We asked our Community Cooks which recipes they've recently tried and loved. Here's what they recommend right now.
The Best Recipes Our Community Cooks Made Last Month
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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Pumpkin Pie Spice
From the Recipe Creator: To add delicious flavor to your pumpkin pie recipe, try this pumpkin spice. You can also use it to make spiced nuts. —Mary Dixon, Catlin, Illinois
“I love making my own spice and herb blends. I use the spices in this blend quite a bit, and it is very helpful to have them all mixed and ready to use. This particular mixture worked very well and suited my particular tastes perfectly.” —Lisa Varner
2/10
Hash Brown Patty Casserole
From the Recipe Creator:
You'll find everything you want for breakfast—potatoes, eggs, cheese and ham—in this satisfying Hash Brown Patty Casserole. I frequently make it for church get-togethers and for company. Everybody loves it. —Iris Frank, Eureka, Illinois
“Quick and easy breakfast casserole! The frozen hash brown patties make this really easy. I substituted sour cream for the milk. My kids loved it!” —Ashley Mills
3/10
Garlic and Herb Mashed Potatoes
From the Recipe Creator:
Cream cheese is the secret ingredient in these comforting spuds. Simply mash, mix and let them warm in the slow cooker. —Frieda Bliesner, McAllen, Texas
“Love these creamy, simple and delicious potatoes!” —Cyndy Gerken
4/10
Ham Steak
From the Recipe Creator:
I need just three ingredients to fix this sweetly seasoned ham steak. It's a quick and easy main dish for brunch or any meal. —Nancy Smits, Markesan, Wisconsin
“We loved this recipe. This was super delicious, and we will be having this ham again. I hope you try it.” —Joan Hallford
5/10
Super Chunky Cookies
From the Recipe Creator:
Chocolate lovers will go crazy over these cookies that feature loads of chocolate! When friends ask me to make 'those cookies,' I know exactly what recipe they mean. —Rebecca Jendry, Spring Branch, Texas
“This is a great recipe—I use it for those times when I need a lot, like bake sales and school activities. It’s a flexible recipe, too; I added craisins instead of nuts. Results are crisp edges and soft chewy middles!” —Kallee Krong-McCreery
6/10
Copycat KFC Mashed Potato Bowl
From the Recipe Creator:
This iconic and irresistible one-bowl meal is quick and easy to create at home. Savor the comforting combo of golden popcorn chicken, buttery mashed potatoes, tender sweet corn and melty cheese. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
“This was a huge hit with the family. I’m thinking this would be a great way to use up Thanksgiving leftovers.” —Marietta Slater
7/10
Ravioli Casserole
From the Recipe Creator:
The whole family will love this yummy dish that tastes like lasagna without all the fuss. Timesaving ingredients like prepared spaghetti sauce and frozen ravioli make it a cinch to put together. Children can help you assemble this one. —Mary Ann Rothert, Austin, Texas
“Tasty! I added a layer of spinach to get some veggies without needing a side dish.” —Patty Crouse
8/10
Parmesan Crisp Baked Apples
From the Recipe Creator:
A dear friend and I wanted to make an easy apple crisp. We made a Parmesan filling, stuffed the apples and baked them whole. They were a hit! —Susan Stetzel, Gainesville, New York
“This is so easy! I love the savory touch of Parmesan cheese.” —Renee Page
9/10
Black Bean-Pumpkin Soup
From the Recipe Creator:
This healthy recipe is packed with protein from the beans and with vitamins from the pumpkin. The dollop of light sour cream adds a satisfying touch that feels indulgent. —Jennifer Fisher, Austin, Texas
“I really enjoyed this pumpkin black bean soup. It’s a twist on the usual fall flavors and definitely something different.” —Stacy Corday
10/10
Baked Chicken and Mushrooms
From the Recipe Creator:
I made up this dish years ago, and it still remains the family's favorite healthy baked chicken recipes. It's a fast weeknight meal, but the fresh mushrooms and sherry make it special enough for a weekend dinner party. —Lise Prestine of South Bend, Indiana
“This is a wonderful recipe if you’re looking for a nice, light meal. It was a perfect meal after a hard day of working in the yard.” —Susan Bickta
