Winning Recipes

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

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    Cook with confidence when you make the grand prize contest winners that soared to the top of Taste of Home’s best contests.

    Chicken Picante

    12 reviews

    Chicken picante gives simple chicken breasts a flavor upgrade with a three-ingredient spicy sauce made from jarred picante sauce, brown...


    Tangy Grilled Pineapple Chicken

    This juicy grilled pineapple chicken recipe brings summery, tropical flavor to the table.


    Golden Apple Pie

    25 reviews

    Simmered apple juice thickens the filling of this Golden Delicious apple pie into a glossy, cinnamon-scented layer that slices clean...


    German Chocolate Cake

    87 reviews

    According to my husband, this is the best German chocolate cake recipe in the whole world. Every bite has a...

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    Firecracker Casserole

    104 reviews

    As its name implies, this Tex-Mex flavored firecracker casserole explodes with the spicy, savory flavors of the Southwest.


    Lemon Raspberry Cheesecake

    Artfully marbled with a tangy berry swirl, this luxurious lemon raspberry cheesecake will make a show-stopping end to any meal.

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    French Hot Chocolate

    3 reviews

    Throw that powdered drink mix to the side! It's time to make French hot chocolate with thick, rich cream and...


    Tofu Tacos

    Tofu tacos get a bold upgrade with a chili-spiced marinade and a high-heat roast that delivers crisp, golden edges.


    Feta Bruschetta

    29 reviews

    Fun to say and tasty to eat, feta bruschetta is an easy, flavor-packed appetizer with herbs, spices and tangy cheese...


    Chickpea Tacos

    Add some zippy spice, load up the toppings and these chickpea tacos become a perfect protein-packed vegetarian option for taco...

    Blackened Fish Tacos

    Blackened fish tacos take taco night to new heights with spiced pan-fried cod, a cooling cilantro crema and soft tortillas.


    Orange Cinnamon Rolls

    These orange cinnamon rolls have orange juice and orange zest in the dough and frosting, giving them an ideal citrus...


    Copycat Panera Bacon Turkey Bravo

    Recreate this briefly discontinued, now-reinstated fan-favorite menu item with our copycat Panera Bread bacon turkey Bravo sandwich recipe.


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    Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake

    This lemon blueberry cheesecake with a fresh blueberry compote topping is a tasty twist on a classic cheesecake.


    Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls

    1 review

    This banana bread cinnamon roll recipe combines flavors from two brunch favorites into one perfect pastry.

    Popcorn Shrimp Tacos

    7 reviews

    With crispy shrimp, tangy coleslaw and warm corn tortillas, these popcorn shrimp tacos are a delightful way to mix it...


    Gluten-Free Cinnamon Rolls

    1 review

    These soft gluten-free cinnamon rolls are filled with cinnamon sugar and smothered in cream cheese frosting—just like the traditional version.


    Ground Turkey Tacos

    Ground turkey tacos are a lighter twist on classic tacos. Ground turkey contains less fat than ground beef but still...


    Chipotle Chicken

    2 reviews

    Chipotle Chicken


    Butter Pecan Cookie Bars with Penuche Drizzle

    I have made these bars for many, many years. They are rich, chewy, nutty and buttery—all the good stuff. I...


    Puff Pastry Apple Strudel

    This puff pastry apple strudel is such a fun recipe. It can be served alone or with a side salad....


    Creamy Pizza Soup

    1 review

    This Creamy Pizza Soup is like eating supreme pizza with a spoon! You can add your own favorite pizza toppings...


    Sweet and Savory Deviled Eggs

    1 review

    My Grandma Phyllis' sweet and savory deviled eggs are unrivaled by any of the ones I've tried. The sweetness of...


    Squash and Spinach Pierogi Casserole

    4 reviews

    This recipe is tasty and quick to make. You use prepackaged ingredients for ease and then credit the cooking to...

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    Spicy Cowboy Beans

    3 reviews

    These spicy cowboy beans are a perfect contribution to a potluck buffet any time of year. Instead of needing hours...


    Grilled Chickpea Salad Sandwich

    2 reviews

    When my mother comes to visit, she enjoys a good old-fashioned chicken salad sandwich. As a vegetarian, I make chickpea...


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    Mexican Tea Cookies

    Mexican tea cookies are a holiday favorite in our family. I updated the recipe by frosting them with a buttercream...


    Mint Oreo Fudge

    1 review

    I altered a plain chocolate fudge recipe to create this festive mint Oreo fudge. Mint Oreo cookies can be used...


    Cake Mix Brownies

    9 reviews

    These cake mix brownies are a mashup of two of my favorite desserts. A woman I worked with gave me...