The Best Recipes Our Community Cooks Made Last Month

Ivis Estrada

By Ivis Estrada

Updated on Jan. 05, 2026

We asked our Community Cooks which recipes they've recently tried and loved. Here's what they recommend right now.

Collage of Community Cooks Recipes December 2023
TASTE OF HOME

When it comes to home cooking, our Community Cooks are the best of the best. Their recommendations are backed by a wealth of kitchen knowledge and experience, so if you’re wondering what your next Taste of Home recipe should be, make it one of these!

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1/10

German Chocolate Dump Cake

From the Recipe Creator: We make this for Sunday lunches when the whole family gets together. The cream cheese topping is so good that it doesn’t need frosting. —Donna Holdbrooks, Waco, Georgia

“I’ve been making this cake for 40 years. It’s so good. It’s always devoured quickly.” —Lisa Allen

2/10

Nicoise Salad

Total Time:40 min
Servings:2
Test Kitchen Approved
From the Recipe Creator: This garden-fresh salad is a feast for the eyes as well as the palate. Add some crusty bread and you have a mouthwatering meal.

“Delicious! I served this salad with a rosé wine, crusty bread and cheese for lunch.” —Cathy Orban

3/10

Chicken Salad with Grapes

Total Time:25 min
Servings:8
Test Kitchen Approved
From the Recipe Creator: This chicken salad with grapes is ready in a snap when using rotisserie chicken and a few quick chops of pecans, sweet onion and celery. —Julie Sterchi, Jackson, Missouri

“This chicken salad is simply delicious. I made it as written, and I wouldn’t change a thing. It’s great in a sandwich, with crackers or on a salad. Loved the hint of lemon juice, too. Will make it again!” —Debbie Glasscock

4/10

Frikadeller

Contest Winner
Total Time:45 min
Servings:8
Test Kitchen Approved
From the Recipe Creator: My great-grandmother made these meatballs, and I'm sure her mother must have taught her. Six generations have enjoyed them, and one of my daughters even served them at her wedding. —Kallee Krong-McCreery, Escondido, California

“We loved these! They’re so easy to make. Sometimes I double the batch and freeze half uncooked for another meal. The adults and kids all wanted more.” —Kallee Krong-McCreery

5/10

Panko Chicken Tenders

Total Time:30 min
Servings:4
Test Kitchen Approved

“Crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, these chicken tenders (which I added some everything bagel seasoning to) are absolutely delightful!” —Cyndy Gerken

6/10

Cheeseburger Quiche

Contest Winner
Total Time:1 hour 10 min
Servings:8
Test Kitchen Approved
From the Recipe Creator: My savory main-dish quiche tastes just like its burger counterpart. Easy and appealing, this cheeseburger quiche is pretty enough to serve guests. —Barbara J. Miller, Oakdale, Minnesota

“Really nice recipe, with great cheeseburger flavor. Will definitely make this again!” —Shawn Barto

7/10

Pecan Pralines

Total Time:1 hour
Servings:about 2-1/4 pounds
Test Kitchen Approved
From the Recipe Creator: My pecan praline recipe is special to me for I received it from my mother, who was an excellent cook! I also am a Texas Aggie Mom and I use pecans from a South Texas Aggie grower that our Aggie Mom's club has purchased from for many years. The quality is outstanding and far better than you will find in any grocery store. —Carol Jones, Blue Ridge, Texas

“These turn out perfect every time!” —Trisha Kruse

8/10

Santa’s Orange-Kissed Cocktail

Total Time:5 min
Servings:1
Test Kitchen Approved
From the Recipe Creator: Refreshing but not overly sweet, this drink is a festive choice for Christmas get-togethers. Serve it during cocktail hour, at dinner or even for brunch in place of mimosas. —Claire Beattie, Toronto, Ontario

“This cocktail is perfect for pre-dinner drinks. It’s light and refreshing, with a touch of sparkle to make it special.” —Renee Page

9/10

Frittata Florentine

Total Time:30 min
Servings:4
Test Kitchen Approved
From the Recipe Creator: My family is all about brunchy meals like this gorgeous Italian omelet. Lucky for us, it’s loaded with ingredients we tend to have at the ready. —Jenny Flake, Newport Beach, California

“This recipe is really good! It’s perfect for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Hearty and easily customized with different vegetables or spices. We liked it just as the recipe called for!” —Courtney Stultz

10/10

Cinnamon Roll Cookies

Total Time:40 min
Servings:about 4 dozen
Test Kitchen Approved
From the Recipe Creator: I love cinnamon rolls, but working with yeast can be scary. These cookies give you the taste of a cinnamon roll in cookie form—no yeast required! They look like flattened cinnamon rolls and feel special enough to serve around the holidays. —Erin Raatjes, New Lenox, Illinois

“Delightful little cinnamon swirl cookies with all the big flavor of a cinnamon roll. Perfect addition to a mixed cookie plate!” —Erin Wright