
Rhubarb-Filled Cookies
I won a blue ribbon at our local fair for these tender cookies. They're so pretty with the ruby-red filling peeking through the dough. Try making these special cookies and watch the smiles appear. —Pauline Bondy, Grand Forks, North Dakota

Contest-Winning Gingerbread with Lemon Sauce
I asked my mother-in-law for this recipe once I learned it's my husband's favorite. Now I bake it whenever he...

Savory Beef Sandwiches
Before heading to work in the morning, I'll get this going in the slow cooker. Then it's all ready to...

Cherry Danish
These ruby-studded pastries will be the first to disappear from your brunch table. I won an award when I first...

Buttermilk Cranberry Muffins
I've been making these muffins and this cranberry butter for years, and I have never met anyone who didn't like...

Four-Onion Soup
This mellow, rich-tasting onion soup is such a main-stay for our family that I felt compelled to share the recipe....

Dilly Turkey Melt
This is a hearty grilled sandwich with a distinctive and delicious combination of ingredients. The pickle slices add a bit...

Creamy Tiramisu Cheesecake
The Italian word "tiramisu" means "pick-me-up" and refers to a dessert of ladyfinger sponge cake dipped in coffee, embracing mascarpone...

Swirl Cinnamon Bread
If you like cinnamon, you’ll love this quick bread! It’s crusty on top, soft and moist inside. Make extra loaves...

Boston Baked Beans
Simmered in molasses, these slow-cooker Boston baked beans are perfect to take to your next potluck. The sauce is sweet,...

Thai Chicken Pasta
I try to buy fresh chicken when it’s on sale. I cook a big batch in the slow cooker, then...

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

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

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

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

Carrot Layer Cake
My sister gave me this recipe for what she calls "the ultimate carrot cake," and it really lives up to...

French Dip
For a sandwich with more pizazz than the traditional French dip, give this recipe a try. The seasonings give the...


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

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...


Announcing the Winners of Our 2024 Cookie Exchange
Three hundred bakers brought handmade treats to a cookie exchange hosted by Taste Recipes 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...

Presenting the Winners from Our Make & Take Recipe Contest
Home cooks shared their favorite "dish to pass" that they rely on for potlucks, get-togethers and bake sales. The best...

Party in a Pinch Recipe Contest Announcement
This contest is now closed.

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...