RecipesFudgy Patriotic Brownies A rich chocolate frosting makes these brownies really tasty. I always come home with an empty pan when I take these to potlucks. —Julie Moyer, Union Grove, Wisconsin
RecipesChocolate Angel Pie Chocolate lovers really go for this pie. The filling is not too sweet, making a nice complement to the sweet meringue shell. Some family members request this pie for their birthday instead of cake!
RecipesRoasted Red Pepper Lasagna “A friend gave me this recipe, and it quickly became a family favorite,” says Deborah Johnson of Cody, Wyoming. “It’s rich and creamy, and the roasted red peppers give it such a wonderful flavor.”
RecipesMacadamia Key Lime Pie I make Key lime pie at least four times a month during summer—it’s so refreshing. The shortbread crust adds richness. —Brynn LeMaire, Gueydan, Louisiana
RecipesCarrot-Shaped Cheese Spread Cultivate compliments with this quick cracker spread coated with crushed tortilla chips. Taco seasoning, green onions and ripe olives dress up the thick mixture of cream cheese and cheddar.
RecipesSouthern Fried Chicken with Gravy Fried chicken may have been perfected in the South, but it is loved everywhere! Seasonings add a little something extra to this recipe, as does a rich gravy. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
RecipesSimon’s Famous Tuna Salad This nicely seasoned tuna salad from Simon Seitz of Highland, New York makes for a simple and satisfying lunch. Crunchy carrots give it a unique and tasty twist you’ll love.
RecipesSweet Potato Spinach Bake This wonderful, bright meal-in-one from our Test Kitchen is filled with layers of flavor. Gouda cheese and bacon lend a rich, savory taste to the sweet potato and spinach combination.
RecipesSweet and Sour Pineapple Chicken “Pineapple and soy sauce pair nicely for marinating chicken breasts,” says field editor Emma Magielda of Amsterdam, New York. “The meat comes out of the oven moist and tasty.”
RecipesLi’l Pecan Pies These tempting little tarts have all the rich traditional taste of a full-size pecan pie in a much smaller package. The tarts are perfect for two. —Christine Boitos, Livonia, Michigan
RecipesBeef Stew with Cheddar Dumplings My family asks for this rich stew just about every week. Perfect for company, it’s easy and everyone comments on the cheddar cheese in the dumplings. —Jackie Riley, Garrettsville, Ohio
RecipesChorizo Scalloped Potato Casserole Here’s a scrumptious new take on scalloped potatoes and ham. This rich dish uses chorizo and Mexican cheese blend to give it a South-of-the-border accent.—Kelli Ireton, Manhattan, Kansas
RecipesCandy Cane Cookies These festive candy cane cookies have a rich almond flavor and a pretty sprinkling of peppermint. Their candy cane shape makes them especially appealing. —Tammy Schenk, Harlowton, Montana
RecipesBlue Cheese Spread When entertaining during the holidays it’s nice to have make-ahead recipes like this. Crunchy toasted walnuts complement the creamy spread. —Carole Bess White, Portland, Oregon
RecipesOven-Baked Chop Suey Whenever I take this casserole to a potluck, I come home with an empty dish…and with many recipe requests! Macaroni makes it a nice switch from other chop suey recipes.
RecipesParmesan-Broiled Tilapia I love that simple Parmesan cheese brings such richness to an otherwise mild-tasting fish. It’s one dish where leftovers are never a problem! —Tracy Locken, Gillette, Wyoming