Food & Receipts

Spaghetti All'Amatriciana is a traditional Italian dish that reminds me of my roots. This amatriciana sauce recipe features guanciale (dried pork cheek). Guanciale can be hard to find, but pancetta or thick-cut bacon are good substitutes. —Lou Sansevero, Ferron, Utah,Ingredients12 ounces guanciale or pancetta, thinly sliced2 medium carrots, peeled, finely chopped1 large onion, finely chopped2 tablespoons butter1 teaspoon...

These margarita cupcakes are my most requested recipe. If you are unable to find Key lime juice, you can use regular lime juice. —Kerri McMillan, Sylvester, Georgia,Ingredients1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)3/4 cup frozen nonalcoholic margarita mix, thawed1/3 cup vegetable oil3 large eggs, room temperatureKEY LIME FROSTING:3 to 4 tablespoons Key lime juice, divided1 tablespoon meringue powder1...

Take your favorite pie, ice cream and cake to the next level with a dollop of bourbon whipped cream. Or try a dollop on hot chocolate or Irish coffee. —Peggy Woodward, Shullsburg, Wisconsin,Ingredients1 cup heavy whipping cream3 tablespoons confectioners' sugar1 tablespoon bourbon1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract image/svg+xml Text Ingredients View Recipe, DirectionsIn a chilled small glass bowl and using...

I was excited to work with the Taste of Home Test Kitchen to make a savory version of my Christmas Star Twisted Bread. Pesto bread is perfect for the holidays (but it's a showstopper at any time of the year). —Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon,Ingredients1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)3/4 cup warm...

These sliders are super easy to put together and are always a hit! I love that they are "fast food" without our having to go to a restaurant. Take them to a party, make them for dinner or serve them on game day. The meat can also be made ahead of time in preparation for your gathering. —April...

These chocolate Rice Krispies treats are crowd pleasers! The secret to making them soft and chewy is bringing the sugar mixture just to a boil and then cooking for only one minute. If it boils too long, they tend to be firmer and can become crumbly. —Dawn Lowenstein, Huntingdon Valley, Pennsylvania,Ingredients1/2 cup butter, cubed3/4 cup sugar3/4 cup packed...

IngredientsChicken drippings1 to 1-1/2 cups chicken broth1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon salt image/svg+xml Text Ingredients View Recipe, DirectionsPour drippings and loosened browned bits into a 2-cup measuring cup. Skim fat, reserving 4 tablespoons (if less than 4 tablespoons fat, add enough melted butter to the fat to total 4 tablespoons)....

My friend shared this amazing malva pudding recipe with me. Malva pudding is a dense, spongy cake drenched in a rich, sticky butter sauce. My slow-cooker, tropical spin incorporates a creamy coconut sauce and juicy mangoes! —Carmell Childs, Orangeville, Utah,Ingredients4 large eggs, room temperature1-1/2 cups sugar1/4 cup apricot preserves2 tablespoons butter, melted1 can (13.66 ounces) coconut milk2 teaspoons...

When I crave Italian comfort food on a busy night and don't have a lot of time to cook, this sausage tortellini skillet recipe is fast and yummy. You can have it on the table in less time than a takeout order. —Gerry Vance, Millbrae, California,Ingredients1 package (20 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini8 ounces bulk Italian sausage1 jar (24...

I grew up eating these potato knishes every holiday. My grandmother had to show up with at least four dozen because they were devoured within minutes! I haven't changed her recipe other than to use ready-made pie crusts. You can use cooked ground beef or lamb as well. —Ellie Brandon, Tucson, Arizona,Ingredients1 package (24 ounces) refrigerated mashed potatoes2...