We found the best recipes from Washington—all submitted by local home cooks. From apple pie to lots of seafood, these recipes will give you a taste of the Evergreen State.
The Best Recipes from Washington
Updated on Apr. 21, 2024
1/31
Vegan Apple Pie
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This pie won grand champion in the Apple Pie category at the 1992 Okanogan County Fair. The pie looks traditional, but homemade filling gives it a different flair and a terrific taste. —Dolores Scholz, Tonasket, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 496 calories, 23g fat (14g saturated fat), 60mg cholesterol, 351mg sodium, 69g carbohydrate (35g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.
2/31
Herb Grilled Salmon
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I have a huge herb garden and love using herbs in almost everything I cook. Living in the Pacific Northwest, we eat a lot of wild-caught salmon, so I use fresh herbs in this moist and delicious grilled recipe. On cooler days, bake it instead. —Michelle Glassmeyer Wunsch, Bothell, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
3 ounces cooked salmon: 325 calories, 25g fat (7g saturated fat), 79mg cholesterol, 379mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 20g protein.
3/31
Spicy Fresh Seafood Cioppino
Total Time
35 min
Servings
8 servings (3 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
Using prepared pasta sauce makes this hearty and hot one-pot dinner a cinch. —Doris Mancini, Port Orchard, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 259 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 108mg cholesterol, 1057mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 3g fiber), 29g protein.
4/31
One-Pot Meaty Spaghetti
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I used to help my mom make this when I was growing up, and the recipe stuck. It was a beloved comfort food at college and is now a weeknight staple for my fiance and me. —Kristin Michalenko, Seattle, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups: 292 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 46mg cholesterol, 737mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 8g fiber), 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 starch, 2 lean meat.
5/31
Spicy Applesauce
Total Time
55 min
Servings
8 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
We have an apple-picking party every year. It's a bushel of fun, and I always look forward to cooking a batch of this easy applesauce seasoned with cinnamon, cloves and allspice. —Marian Platt, Sequim, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
2/3 cup: 94 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 1mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 3g fiber), 0 protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fruit.
6/31
Oatmeal Molasses Crisps
Total Time
55 min
Servings
about 15 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
When I found this recipe in an Amish cookbook, I had to try it. It’s traditional in regions with Amish populations—Pennsylvania, Ohio and the Upper Midwest. Now it’s a staple for our family and the folks at our church fellowship, too. —Jori Schellenberger, Everett, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 75 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 66mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
7/31
Braised Pork with Tomatillos
Total Time
3 hours 25 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
A pork braise is a sure way to make people’s mouths water. The tomatillos in this dish offer a subtle hint of lightness to the meat. For ultimate flavor, make the dish one day ahead and reheat. —La Boucherie, Matthew Lawrence, Vashon, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 514 calories, 24g fat (7g saturated fat), 120mg cholesterol, 1160mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 3g fiber), 41g protein.
8/31
Sweet Potato Crab Cakes
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Mild sweet potato flavor and a chipotle kick complement the fresh crab in these hearty cakes. Serve them with your favorite mayo or aioli sauce. —Robert Bosley, Pacific, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
2 crab cakes: 290 calories, 16g fat (2g saturated fat), 138mg cholesterol, 779mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 19g protein.
9/31
Tenderloin Steaks with Cherry Sauce
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This recipe stars a delectable sauce made with wine, plump cherries, and steak portioned just right. —Jacob Kitzman, Seattle, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 steak with 1 tablespoon sauce: 291 calories, 9g fat (4g saturated fat), 55mg cholesterol, 461mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 1g fiber), 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 starch, 1/2 fat.
10/31
Garlic Herbed Beef Tenderloin
Total Time
45 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
You don't need much seasoning to add flavor to this tender beef roast. The mild blend of rosemary, basil and garlic does the trick. —Ruth Andrewson, Leavenworth, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
3 ounces cooked beef: 198 calories, 10g fat (4g saturated fat), 78mg cholesterol, 249mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat.
11/31
Frosted Peanut Cookies
Total Time
30 min
Servings
5 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Oats, chopped peanuts and peanut butter frosting make this a nice change of pace from a traditional peanut butter cookie. After folks sample these, compliments and recipe requests always follow. —Alicia Surma, Tacoma, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 122 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 64mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
12/31
Vegetable Strata
Total Time
1 hour 55 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We always serve food at our Bunco games, and since one of us is a vegetarian we like to make fun meatless dishes we can all enjoy. This strata can easily be doubled and tastes fantastic hot or at room temperature. —Doris Mancini, Port Orchard, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 677 calories, 36g fat (15g saturated fat), 244mg cholesterol, 940mg sodium, 55g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 5g fiber), 35g protein.
13/31
Bagel with a Veggie Schmear
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I got this recipe from my favorite bagel shop in New York City. Now I make this every time I'm craving a quick and healthy breakfast. I like to add chopped pitted green olives to the schmear. — Julie Merriman, Seattle, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
2 open-faced sandwiches: 341 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 22mg cholesterol, 756mg sodium, 56g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 10g fiber), 20g protein.
14/31
Easy Parmesan Biscuits
Total Time
15 min
Servings
5 biscuits
From the Recipe Creator:
This recipe is simple but a delicious addition to any meal. The children love to dip the ready-made biscuits in butter and coat it with the cheese. Warm from the oven, one biscuit per person usually isn’t enough. —Linda Becker, Olympia, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 biscuit: 177 calories, 10g fat (6g saturated fat), 25mg cholesterol, 462mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 6g protein.
15/31
Cod with Hearty Tomato Sauce
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My father made up this sweet, flavorful recipe for my mother when he took over the cooking. We serve it with whole wheat pasta or brown rice. —Ann Marie Eberhart, Gig Harbor, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 fillet with 3/4 cup sauce: 271 calories, 8g fat (1g saturated fat), 65mg cholesterol, 746mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 4g fiber), 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 vegetable, 1-1/2 fat.
16/31
Balsamic Zucchini Saute
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This super fast vegetarian dish is flavorful and uses only a few ingredients, so it’s easy to whip up while your entree is cooking. —Elizabeth Bramkamp, Gig Harbor, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 cup: 94 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 5mg cholesterol, 398mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1 fat.
17/31
German Apple Pancake
Total Time
35 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
If you're looking for a pretty dish to make when having guests for brunch, try this. Everyone I've served it to has enjoyed it—except for one time, that is, when my husband tried to make it following my recipe, which I'd written down incorrectly! If you don't leave out the flour as I did, it'll turn out terrific! —Judi Van Beek, Lynden, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 192 calories, 12g fat (7g saturated fat), 107mg cholesterol, 273mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.
18/31
Grilled Brats with Sriracha Mayo
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I am a Sriracha fanatic, so that’s what inspired this dish. You can boil the brats in your favorite beer to reduce the fat and give them flavor before grilling, or spread garlic butter on lightly toasted buns. —Quincie Ball, Olympia, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 742 calories, 49g fat (13g saturated fat), 65mg cholesterol, 2020mg sodium, 54g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 2g fiber), 20g protein.
19/31
Slow-Cooked Vegetable Curry
Total Time
5 hours 35 min
Servings
6 servings (about 2 -1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
I love the fuss-free nature of the slow cooker, but I don't want to sacrifice flavor for convenience. This cozy, spiced-up dish has both. —Susan Smith, Mead, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1-2/3 cups curry: 304 calories, 8g fat (2g saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 696mg sodium, 49g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 12g fiber), 9g protein.
20/31
Naked Fish Tacos
Total Time
25 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is one of my husband's all-time favorite meals. I've even converted some friends to fish after they've eaten this. I serve the dish with fresh melon when it's in season to balance the subtle heat of the cabbage mixture. —Elizabeth Bramkamp, Gig Harbor, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 293 calories, 16g fat (2g saturated fat), 83mg cholesterol, 663mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 3g fiber), 33g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 3 fat, 1 vegetable.
21/31
Applesauce Cake
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This moist applesauce cake recipe is a treasured heirloom passed down from my Grandma Stuit, who cooked for a family of 13 during the Depression. At reunions, it's the first dessert gone...including the crumbs! —Joanie Jager, Lynden, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 282 calories, 9g fat (2g saturated fat), 13mg cholesterol, 237mg sodium, 48g carbohydrate (31g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
22/31
Roasted Chicken
Total Time
1 hour 25 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This tender chicken is a real time-saver on a busy weekend. A simple blend of seasonings makes it a snap to prepare, and it smells heavenly as it roasts. —Marian Platt, Sequim, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 293 calories, 17g fat (5g saturated fat), 104mg cholesterol, 370mg sodium, 0 carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 33g protein.
23/31
White Bean and Sausage Soup
Total Time
1 hour 50 min
Servings
8 servings (3 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
In the cold months, I like to put on a big pot of this comforting soup. It cooks away while I do other things, such as baking bread, crafting or even cleaning the house. —Glenna Reimer, Gig Harbor, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 339 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 23mg cholesterol, 1100mg sodium, 48g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 11g fiber), 19g protein.
24/31
Salmon Linguine
Total Time
25 min
Servings
5 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Extra Pesto Grilled Salmon gives this creamy pasta toss a luxurious taste and texture. We love it as is, but you could easily sub in any veggies you have on hand for the broccoli. —Jacob Kitzman, Seattle, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups: 802 calories, 55g fat (30g saturated fat), 207mg cholesterol, 649mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 6g fiber), 36g protein.
25/31
Strawberry-Rhubarb Cobbler
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Mom's yummy cobbler is a truly wonderful finale to any meal. This family favorite is sweet and tart, chock-full of berries and rhubarb, and the thick crust is so easy to make. —Susan Emery, Everett, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving (calculated without ice cream): 479 calories, 22g fat (4g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 181mg sodium, 68g carbohydrate (38g sugars, 3g fiber), 5g protein.
26/31
Buttermilk Biscuit Ham Potpie
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
As part of my job, I helped concept a bunch of food trucks, and Biscuit Box was our first. We spent months coming up with recipes. This is a play on our chicken and tarragon potpie. —Michelle Clair, Seattle, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 444 calories, 27g fat (14g saturated fat), 78mg cholesterol, 1239mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 15g protein.
27/31
Topsy-Turvy Sangria
Total Time
10 min
Servings
10 servings (about 2 qt.)
From the Recipe Creator:
I got this recipe from a friend a few years ago. Perfect for relaxed get-togethers. it’s even better if you make it the night before and let the flavors steep. But watch out—it goes down easy. —Tracy Field, Bremerton, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 292 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 11mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (39g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.
28/31
Brownie Affogato Sundaes
Total Time
20 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We can’t resist brownie sundaes. I combined an affogato (coffee-based beverage) idea with a brownie to get this decadent sundae that mixes it all in there: warm, cold, sweet and salty. —Julie Merriman, Seattle, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving (calculated without Kahlua, coffee beans and salt): 350 calories, 21g fat (10g saturated fat), 62mg cholesterol, 146mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
29/31
Beef Noodle Soup
Total Time
25 min
Servings
8 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This delicious soup only takes minutes—but tastes as if it simmers all day! —Margery Bryan, Moses Lake, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 144 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 32mg cholesterol, 804mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 12g protein.
30/31
Roll-Out Cookies
Total Time
35 min
Servings
about 6 dozen (2-1/4 inch cookies)
From the Recipe Creator:
I collect cookie cutters (I have over 5,000!), so a good cutout recipe is a must. These cookies are crisp and buttery-tasting with just a hint of lemon, and the dough handles nicely. —Bonnie Price, Yelm, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
2 each: 145 calories, 6g fat (4g saturated fat), 23mg cholesterol, 92mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
31/31
Turkey Scallopini with Marsala Sauce
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My family requests this entree at least once a month. The slightly sweet Marsala sauce is yummy over the turkey slices and hot cooked noodles. —Briana Knight, Ferndale, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving (calculated without linguine): 459 calories, 17g fat (7g saturated fat), 103mg cholesterol, 341mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 0 fiber), 33g protein.
