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    Eggnog Bread

    Someone always asks for the recipe when I make this rich bread for the holidays or give as gifts. It's...


    Carrot Fruitcake

    Even those who don't care for fruitcake love this special holiday dessert. It's a fun way to dress up that...



    Contest-Winning Barbecued Chicken

    When our neighborhood has a cookout, I always take along this chicken and watch it quickly disappear! My family loves...


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    Taco Cornbread Casserole

    A whole can of chiles adds fire to this casserole. For less heat, you can use just enough of the...


    Pork Chile Verde

    Pork slowly stews with jalapenos, onion, green enchilada sauce and spices in this flavor-packed Mexican dish. It's wonderful on its...


    Mom’s Chicken Noodle Soup

    My mother was a pastor's wife, and she did a lot of cooking for potlucks. This recipe is one she...


    Dutch Oven Chicken Thighs

    Dutch oven chicken thighs with red potatoes, carrots and celery is a fuss-free, one-pot dinner option that everyone at your...

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    Announcing the Winners of Our 2024 Cookie Exchange

    Three hundred bakers brought handmade treats to a cookie exchange hosted by Taste of Home and Instagram star Kelsey Elizabeth....


    Gluten-Free Carrot Cake

    Moist, sweet and loaded with spice, this gluten-free carrot cake is every bit as good as the original. Made in...


    Strawberry Cheesecake Bars

    These strawberry cheesecake bars mimic a classic cheesecake with a vibrant strawberry topping. Make them ahead of time for potlucks...


    Gingerbread Loaf

    Make your home smell delicious with our gingerbread loaf recipe. Moist and flavorful, this bread is perfect for cozy gatherings...


    Presenting the Winners from Our Holiday Cocktail Party Recipe Contest

    Home cooks were invited to send in their holiday shareables and simple sweets. And what’s a cocktail party without a...


    Easy Roasted Green Beans

    These roasted green beans prove they have a lot to offer beyond the usual holiday casserole. Roasting them concentrates and...


    Clam Fritters

    Clam fritters are a summertime staple along the New England coast, and this savory recipe brings them straight to your...


    Mac and Cheese with Cream Cheese

    Yes, it's a recipe for mac and cheese with cream cheese. And regular cheese. And it's a dish that you're...


    Apricot Chicken

    This saucy, Chinese-inspired apricot chicken recipe tastes just like your favorite takeout order but comes together entirely in the microwave.

    Presenting the Winners from Our Weeknight Winners Recipe Contest

    Home cooks shared their quick entrees, five-ingredient mains and make-ahead meals. From sliders to pasta, these time-saving dishes and shortcut...


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    Potato Soup

    This easy homemade potato soup recipe is a staple side for steak dinners at home or an amazing comfort meal...


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    Slow-Simmered Burgundy Beef Stew

    Don't be intimidated at the idea of making Beef Bourguignon, it's just a farmhouse stew with an accent. This recipe...


    Thai Red Curry Chicken

    Thai red curry chicken is a take on your favorite restaurant curry dish, and on busy nights, the frozen stir-fry...


    Presenting the Winners from Our Pumpkin Mashups Recipe Contest

    Home cooks rose to the challenge and submitted squash recipes that push the envelope. From pumpkin to butternut squash, these...


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    Salmon Salad Sandwich

    Salmon salad sandwiches combine bright flavors, salmon and creamy mayo, for one seriously delicious lunch.

    Lemon Blueberry Tart

    You'll love this amazing combination of flavors. Lemon adds a zesty counterpoint to the tart's fruit topping and lovely, buttery...


    Herbed Pumpkin Flatbread

    Rosemary, thyme and pumpkin give these flatbreads an autumnal twist. They are great served with soup or salad and, of...


    Pumpkin Falafel

    Falafel is the ultimate Middle Eastern street food. Pumpkin adds a light sweetness and keeps the patties moist while baking....


    Air-Fried Pumpkin Shakarpara

    Shakarparas are crispy fried Indian cookies. My Indian American family makes these traditional treats every year for the holidays. I...


    Chai Butternut Squash Pancakes

    Hot or cold, chai tea is my absolute favorite drink. I wanted to enjoy the spicy chai flavor in a...


    Pumpkin Campfire Bars

    Camping is my favorite activity, and s'mores are my favorite camping treat! I had an abundance of pumpkin puree, so...