Winning Recipes

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

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    Creamy Cranberry Cheesecake

    2 Reviews

    This creamy cheesecake is perfect for holiday desserts. The colorful topping is so good that I prepare it separately and...


    Chunky Taco Soup

    14 Reviews

    I've gotten great response at our church dinners and senior groups whenever I bring this thick easy-to-fix soup. I usually...


    Tempura Chicken Wings

    5 Reviews

    When I moved to Kansas City from Texas, I brought many of my mom's best-loved recipes with me, including these...


    Cheesy Beef Taco Dip

    7 Reviews

    Try this recipe for a warm, hearty snack with a bit of a kick. It's a hit with my family,...


    Crispy Onion Chicken

    66 Reviews

    My family loves chicken, and I'm always trying new ways to prepare it. This golden-brown chicken with its crunchy french-fried...


    Garden Frittata

    11 Reviews

    I created this frittata recipe one day to use up some fresh yellow squash, zucchini and tomato. It's so easy...


    Salmon Mousse Cups

    14 Reviews

    I make these tempting little tarts frequently for parties. They disappear at an astonishing speed, so I usually double or...


    Roasted Green Bean Salad

    5 Reviews

    This easy recipe turns homegrown green beans into something special. A tangy dill and Dijon vinaigrette coats the beans without...

    Strawberry Banana Crepes

    9 Reviews

    My family often has company over for breakfast or brunch, and these light fruit-topped crepes are our favorite. The sweet...


    Cream of Wild Rice Soup

    43 Reviews

    Tender cubes of chicken, fresh vegetables and wild rice make this soup hearty enough for a meal. You can't beat...


    Caribbean Chicken

    8 Reviews

    You'd be hard-pressed to find a marinade this flavorful at any store! Add or subtract the jalapenos to suit your...


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    Contest-Winning Moist Chocolate Cake

    77 Reviews

    You don't have to spend a lot of time to serve an elegant and delicious dessert. Just mix up the...


    Ham ‘n’ Cheese Omelet Roll

    16 Reviews

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


    Caramel-Pecan Sticky Buns

    23 Reviews

    My mother used to make delicious cinnamon rolls when I was a child. Later, she taught my sister and me...


    Ground Beef Chili

    32 Reviews

    Everyone who tastes my beef chili recipe says that it is restaurant-quality. It's especially good with homemade cornbread. I have...


    Contest-Winning Sweet Potato Bake

    10 Reviews

    This is an easy dish to prepare and is a perfect addition to that special holiday meal. The topping is...


    Calgary Stampede Ribs

    34 Reviews

    "More, please!" is what I hear when I serve these zippy, finger-licking ribs to family or guests. The first time...

    Taco Joe Dip

    15 Reviews

    My daughter was the first to try this recipe. She thought it was so good she passed it on to...


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    Traditional Lasagna

    260 Reviews

    My family first tasted this rich, homemade lasagna recipe at a friend's home on Christmas Eve. We were so impressed...


    Shortbread Lemon Bars

    24 Reviews

    I've put together two family cookbooks over the years, and this recipe ranks among my favorites. The special lemon bars...


    Cheesy Corn Spoon Bread

    17 Reviews

    Homey and comforting, this custardlike side dish is a much-requested recipe at potlucks and holiday dinners. The jalapeno adds just...


    Salsa Corn Cakes

    2 Reviews

    This recipe is super with fresh or canned corn. I whip up these patties to serve alongside nachos or tacos...


    Classic Cabbage Rolls

    45 Reviews

    I've always enjoyed cabbage rolls but didn't make them since most methods were too complicated. This recipe is fairly simple...

    Winning Cranberry Cheesecake

    5 Reviews

    The holidays wouldn't be complete without cranberries and eggnog. I use them both in this flavorful cheesecake that's the perfect...


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    Lemon Supreme Pie

    50 Reviews

    A friend and I often visit a local restaurant for pie and coffee. When they stopped carrying our favorite lemon...


    English Rhubarb Crumble

    2 Reviews

    When I met my English husband and served him just the crumble, he said it was fantastic but really needed...


    Rhubarb Mandarin Crisp

    7 Reviews

    An attractive dessert, this crisp is also a popular breakfast dish at our house, served with a glass of milk...


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    Contest-Winning Chicken Cacciatore

    29 Reviews

    My husband and I own and operate a busy farm. There are days when there's just no time left for...


    Chocolate Angel Cake

    25 Reviews

    When I was married in 1944, I could barely boil water. My dear mother-in-law taught me her specialty—making the lightest...