5-Star Reviews: February 2015

Updated: February 04, 2015
Rated best-of-the-best by the MyRecipes community, these recipes taste as good as their praise.
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Beef and Guinness Stew

Photo: Victor Prostasio

"Absolutely perfect blend of flavors. We put the beef and onion mixture in the crock pot in the morning, added the root vegetables early afternoon and everything ended up the perfect texture. We will definitely be making this again." —Azjargaltai


Beef and Guinness Stew Recipe
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Steak with Chive-Horseradish Butter

Photo: Johnny Autry/Randy Mayor; Styling: Cindy Barr/Lindsey Lower

"Excellent recipe! We grilled our steak with just some salt and pepper and then added the butter to the top afterwards. Loved the flavor of the chive-horseradish butter." —jmeleeS


Steak with Chive-Horseradish Butter Recipe

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Mushroom-Herb Spaghetti

Photo: Iain Bagwell; Styling: Kevin Crafts

"We really liked this pasta sauce! It was really fast to put together and it was especially nice that the sauce cooked while the spaghetti boiled. The fresh herbs really made the dish. We'll make this one again, for sure; next time I'll probably double the sauce so there is more for leftovers." —Renee


Mushroom-Herb Spaghetti Recipe
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Seafood Arrabbiata

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Cindy Barr

"This was fabulous! My boyfriend said it tasted like something he'd get at a resturant. Can't wait to serve this at my next dinner party or as a weeknight meal!" —Belladonna714


Seafood Arrabbiata Recipe

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Pork-and-Green Bean Stir-Fry

Photo: Melina Hammer; Styling: Buffy Hargett

"Quick, delicious, fresh and easy, what's not to love? I added more garlic and a splash of fish sauce. Will definitely make again." —Gymeni


Pork-and-Green Bean Stir-Fry Recipe

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Shrimp-and-Sausage Jambalaya

Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Lydia DeGaris Pursell

"This was excellent, and even better as leftovers. I had some leftover roasted chicken and added about 1 cup of cubed white meat to the mix and the flavors blended wonderfully." —rleaman


Shrimp-and-Sausage Jambalaya Recipe
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Marian's Easy Roast Chicken

Photo: Beth Dreiling Hontzas; Styling: Mindi Shapiro Levine

"Super easy to make and got rave reviews from my family. Definitely roast on a bed of celery stalks, whole carrots, and onions -- they taste divine after cooking in the chicken stock." —mbd722


Marian's Easy Roast Chicken Recipe

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Hot Crawfish Dip

Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Amy Burke Massey

"We made this dip for a Mardi Gras party and it was absolutely delicious! Everyone loved it. I added a few dashes of hot sauce to kick it up a bit. I have also subbed a pound of shrimp when I could not find crawfish and that is equally tasty." —mandiemck


Hot Crawfish Dip Recipe

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Black Bean, Hominy, and Kale Stew

Photo: Johnny Autry; Styling: Cindy Barr

"I just got done making this and it is fabulous! I added a little more garlic just because we love garlic and added three chili peppers and two jalapenos. This one is going into the meatless Monday file." —tbarwell


Black Bean, Hominy, and Kale Stew Recipe
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Mahimahi with Pineapple Chutney

Photo: Romulo Yanes; Styling: Deborah Williams

"Oh my, we loved this recipe. It was easy to make ahead and warm up later, so definitely something that could be done mid-week. By the time the fish is baked and the salad made, you've got dinner on the table in 15 minutes." —temporary texan


Mahimahi with Pineapple Chutney Recipe

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Chocolate-Espresso Torte with Raspberry Sauce

James Carrier

"I offered 2 desserts at a family party. I chose this one as it is gluten free and my niece has celiacs. Not one person chose the bakery dessert over this one. Fantastic!" —Yumbacon


Chocolate-Espresso Torte with Raspberry Sauce Recipe

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Warm Turnip Green Dip

Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Melanie Clarke

"A huge hit when I served it as an appetizer at a dinner party and everyone asked for the recipe. Not a trace left. I did make it a second time using collard greens which was still ok, but too strong. Stick to the turnip greens. Served it with bread sticks and chunks of homemade bread." —Keiko123


Warm Turnip Green Dip Recipe
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Broiled Herb-Marinated Shrimp Skewers

Photo: Quentin Bacon; Styling: Philippa Brathwaite

"This is as simple as it gets. I made this for our Virtual Cooking Light Supper Club. A little skewer and it's an appetizer, a loaded skewer over rice and you have a meal." —SandiMcMc


Broiled Herb-Marinated Shrimp Skewers Recipe

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Green Curry Fritters

Photo: Raymond Hom; Styling: Pamela Duncan Silver

"Unbelievably good! We used ground turkey breast, and it was perfect! Will make it often as it is quite tasty!" —CJcookbook


Green Curry Fritters Recipe

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Orange-Cinnamon Rolls

Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Linda Hirst

"These are wonderful! I mixed the dough up in my breadmaker and they turned out great!" —Peggspark


Orange-Cinnamon Rolls Recipe
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Grilled Vegetable and Fontina Pizza

Photo: Johnny Autry, Randy Mayor; Styling: Mary Clayton Carl

"This pizza is delicious! The roasted vegies are great, and the fontina cheese is a must." —LouisePearl


Grilled Vegetable and Fontina Pizza Recipe

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Chicken BLT Salad

Photo: Brian Woodcock; Styling: Mary Clayton Carl

"This was delicious! The chicken was fabulous and we all thought it was better than any BLT chicken salad you would get in a restaurant. Chopped up the lettuce rather than serving it in a wedge." —Julie F


Chicken BLT Salad Recipe

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Tangy Italian Beef Sandwiches

Photo: Iain Bagwell; Styling: Cindy Barr

"This is one of the best Cooking Light recipes I have made. I used yellow bell peppers instead of banana pepper as I couldn't find them, it didn't seem to make a difference." —Lsbates17


Tangy Italian Beef Sandwiches Recipe
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Natalie's Cajun-Seasoned Pan-Fried Tilapia

Oxmoor House

"Excellent recipe for pan-fried fish - easy and delicious! I served with lemon wedges. I look forward to trying Cajun-seasoned pork chops, and chicken breasts, too!" —Peaches09


Natalie's Cajun-Seasoned Pan-Fried Tilapia Recipe

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Coconut Shrimp with Fiery Mango Sauce

Photo: Romulo Yanes; Styling: Deborah Williams

"Superb! Our family loved this. We served it with basmati rice, broiled zucchini and white wine. We poured the sauce onto the rice too." —DNL


Coconut Shrimp with Fiery Mango Sauce Recipe

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Pork and Pinto Bean Nachos

Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner

"These may be the best nachos I've ever had. Very interesting combination of flavors - the lime soaked pork worked well with the jicama/tomato/avocado salsa. Would be great to serve to guests. If you are looking for same old same old nachos, skip this. But if you want nachos with a lighter, more interesting twist, give these a try!" —mhc1984


Pork and Pinto Bean Nachos Recipe
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French Onion and Apple Soup

Photo: John Autry; Styling: Cindy Barr

"WOW. Not only the best French onion soup I've ever had, but one of the most fabulous Cooking Light recipes I've ever used!" —travelchickie


French Onion and Apple Soup Recipe

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Mexican Chocolate Cream Pie

Photo: Raymond Hom; Styling: Pamela Duncan Silver

"This recipe is sooo delicious, I put it in the freezer and when I took it out the filling was like frapuccino ice cream, it was so delicious. Everybody loved it!" —alichitos


Mexican Chocolate Cream Pie Recipe

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Pork Tenderloin with Sauteed Apples

Photo: Johnny Autry; Styling: Cindy Barr

"FANTASTIC. So quick and a wonderful combination of flavors. The only problem was that I wanted to eat the entire batch by myself. Make extra apples!" —CSC


Pork Tenderloin with Sauteed Apples Recipe
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Snapper with Zucchini and Tomato

Photo: Johnny Autry and Randy Mayoy; Styling: Cindy Barr and Lindsey Lower

"Great vegetables with an original flavor thanks to the oregano and vermouth." —Lopo77


Snapper with Zucchini and Tomato Recipe

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Creamy Chicken Pasta

Photo: Brian Woodcock; Styling: Mary Clayton Carl

"Fabulous recipe! Deserves more than 5 stars. It takes longer to prepare than the time stated, but it so worth it. We believe it is a restaurant quality dish. It has been added to our list of favorites." —MarcyB


Creamy Chicken Pasta Recipe

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Eggs with Chickpeas, Spinach, and Tomato

Photo: Brian Woodcock; Styling: Cindy Barr

"Fantastic! It checks all the boxes: healthy, easy, inexpensive, and delicious. I made it as written, with the exception of using grated parmesan instead of the shredded romano since that's what I had on hand. I'm sure the shredded romano would have been better, but this was still great." —CLJenn


Eggs with Chickpeas, Spinach, and Tomato Recipe
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Tuscan White Bean Soup with Escarole

Photo: Johnny Autry; Styling: Cindy Barr

"Quite tasty. I have never cooked with the cheese rind before but it lends a nice flavor to the soup and I would certainly be disposed to repeating this recipe. It was good to the last bowlful." —Ms.Laurie


Tuscan White Bean Soup with Escarole Recipe
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