We asked our Community Cooks which recipes they've recently tried and loved. Here's what they recommend right now.
The Best Recipes Our Community Cooks Made Last Month
Updated on Apr. 29, 2025
When it comes to home cooking, our Community Cooks are the best of the best. Their recommendations are backed by a wealth of kitchen knowledge and experience, so if you’re wondering what your next Taste Recipes recipe should be, make it one of these!
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French Toast Waffles
From the Recipe Creator: I’m a from-scratch cook but also like shortcuts. Since we love French toast and waffles, I use a waffle iron to make a hybrid French toast. —Linda Martindale, Elkhorn, Wisconsin
“These were a huge hit with my kids! I liked the slight crunchiness the sugar mixture created on some of the pieces. I’m also thankful it makes so many pieces so we can have a few for another day!” —Allison Ochoa
1/10
2/10
Black-Eyed Susan
Total Time
5 min
Servings
1 serving
From the Recipe Creator:
The Kentucky Derby has the mint julep; the Preakness has the black-eyed Susan. The drink is a sunny mix of vodka, rum, and pineapple and orange juices to toast your special events.—Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
“Unanimous decision that these were delicious! I made a big batch, measuring by the cup instead of by the ounce. The mixture went into a drink dispenser and each serving was served over a glass of ice.” —Cindy Sue Nerat
3/10
Spring Essence Soup with Pistou
Total Time
45 min
Servings
6 servings (1-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
During the last part of April one year, I picked what I had available in the garden. I found oregano, leeks, asparagus and rhubarb. This became the base for an essence-of-spring recipe. The rhubarb adds a citrus element, which is balanced by the nutty, earthy pistou. It is truly a layering of flavors. —Laurie Bock, Lynden, Washington
“I made this for my friend and her husband. She needed a heart-healthy dish, and this was perfect. I used onions instead of leeks and did not add rhubarb or sugar. They both loved it, especially the pistou.” —Dianna Smith
4/10
Chocolate Pound Cake
Total Time
1 hour 25 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This chocolate pound cake is one of my favorite cakes to bake. A friend of mine gave me this recipe years ago. Somehow it just gets better each time you bake it! —Doris Fletcher, Hendersonville, North Carolina
“This is an excellent pound cake. I served it with ice cream for a birthday dinner. The texture is excellent.” —Diane Shipley
5/10
Mimosas
Total Time
5 min
Servings
1 serving
From the Recipe Creator:
A standard offering at brunches, mimosas are as pretty as they are tasty. In this recipe, the champagne doesn't overpower the orange juice—especially if the champagne is extra dry. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
“I had never used triple sec in my mimosas before; very flavorful and well balanced. We enjoyed them for Easter brunch, and they were a hit! Utterly delightful, and how I will be making mimosas from now on.” —Cyndy Gerken
6/10
Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs
Total Time
35 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Easy and economical, this meal is one your whole family will enjoy. To save even more time, add potatoes or other vegetables to the pan to roast along with the chicken. —Michelle Miller, Bend, Oregon
“This is a simple and delicious chicken recipe for a busy weeknight! I used a combination of dried herbs, which worked well. Baking the chicken at a higher temperature really made the difference. I threw some potatoes and carrots in with the chicken to make a complete meal. Keeping this one handy!” —Debbie Glasscock
7/10
Disco Fries
Total Time
45 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Disco fries are New Jersey's version of poutine. You can find them at diners when you're in need of a late-night bite, or anytime you've got a craving for a hearty, savory snack! —Melissa Gaman, Jersey City, New Jersey
“Made these for our family game night, along with smashed burgers and assorted pies. These fries are so delicious and the gravy is crazy good!” —Marina Castle Kelley
8/10
Five-Spice Glazed Smoked Chops
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I started out fixing another recipe but didn't have all the ingredients, so I came up with this one! The spice gives it a flavorful kick. You can make your own five-spice powder by combining cloves, cinnamon, anise and nutmeg. I love that you can prepare this dish on the stovetop or the grill. —Jill Thomas, Washington, Indiana
“This is a very easy recipe. I used boneless pork chops. It was delicious, quick and easy. I know we will be having these pork chops again.” —Joan Hallford
9/10
Festive Slow-Cooked Beef Tips
Total Time
6 hours 45 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We once owned an organic greenhouse and produce business. Weekends were hectic, so I made no-fuss meals like yummy beef tips to fortify us at day’s end. —Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin
“This recipe turned out great! The end result was delicious and perfect with the noodles. I will make this one again.” —Lisa Varner
10/10
Garden Tossed Salad
Total Time
10 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My Italian grandma grew all of her produce in her backyard garden, so many of her recipes made good use of her bountiful fresh vegetables. This salad is refreshing with any main course and one of our favorites because of the flavors of my Italian heritage.-Rosalie Rizzolo-Wright, San Jose, California
“This is a delicious side salad, and the dressing was also excellent paired with pasta and sandwiches.” —Kim Spaccarotella
