Food & Receipts

Create a simple centerpiece for your Thanksgiving dessert table. This turkey cake comes together fast with the help of a mix, and melted candy coating keeps decorating easy. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen,Ingredients1 package dark chocolate cake mix (regular size)1 package (3.9 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix4 large eggs, room temperature1 cup sour cream3/4 cup canola oil3/4 cup...

Tajin is a blend of chili peppers, salt and lime. I sprinkle it on a lot of food, but I found it's really delicious in this Tajin limeade. —Amanda Phillips, Portland, Oregon,Ingredients3 tablespoons Tajin seasoning, divided1 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar, divided4 cups water, divided3 cups fresh lime juiceLime wedges, optional image/svg+xml Text Ingredients View Recipe, DirectionsSprinkle 2...

The cream in this pie makes it so rich and delicious. If you're looking for something a little out of the ordinary, this is it. —Glenda Ardoin, Hessmer, Louisiana,Ingredients1 cup plus 1/4 teaspoon sugar, divided3 tablespoons cornstarch1/2 teaspoon salt6 cups thinly sliced peeled Granny Smith apples6 tablespoons maple syrup1/4 cup heavy whipping creamDough for double-crust pie1/2 teaspoon 2%...

I love the flavor combination of spiced pumpkin and chocolate, which inspired me to create this chocolate pumpkin tart. Sometimes I like to sprinkle chopped crystallized ginger over the chocolate ganache for extra flavor and texture. —Bernice Janowski, Stevens Point, Wisconsin,Ingredients1 cup all-purpose flour3/4 cup sugar1/2 cup baking cocoa1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup butter, meltedFILLING:1...

This bacon maple bar recipe is the perfect treat when you're craving both salty and sweet. The aroma will tantalize you while the bars are baking. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen,Ingredients1/2 cup butter, softened3/4 cup packed brown sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1 tablespoon 2% milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract3/4 cup all-purpose flour3/4 cup quick-cooking oats1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon...

This Kentucky bourbon pecan cheesecake will wow your guests and your taste buds. Serve in spring during the Kentucky Derby or at any other special occasion throughout the year. —Rashanda Cobbins, Taste of Home Food Editor,Ingredients2 cups chocolate wafer crumbs3 tablespoons butter, melted3/4 cup hot caramel ice cream topping3/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted5 packages (8 ounces each) cream...

Cozy up with this pumpkin spice drinking chocolate in hand. Feel free to add an extra sprinkle of pumpkin spice on top, too. —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, chopped3/4 cup canned pumpkin2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spiceDash saltOptional: Sweetened whipped cream,...

This snack mix combines two of my favorite snacks (pita chips and roasted garbanzo beans) with nuts, pretzels and a flavorful citrus blend. It's great for parties and for taking with you on the go! You could substitute premade pita chips for the pita bread and add them to the recipe with the pretzels. I prefer the homemade,...

I love Oktoberfest beer and food, and I'm also a big fan of soups. I was in a bar a few years ago during Oktoberfest, sampling the food, and I realized they didn't have a soup. I decided to make this Oktoberfest sausage soup inspired by the flavors of my favorite festival. —Tim Pietrowski, Middlesex, New Jersey,Ingredients1 pound...

I enjoy making this coconut milk chia pudding recipe because it's easy and I can find all of the ingredients at my local market. There is no baking required, and it's served in individual jars for guests. For more flavor, add shredded coconut. —Ashley Altan, Hanover, Maryland,Ingredients1 cup refrigerated unsweetened coconut milk4 tablespoons chia seeds3 tablespoons maple syrup2...