Food & Receipts

Sip on this salted caramel and banana drinking chocolate when the temperatures start to drop. It's the perfect cool-weather drink. —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, chopped2 medium bananas, pureed1/3 cup salted caramel toppingOptional: Sweetened whipped cream, additional salted caramel topping...

I created this version of a Mexican favorite for my family using meaty portobello mushrooms to mimic meat. Serve with rice to round out the meal. —Arlene Erlbach, Morton Grove, Illinois,Ingredients2 tablespoons canola oil1 medium onion, halved and thinly sliced1 poblano pepper, thinly sliced1 medium sweet red pepper, thinly sliced1 jar (12 ounces) sofrito tomato cooking base1 cup...

This slightly sweet berry puff pancake is filled with fruit and has a custardy texture that puffs up beautifully when baked. It makes an easy yet impressive breakfast. —Jessi Smith, Fort Myers, Florida,Ingredients3 tablespoons butter5 large eggs, room temperature1-1/2 cups reduced-fat ricotta cheese1/2 cup fat-free milk1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest3/4 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup sugar1/2...

I created this pineapple sour cream coffee cake recipe for a contest at the Los Angeles County Fair in the 1980s. My kids were very proud of me when my name was called out for first place. The coffee cake would be the perfect partner for your morning coffee or a delightful dessert with a scoop of ice...

I created this recipe when I was first attending photography school. I realized I didn't have any of my usual spices, so out came the ginger tea. The result was wonderful and subtle. Even though I missed my kitchen at home, it was nice to have this comforting pumpkin custard. —Rhonda Adkins, Great Falls, Montana,Ingredients1 cup whole milk1...

I came up with these berry hand pies one summer day when I had an abundance of fresh blueberries, gooseberries and strawberries. The blend of flavors makes for a mouthwatering treat for breakfast, dessert or anytime in between! I typically make my crust from scratch, and I recommend gooseberries instead of raspberries for this recipe. —Brigette Kutschma, Lake...

This colorful broccoli almond salad is easy to make in advance. Add the nuts and bacon just before serving so they stay nice and crunchy. —Margaret Garbade, Tulsa, Oklahoma,Ingredients1 bunch broccoli (about 1-1/2 pounds)1 cup mayonnaise1/4 cup red wine vinegar2 tablespoons sugar1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper1 package (7 ounces) mixed dried fruit1/4 cup finely chopped red...

Grab that leftover turkey and roll it up with some sausage, cheese and vegetables to make a savory roll. To add an over-the-top touch, drizzle each roll with turkey gravy. —Kellie Braddell, West Point, California,Ingredients1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1-1/4 cups warm water (110° to 115°)1 large egg, room temperature1 tablespoon sugar4 to 4-1/2 cups all-purpose flourFILLING:1/2...

When you add a drizzle of grenadine to your finished grapefruit margarita, it sinks to the bottom of the glass, creating a beautiful sunset look. —James Schend, Taste of Home Deputy Editor,Ingredients1 grapefruit slice Coarse sea salt, optional1-1/2 ounces blanco tequila1 ounce Triple Sec1 ounce ruby red grapefruit juice1 teaspoon grenadine syrup image/svg+xml Text Ingredients View Recipe, DirectionsMoisten...

Years ago, a friend returned from visiting her family in Denmark and brought back her family recipe for aebleskiver. After hearing her rave about the tasty Danish pancake balls sold in bakeries and at street markets there, I ordered an aebleskiver pan. I've been making them ever since. —Kristine Chayes, Smithtown, New York,Ingredients3 large eggs, separated, room temperature2...