Food & Receipts

Nutella lovers, rejoice! You won't be able to get enough of this hazelnut chocolate drink. Nutella is one of our favorite things to put in hot chocolate. —James Schend, Taste of Home Deputy Editor, Culinary,Ingredients4 cups half-and-half cream2 bars (3-1/2 ounces each) 70% cacao dark chocolate, chopped2 ounces milk chocolate, chopped1/2 cup Nutella1/4 cup hazelnut liqueur3 tablespoons instant...

This Creamy Pizza Soup is like eating supreme pizza with a spoon! You can add your own favorite pizza toppings as long as you include the ooey-gooey melty cheese on top. If you can't find the tomato and sweet basil bisque soup, try using canned tomato bisque soup and adding Italian seasoning. —Susan Bickta, Kutztown, Pennsylvania,Ingredients6 slices frozen...

I created this by adapting two of my favorite recipes. It's the perfect beverage to warm you up at a special occasion or a weekend breakfast. —Ellen Riley, Murfreesboro, Tennessee,Ingredients3 cups 2% milk3/4 cup canned pumpkin1/2 cup baking cocoa1/3 cup packed brown sugar1-1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice1-1/2 cups hot brewed espresso or strong brewed dark roast coffee1/2 cup...

My mom created this stovetop hot chocolate recipe to serve large groups of carolers and frozen sledders. I take it to the lounge during a long winter to warm their spirits! This economical recipe could easily be warmed and served in a slow cooker. Flavor extracts could be added to the hot chocolate, too. —Mary Nine, Indianapolis, Indiana,Ingredients2...

Perhaps the most amazing thing about sock monkey cookies is how cute they are. Try these classic cookies on for size. —Christy Thelen, Kellogg, Iowa,Ingredients3/4 cup butter, softened1 cup packed brown sugar1 large egg, room temperature3/4 cup molasses4 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt2 teaspoons ground ginger1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon3/4 teaspoon ground clovesROYAL ICING:4-1/2 cups confectioners'...

I make this recipe every summer when peaches are ripe. Each year I improve the dessert with slight changes, and this version is the best one yet. —Kristin Olbert, Richmond, Virginia,Ingredients1/4 cup butter, melted1/2 cup packed brown sugar3 medium peaches, divided3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1 cup sugar1 cup sour cream1 teaspoon vanilla extract4 large eggs,...

This rich, easy garlic cream sauce recipe is requested at every family occasion I attend. Don't be afraid to alter the recipe with more or less garlic to suit your taste. —Joy McQuaid, Darlington, Wisconsin,Ingredients1/4 cup butter, cubed4 garlic cloves, minced4 ounces cream cheese, cubed1 cup heavy whipping cream1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese1/4 teaspoon pepper Hot cooked fettuccine...

Every good Southerner has their own easy pimiento cheese recipe. It's wonderful on crackers, in a sandwich with a fresh summer tomato, inside a grilled cheese sandwich or plain with some crackers. —Josh Carter, Birmingham, Alabama,Ingredients1-1/3 cups mayonnaise2 jars (4 ounces each) pimiento strips, chopped1-1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/4 teaspoon pepper1 block (8 ounces) sharp cheddar...

I love that this sweet potato chocolate mousse is rich and decadent yet is made with simple, healthy, plant-based ingredients! It's something you'll want to slowly savor. To make this an even simpler recipe, use canned pumpkin. —Andy Huffman, Reno, Nevada,Ingredients1-1/2 cups raw cashews1 can add new ingredient 1 cup sweet potato puree or canned pumpkin1/3 cup baking...

I first made these slow-cooker chicken Caesar wraps for our daughter who loves Caesar salads, then later for our extended family while on vacation. It's such an easy meal—perfect for times when you'd rather be outside than inside cooking all day. —Christine Hadden, Whitman, Massachusetts,Ingredients1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast halves2 cups chicken broth3/4 cup creamy Caesar salad...