Food & Receipts

This recipe is simple and beautiful. It uses a lot of unique flavors that, when blended together, create an out-of-this-world taste sensation. You can substitute other roasted, salted nuts for the soy nuts and can use warmed berry jam in place of the molasses. —Mary Baker, Wauwatosa, Wisconsin,Ingredients3 cups cubed peeled butternut squash (1/2-inch cubes)2 tablespoons olive oil,...

I grew up in Tokyo, and some of my favorite memories include eating chicken yakitori and other Japanese street food with my friends. Although we now live thousands of miles apart, my friends and I still reminisce about our nights sharing secrets and bonding over delicious meals. This one is easy to re-create at home, which makes it...

These herby pumpkin flatbreads benefit from the wonderful flavor and texture of pumpkin. They are amazing served with soup, salad and curry. Chickpea flour adds a protein boost and unique flavor. —Kayla Capper, Ojai, California,Ingredients1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup chickpea flour1 teaspoon garlic salt1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/4 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 cup canned pumpkin1 tablespoon...

There’s nothing wrong with keeping your guac on the simple side. Topping your bowl with chunks of fresh apple and white onion give the dip a nontraditional flavor, but a familiar texture. Depending on the variety of fruit you use, your apple guacamole can taste fruity, sweet, tart or crisp.—Taste of Home Test Kitchen,Ingredients3 medium ripe avocado, peeled...

These healthy muffins would be a real treat to enjoy at breakfast, at lunch or on a coffee break. They are delicious served warm from the oven or freeze well. The avocado adds an extra-special touch. —Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas,Ingredients2/3 cup cubed ripe avocado3 large eggs, room temperature1/4 cup honey2 tablespoons canola oil1 can (8 ounces)...

This chocolate hummus is a sweet twist on the traditional recipe. Plus, it's so easy to make with just a handful of healthy ingredients. I like to serve it with berries and pretzels for a quick snack. –Catherine Ward, Mequon, Wisconsin,Ingredients1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained1/3 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk1/4 cup baking...

After buying a supersized package of ground turkey, I made this spicy taco turkey meat loaf using what I had on hand. It's now become a family favorite! I serve it for tailgating parties and it's delicious the next day for sandwiches. —Holly Battiste, Barrington, New Jersey,Ingredients2 large eggs, lightly beaten1 cup cooked brown rice1 medium onion, grated1/2...

French buttercream has a custard-like texture and is great if you're going to be piping shapes or decorations. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen,Ingredients1 cup sugar1/3 cup water10 large egg yolks2 cups butter, softened1 tablespoon vanilla extract image/svg+xml Text Ingredients View Recipe, DirectionsIn a small heavy saucepan, combine sugar and water. Bring to a boil; cook over medium-high heat...

While I was growing up, I enjoyed my grandma's oatmeal bars every Christmas. This recipe reminds me of her and Christmastime as a child. And now I fix the bars for my family. —Nancy Hawkins, Brookville, Indiana,Ingredients1 pound pitted dates, quartered1-1/2 cups water1/2 cup sugar1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups old-fashioned oats1 cup packed brown sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2...

One of my first jobs was in a restaurant. This steakhouse pizza recipe gives me a chance to celebrate two of my favorite foods. I love the addition of eggs baked onto the pizza for a steak and eggs dish. —Lisa Benoit, Cookeville, Tennessee,Ingredients1 loaf (1 pound) frozen pizza dough, thawed1 package (8 ounces) frozen spinach and artichoke...