These million-dollar recipes get their pricey reputation from how rich and creamy they taste and not for their price. Perfect to bring along to any occasion, these are a few of our favorite million-dollar recipes that’ll be sure to gather a crowd.
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Million Dollar Soup
From the Recipe Creator:
Million-dollar soup tastes like a million bucks. It's got a long ingredient list, but it pays off in each decadent, flavorful and hearty spoonful. —Nancy Mock, Southbridge, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 617 calories, 41g fat (21g saturated fat), 133mg cholesterol, 1657mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 33g protein.
What makes a soup taste like a million bucks? This one starts with a rich, creamy broth and is packed with decadent additions like bacon, caramelized onions, cheddar cheese, potato gnocchi, fennel, and toasted Parmesan bread crumbs.
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Million-Dollar Pie
From the Recipe Creator:
This classic pie has become an instant family favorite. I like to replace some of the ingredients with low-sugar versions. Add blueberries for a beautiful Fourth of July pie! —Laura Wilhelm, West Hollywood, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 438 calories, 22g fat (9g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 225mg sodium, 56g carbohydrate (47g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.
Made with crushed pineapple, shredded coconut and chopped pecans, this pie tastes so rich your guests will definitely ask for a second slice. Make this million-dollar recipe into a billionaire by adding chopped maraschino cherries (even Luxardo cherries) to the filling.
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Millionaire Shortbread
From the Recipe Creator:
This three-in-one bar brings together the delectable flavors of buttery shortbread, sweet caramel and rich chocolate for a treat worth a million bucks. Cut it easily into any size bar you wish. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1 bar: 351 calories, 21g fat (13g saturated fat), 53mg cholesterol, 103mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (32g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
What’s better than shortbread? This million-dollar version has a layer of chocolate ganache, caramel and flaky sea salt on top of the beloved cookie. These bars are well worth the price in exchange for a sweet and savory treat.
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Millionaire Candy
From the Recipe Creator:
Of the 35 kinds of candy I make each Christmas, millionaire candy is by far the favorite of family and friends. These treats taste like a million bucks!—Theda Andres, Appleton, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 127 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 35mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein.
This million-dollar recipe makes seven dozen pieces of this rich candy, perfect for handing out to friends and family. Made with pecans, brown sugar, vanilla extract and topped with milk chocolate, you won’t be able to stop at just one piece.
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Million-Dollar Chicken Casserole
From the Recipe Creator:
Everyone at the table will love this family-friendly dish. It's so easy to mix together and get on the dinner table on busy weeknights. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/4 cups: 363 calories, 24g fat (11g saturated fat), 105mg cholesterol, 593mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 26g protein.
Everyone will love this one-pan casserole for its flavor, and you’ll love it for its simplicity. Simply combine the ingredients in a bowl, transfer to a pan and top it off with some Ritz crackers. You can even switch out the cooked chicken for rotisserie chicken to make this dish in no time.
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Million-Dollar Deviled Eggs
From the Recipe Creator:
Taste the zing of mustard coupled with sweet pickle in every bite of these delicious deviled eggs. Garnish with bacon and pickle for a special touch. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1 stuffed egg half: 60 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 95mg cholesterol, 87mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein.
These deviled eggs will be like none you’ve ever tasted before. Its secret ingredient (mayo) pairs well with the sweet pickle juice, hot pepper sauce and mustard in this recipe. To top it all off, add crumbled bacon and pickles slices to each prepared egg.
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Million Dollar Cake
From the Recipe Creator:
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 319 calories, 13g fat (6g saturated fat), 51mg cholesterol, 317mg sodium, 46g carbohydrate (33g sugars, 0 fiber), 4g protein.
This million-dollar cake combines rich cream cheese with tropical mandarin juice and pineapple. It’s a rich dessert that no one will be able to resist at any potluck gathering or party!
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Million-Dollar Bacon
From the Recipe Creator:
These spicy-sweet bacon strips aren't only delicious; with their maple syrup glaze, they're also pretty. Baking them in the oven in a foil-lined pan makes cleanup a breeze. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 101 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 253mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 0 fiber), 4g protein.
Upgrade your breakfast with this million-dollar recipe of sweet and spicy bacon. The sauce gets its addicting taste from brown sugar, red pepper flakes and cayenne pepper. Baked in the oven until crisp, it then gets a coating of maple syrup and put back into the oven until caramelized.
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Million-Dollar Pound Cake
From the Recipe Creator:
We've always included pound cake on our family menus. Through the years I've tried many recipes, and I can honestly say this million-dollar pound cake is the best! It has a very fine, rich texture that makes it unusually smooth. That texture, plus fantastic flavor, makes this pound cake a special treat each time we serve it. —George Dunn, Jasper, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 499 calories, 26g fat (15g saturated fat), 132mg cholesterol, 215mg sodium, 62g carbohydrate (39g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein.
This million-dollar recipe gets its richness from the smooth texture of the cake. Add that to the sweet and buttery taste of the cake and it’s worthy of its name. Make it your own by adding a tart citrus extract or chopped-up dried fruit!
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Million-Dollar Spaghetti
From the Recipe Creator:
My family loves this old-school spaghetti bake topped with a layer of baked cheeses. Perfect for a potluck or a family gathering. — Patti Lavell, Islamorada, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 537 calories, 26g fat (14g saturated fat), 96mg cholesterol, 780mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 3g fiber), 33g protein.
This baked pasta has cheese lovers drooling with ingredients like ricotta cheese, cream cheese and a cheddar-Monterey jack cheese blend. It’s all the flavor of a lasagna without the hours of labor. Add this rich and creamy dish to your weeknight dinner rotation and you’ll never know how you survived without it.
