47 reader favorite recipes that prove good food sticks around
This collection of reader favorite recipes has earned its popularity the old-fashioned way, by actually working. They’re the most popular dishes that people make once and then add to their regular rotation. No hype, just solid results.
Pan Seared Beef Steak with Red Wine Sauce

Beef steak with red wine sauce brings restaurant vibes. Made in one pan in about 30 minutes, it’s rich, indulgent, and easy enough for a casual night that still feels impressive. Get the Recipe: Pan Seared Beef Steak with Red Wine Sauce
Texas Glazed Pecans

These Texas-glazed pecans mix buttery nuts with a sweet, salty glaze and a touch of Texas-style heat. Crunchy, addictive, and perfect for snacking, gifting, or adding a sweet and spicy kick to salads and desserts. Get the recipe: Texas Glazed Pecans
Chipotle Chicken Soup

Chipotle chicken soup that hits all the right notes, smoky, hearty, and just the right amount of kick. Finished with fresh lime juice and creamy avocado chunks for peak comfort vibes. Get the Recipe: Chipotle Chicken Soup
Almond Flour Apple Cake

This gluten-free apple cake is loaded with warm spiced apples and a rich almond flour base, layered with a sweet cinnamon sugar streusel. Tender, moist, and perfectly spiced, it’s a healthy-ish dessert. Get the recipe: Almond Flour Apple Cake
French Toast Casserole

This French toast casserole bakes up golden, custardy, and full of all the classic breakfast flavors. Make it ahead or prep it fresh in the morning, either way, it comes out perfectly every time. Get the recipe: French Toast Casserole
Spicy Dipping Sauce

This delicious spicy dipping sauce is the perfect balance of creamy and spicy, made with simple ingredients. With just a few easy steps, you’ll have a versatile condiment that pairs well with appetizers, meats, veggies, and especially onion rings. Get the recipe: Spicy Dipping Sauce Recipe
Baked Maple Dijon Chicken Breasts

These baked maple Dijon chicken breasts have a deliciously sweet and tangy flavour. The maple syrup adds balance, while the Dijon mustard gives it a kick that makes the chicken really tasty. Get the recipe: Maple Dijon Chicken
Slow Cooker Cinnamon Rolls

Slow cooker cinnamon rolls come out soft, gooey, and perfectly baked right in your crock pot. They’re an easy, hands-off way to enjoy homemade cinnamon rolls without turning on the oven. Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Cinnamon Rolls
Lasagna Dip

Lasagna dip is all the cheesy, comforting goodness of classic lasagna in one easy-to-share dish. This recipe turns your favorite flavors into a dip you can scoop, serve, and devour. Get the recipe: Lasagna Dip
Maple Cranberry Sauce

Maple cranberry sauce swaps white sugar for maple syrup, giving it even more cozy fall flavor. This easy homemade recipe is sweet, tangy, and perfect for the season. Get the recipe: Maple Cranberry Sauce
Greek Yogurt Pancakes

These Greek yogurt pancakes are soft, fluffy, and packed with protein to keep you going. Perfect for weekends when you want something delicious and feel-good on your plate. Get the recipe: Greek Yogurt Pancakes
Gingerbread Waffles

These soft, spiced gingerbread waffles are the ultimate morning treat. Ready in under 15 minutes, they’re packed with warm gingerbread flavor and make a simple breakfast or brunch. Get the recipe: Gingerbread Waffles
Blue Cheese Dressing

This blue cheese dressing hits the perfect balance of tangy and creamy. Ready in minutes, it’s perfect for salads, dipping veggies or wings, or spreading on sandwiches for a tangy, creamy boost. Get the recipe: Blue Cheese Dressing
Baked Honey Mustard Chicken Breasts

Honey mustard chicken is a sweet, tangy, simple dish. Just coat chicken pieces in this tasty sauce and bake until they’re golden brown and juicy. Get the recipe: Honey Mustard Chicken
Gluten Free Cheddar Biscuits

These gluten free cheddar biscuits come out rich, tender, and loaded with cheesy goodness. They’re good with literally anything, so just skip the bread basket and bring these to the table instead. Get the recipe: Gluten Free Cheddar Biscuits
Chocolate Chip Banana Bars

These chocolate chip banana bars are the perfect blend of sweet bananas and decadent chocolate chips in a soft, fluffy bar. Easy to make and bursting with flavor, they’re ideal for a quick snack, dessert, or even a sweet breakfast treat. Get the recipe: Chocolate Chip Banana Bars
Baked Pumpkin Oatmeal

Baked pumpkin oatmeal is packed with cozy pumpkin spice flavor and makes an easy, fall-ready breakfast. Perfect for meal prep or make-ahead mornings, you bake it once and enjoy it all week. Get the recipe: Baked Pumpkin Oatmeal
Slow Cooker Rib Recipe

This slow cooker rib recipe delivers tender, fall-off-the-bone ribs with almost no effort. Made with just four ingredients, it’s an easy barbecue dinner you can set and forget. Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Rib Recipe
Slow Cooker Chex Mix

Slow cooker Chex Mix is an easy way to make a flavorful, crunchy snack without heating up the oven. Just toss the ingredients in your crock pot and let it work its magic. Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Chex Mix
Cider Wassail

Cider wassail is a cozy, spiced blend of apple cider and orange juice. This easy drink is perfect for warming up on chilly winter days. Get the recipe: Cider Wassail
No Bake Pumpkin Pie

No-bake pumpkin pie is a simple, make-ahead Thanksgiving dessert ready in just 10 minutes. Made with 8 basic ingredients, it delivers all the classic pumpkin flavor without ever turning on the oven. Perfect for busy holiday mornings or last-minute celebrations. Get the recipe: No Bake Pumpkin Pie
Chicken Broccoli Stuffing Casserole

This chicken broccoli stuffing casserole turns chicken breasts, frozen broccoli, and stuffing mix into an easy, comforting dinner. Quick to prep, it’s a simple way to serve up tasty, homey flavors everyone will love. Get the recipe: Chicken Broccoli Stuffing Casserole
Fudgy Almond Flour Brownies

These fudgy almond flour brownies are everything you want in a chocolate treat, rich, dense, and totally irresistible. Packed with chocolatey goodness, they’re the perfect way to indulge in a little sweetness. Get the recipe: Almond Flour Brownies
Copycat Ikea Swedish Meatballs

Comforting, creamy, and full of flavor, this copycat Ikea Swedish meatballs recipe brings the classic straight to your table. Juicy beef and pork meatballs baked to perfection are topped with a smooth cream sauce for a hearty, family-friendly meal. Get the recipe: Copycat Ikea Swedish Meatballs
Puff Pastry Waffles

Forget the batter because these puff pastry waffles are seriously the easiest waffles you’ll ever make. They come out crisp on the outside, tender on the inside, and you can top them with absolutely anything you want. Get the recipe: Puff Pastry Waffles
Bakery Style Gluten-Free Vanilla Muffins

These bakery-style vanilla muffins are fluffy, flavorful, and perfect for any muffin craving. They’re gluten-free and made with simple, clean ingredients that are easy to whip up. Get the recipe: Bakery Style Gluten-Free Vanilla Muffins
Tuna Noodle Casserole

This tuna noodle casserole is the ultimate cozy vibes in one dish. Think tender pasta, veggies, and a creamy homemade sauce, all coming together for an easy, stress-free meal. Get the recipe: Healthy Tuna Casserole Recipe
Oven Baked French Fries

Learn how to make French fries in the oven with easy step-by-step directions. This healthier method gives you fries that are crisp on the outside and soft on the inside. Perfect for a simple, homemade snack or side. Get the recipe: Oven Baked French Fries
Slow Cooker Chicken and Stuffing

This slow cooker chicken and stuffing casserole is creamy, hearty, and the ultimate comfort food. Chicken, veggies, soup, stuffing mix, and sour cream cook together for a simple, stick-to-your-ribs dinner anyone will love. Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Chicken and Stuffing
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic Glaze

Roasted Brussels sprouts with balsamic glaze are next-level for a quick, tasty side. Just a few simple ingredients turn plain veggies into a side everyone will love. Get the recipe: Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic Glaze
Snickers Brownie Recipe

This Snickers brownie recipe makes rich, fudgy brownies packed with caramel, peanuts, and chopped Snickers bars. They’re candy-stuffed, indulgent, and a delicious way to dress up a pan of chocolate brownies. Get the recipe: Snickers Brownie Recipe
Chimichurri Shrimp Tacos

These chimichurri shrimp tacos are a weeknight game-changer. Bright, herby chimichurri pairs with creamy jalapeño avocado slaw for seriously fresh flavors. Taco Tuesday just got upgraded! Get the recipe: Chimichurri Shrimp Tacos
Reuben Sandwich

A Reuben sandwich is the ultimate comfort food. Toasted marble rye holds corned beef, gooey Swiss, and sauerkraut, all brought together with a generous layer of Russian dressing. Serve with dill pickles and extra dressing for dipping. Get the recipe: Reuben Sandwich
Chicken Cauliflower Casserole

This chicken cauliflower casserole is packed with tender chicken, cauliflower, broccoli, and a creamy sauce. It’s like a throwback to the good old casseroles, but with a healthier twist. It’s filling and cozy, just how we like it. Get the recipe: Cauliflower Cheese and Chicken Bake
Cherry BBQ Chicken Sandwiches

These cherry BBQ chicken sandwiches with pickled red onions and coleslaw are next-level delicious. Don’t let the long ingredient list scare you, they are actually super easy and totally worth it. Get the Recipe: Cherry BBQ Chicken Sandwiches
Peanut Date Bark

This peanut date bark is all over TikTok right now, and it’s easy to see why! With the perfect mix of sweet and salty, it’s quickly becoming a fave peanut butter recipe that you’ll want to make over and over. Get the recipe: Peanut Date Bark
Biscuits and Gravy Breakfast Casserole

This biscuits and gravy breakfast casserole comes together with just seven simple ingredients. Biscuits, breakfast sausage, eggs, white peppered gravy, and cheese make a hearty meal perfect for holidays, gatherings, or weekend breakfasts. Get the recipe: Biscuits and Gravy Breakfast Casserole
Easy Breakfast Sliders

This breakfast slider recipe is the perfect way to start your day. Scrambled eggs, bacon, and cheese on a Hawaiian Roll make a delicious meal that’s great to make ahead for any occasion. Get the Recipe: Easy Breakfast Sliders
Old Fashioned Sweet Potato Casserole

This old-fashioned sweet potato casserole is a perfect addition to any holiday meal. Sweet potatoes, brown sugar, marshmallows, and butter come together to make a side dish that is sure to please the whole crowd. Get the Recipe: Old Fashioned Sweet Potato Casserole
Jalapeno Chicken Salad

Looking for a flavorful and spicy lunch idea? This jalapeno chicken salad is a copycat of Chicken Salad Chick’s Jalapeno Holly and is full of flavor, heat, and creamy goodness. Get the recipe: Jalapeno Chicken Salad
Baked Peach Habanero Chicken Wings

Baked peach habanero chicken wings are perfect for game day without the mess of frying. The combination of sweet and heat will have you licking your fingers and coming back for more. Get the recipe: Baked Peach Habanero Chicken Wings
Cheesy Ground Beef and Rice Casserole

Looking for an easy and delicious dinner? This cheesy ground beef and rice casserole is sure to become a family favorite with just a few simple ingredients. Get the recipe: Cheesy Ground Beef and Rice Casserole
Frozen Chocolate Mudslide Pie

This no-bake frozen chocolate mudslide pie is the ultimate chocolate treat. A chocolate pie crust, creamy coffee-infused filling, and homemade chocolate whipped topping that makes all of your dessert dreams come true. Get the recipe: Frozen Chocolate Mudslide Pie
Pasta alla Norcina

This hearty pasta alla Norcina brings the rustic flavors of Italy’s Umbria region to your plate. Creamy pork sausage, mushrooms, white wine, and Pecorino Romano coat tender rigatoni for a comforting, savory meal. Get the recipe: Pasta alla Norcina
Easy Eggnog French Toast

This eggnog French toast whips up a festive breakfast in under 10 minutes with just a few simple ingredients. It’s a fun way to use leftover holiday eggnog and make any winter morning feel extra cozy. Get the recipe: Easy Eggnog French Toast
Pan-Fried Chinese Chicken Wings

Get ready for delicious pan-fried Chinese chicken wings with onions, garlic, and peppers. These wings aren’t just finger-licking good, they also bring a tasty and nutritious twist. Get the recipe: Pan Fried Chinese Chicken Wings
Strawberry Yogurt Cake

Strawberry yogurt cake is a moist, fruity treat with a simple 2-ingredient frosting. Easy, one-bowl, and perfect for making ahead, it’s a dessert that works for all kinds of occasions. Get the recipe: Strawberry Yogurt Cake
