of the best. Their recommendations are backed by a wealth of kitchen knowledge and experience, so if you’re wondering what your next Taste of Home recipe should be, make it one of these!
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Pumpkin Dump Cake
“My favorite recipe I made this month was, hands down, the great Pumpkin Dump Cake. Everyone loved it.” —Joan Hallford
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2/10
Sheet-Pan Eggs and Bacon Breakfast
Total Time
60 mins
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
“The eggs were cooked perfectly. My son said ‘Mom please keep this recipe in rotation.’ We also loved the kick that the pepper jack and red pepper flakes gave the dish.” —Becky Carver
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 446 calories, 30g fat (13g saturated fat), 246mg cholesterol, 695mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 22g protein.
3/10
Sour Cream Chicken
Total Time
60 mins
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
“Instead of whole, bone in chicken, I use boneless chicken breast. I’ll serve it with sides, or on a toasted bun with favorite sandwich toppings. Because they heat up great in the air fryer, leftovers can be made into wraps too!” —Cindy Nerat
Nutrition Facts:
4 ounces cooked chicken: 423 calories, 23g fat (11g saturated fat), 123mg cholesterol, 795mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 30g protein.
4/10
Cranberry Date Bars
Total Time
60 mins
Servings
3 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
“Cranberry is a favorite fall flavor in our home, so these Cranberry Date Bars were such a treat. They are a new favorite dessert.” —Theresa Ravencraft
Nutrition Facts:
1 bar: 339 calories, 11g fat (6g saturated fat), 27mg cholesterol, 212mg sodium, 60g carbohydrate (40g sugars, 3g fiber), 3g protein.
5/10
Spiced Apple Pork Roast
Total Time
130 mins
Servings
15 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
“This is a fall favorite in my house—we have it all throughout the fall and winter months. I make it the day I can applesauce from the apples on my tree. My family loves it! I often double the applesauce and serve it on the side—it’s so good!” —Holly Balzer
Nutrition Facts:
3 ounces cooked pork: 181 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 60mg cholesterol, 198mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 0 fiber), 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1/2 starch.
6/10
Maple-Glazed Green Beans
Total Time
25 mins
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
“As a New Englander, I’m always happy to see real maple syrup used in recipes. These are a family favorite, easy enough for weeknight meals, fancy enough for holidays and special gatherings.” —Jolene Martinelli
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 173 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 7mg cholesterol, 302mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (24g sugars, 4g fiber), 4g protein.
7/10
Shirley Temple
Total Time
5 mins
Servings
1 serving
From the Recipe Creator:
“It doesn’t get any easier than this. Kids love this beverage and it adds a bit of nostalgia for the adults. Add a splash of cherry vodka for the adults if you want.” —Renee Page
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 173 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 22mg sodium, 45g carbohydrate (44g sugars, 1g fiber), 0 protein.
8/10
Chicken Lentil Soup
Total Time
55 mins
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
“Our whole family enjoyed this hearty and flavorful soup. My son had two big bowls. We loved the spices and the fresh veggies (the leeks were a game changer)! Paired with garlic bread and a green salad, it makes for a great weeknight meal on a cool evening.” —Rachel Garcia
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 265 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 843mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 4g fiber), 32g protein.
9/10
Instant Pot Mac and Cheese
Total Time
25 mins
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
“This recipe will easily satisfy a mac and cheese craving. It’s a straightforward and easy recipe as well.” —Corinna Nguyen
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 1009 calories, 62g fat (38g saturated fat), 184mg cholesterol, 1470mg sodium, 90g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 4g fiber), 27g protein.
10/10
Hearty Beef Stroganoff
Total Time
30 mins
Servings
5 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
“The last time I made this recipe, I used pork tenderloin. This month, I had Baldwin points to use up so I ordered the beef tenderloin dinner (rare temperature) with the grain of the week and salad. I sliced the tenderloin and used it in this recipe. I also ordered mushrooms and sour cream/horseradish sauce to use in the recipe. Husband swooned!” —Ann Sheehy
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 338 calories, 21g fat (13g saturated fat), 107mg cholesterol, 581mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 21g protein.
