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Crunchy White Baked Macaroni & Cheese

This creamy, bubbly, indulgent classic is down-home comfort food at its finest. The topping is made with panko bread crumbs for an extra bit of crunch. —Nicole Duffy, New Haven, Connecticut

Cheesy Lasagna

The four different types of cheese make this lasagna a real crowd-pleaser. You can vary the amount of mozzarella, Monterey...


Layered Italian Casserole

Yum! That's the only response you'll get from your friends and family when they try this super-supper from Joyce Benninger...


Pirate Pasta Shells

Grandfather loved pirate stories and good pasta. When we make his stuffed shells, it reminds us of his favorite tropical...

Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

As a mother of three sons, sweets are a staple in my kitchen! I buy ripe fruit on sale and...


Skillet Mac & Cheese

This creamy mac and cheese is so simple it’s almost too easy! Kids always go for the rich cheese flavor,...

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Vanilla Bean Cupcakes

My son loves these vanilla bean cupcakes! Flecks of vanilla bean in the moist, tender cupcakes give them special-occasion status....


Turkey Sausage Pizza

If pizza night is a must in your house, double this recipe and freeze one for later. —Melissa Jelinek, Apple...


Mini Pizza Muffin Cups

I just baked these mini pizzas and the kids are already demanding more. The no-cook pizza sauce and refrigerated dough...


Pizza Margherita

This homemade pizza margherita, named for Queen Margherita of Italy, shows off the colors of the Italian flag with red...

Hollywood Pizza

My father and I used to order a pizza like this from a place in Tinseltown. Here's my homemade version...


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Jalapeno Popper Spread

I've been told by fellow partygoers that this recipe tastes exactly like a jalapeno popper. I like that it can...


Cheeseburger Pockets

Ground beef is my favorite meat to cook with because it's so versatile, flavorful and economical. Refrigerated biscuits save you...


Sausage, Pepper & Mozzarella Calzones

—Taste of Home Test Kitchen


Parmesan Sweet Potato Wedges

I roast these sweet potato fries when I want a fun and different side. The crispy Parmesan coating is the...

Toffee Cheesecake Bars

These melt-in-your-mouth treats are absolutely delicious, and everyone will want seconds. A must for Christmas gift giving. No one would...


Hot Wing Dip

Since I usually have all the ingredients on hand for this recipe, this is a terrific go-to snack when entertaining...


Almond-Bacon Cheese Crostini

For a change from the usual toasted tomato appetizer, try this baked crostini recipe. If you like, slice the baguette...


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Kid-Size Pizza

This is a recipe born out of desperation. One day I couldn't think of anything to serve the kids for...


Cream Cheese Chocolate Cupcakes

Smooth cream cheese inside makes these cupcakes so rich. The classic combination of peanut butter and chocolate chips comes through...


Baked Ziti with Sausage

This is my husband's favorite casserole, and he requests it often. He loves the combination of zesty Italian meat and...


Parmesan Chicken Bites

For tailgates and after-game parties, we dip these crisp, tender chicken bites into marinara, ranch dressing or barbecue sauce. They're...


Makeover Slow-Cooked Mac ‘n’ Cheese

This recipe is a clear example of comfort food at its finest; it's rich, hearty and extra cheesy. And because...


Nacho Mac ‘n’ Cheese

Creamy and comforting, this family-friendly meal from our Test Kitchen is a great way to ease into the week. And...

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Grilled Cheese & Tomato Flatbreads

This is a combination of grilled pizza and a cheesy flatbread recipe I discovered years ago. It's a great appetizer...