5-Star Reviews: August 2011

Updated: December 03, 2014
Rated best-of-the-best by the MyRecipes community, these recipes taste as good as their praise.
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Jerk-Style Chicken

Randy Mayor; Jan Gautro

"This is a favorite in our house. I've made it several times, including for guests, who have also loved it. Served with the pineapple rice and squash. Very easy and flavorful!" —JustinaD


Jerk-Style Chicken Recipe
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Orange-Pecan French Toast Casserole

Karry Hosford

"Wow. That's all I have to say. I love this recipe. It is delicious and well-presented for special occasions and simple enough for weekday breakfast. I love that you can make it ahead (I made it the night before) and have it ready to go within an hour in the morning."—riotouspink


Orange-Pecan French Toast Casserole Recipe

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Grilled Tilapia Soft Tacos

Photo: Andrew McCaul; Styling: Lynn Miller

"Delicious! The taco was very flavorful. We added roasted tomato salsa and homemade coleslaw. The perfect light summer dinner." —Ishores


Grilled Tilapia Soft Tacos Recipe
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Raspberry Lemon Pudding Cakes

Photo: Oxmoor House

"I'm a novice in the kitchen and made this recipe with no trouble. It's easy enough for a beginner but beautiful enough for a special occasion. And it's delicious -- a light and relatively healthy dessert. I substituted freshly picked blackberries for raspberries. Perfect!" —shaelyn


Raspberry Lemon Pudding Cakes Recipe

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Spaghetti with Eggplant, Ricotta and Tomatoes

Photo: Ryan Benyi; Styling: Andrea Steinberg

"Delicious!!!!!! My husband and I loved it!!!! It was a nice change from the usual spaghetti with tomato sauce. It was lighter and refreshing, its going to be perfect for this summer!!!!!! And also I used fettuccine instead of spaghetti." —Eloise4


Spaghetti with Eggplant, Ricotta and Tomatoes Recipe

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Korean Kimchi Burgers

Photo: Annabelle Breakey; Styling: Karen Shinto

"This is a great change for burgers and we used ground turkey and it still was great! Loved the ginger and garlic together with the sesame oil in the burgers. The Kimchi relish was fantastic and very tangy." —Meems1221


Korean Kimchi Burgers Recipe
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Seared Figs and White Peaches with Balsamic Reduction

Photo: Randy Mayor; Stylist: Jan Gautro

"This recipe has a unique combination of flavors. The sweetness of the fruit combined with the pepper and balsamic vinegar was wonderful. Definitely a keeper!" —MMBEERS


Seared Figs and White Peaches with Balsamic Reduction Recipe

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Grilled Chicken with Peanut Sauce

Photo: Annabelle Breakey

"Yummy! This recipe was so easy to make. It took me longer to defrost my chicken than it did to actually make everything. The peanut sauce was delicious and had a very nice presentation. Perfect for any weeknight or if you are having guests! This one is a keeper!" —EHchaos


Grilled Chicken with Peanut Sauce Recipe

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Peach Mojitos

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Cindy Barr

"LOVE this recipe! I made as instructed and it was absolutely delicious, it's way too easy to have more than you should! I brought this to a summer BBQ with friends, it was a big hit. Definitely worth the effort and worthy of a special occasion. The store bought peach mojitos pale in comparison." —MLDenver


Peach Mojitos Recipe
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Breakfast Bruschetta

Jim Franco

"This is an absolutely fabulous recipe. My husband made this for me and it was outstanding. So delicious. On a bed of spring mix, a perfect light meal that will have you talking for days!"


Breakfast Bruschetta Recipe

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French Martini Sorbet

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Sabrina Bone

"Made this nice and easy recipe for a family gathering. Everyone enjoyed it...light and refreshing after a meal of grilled sandwiches and salad. Will definitely make it again." —HenryCoCook


French Martini Sorbet Recipe

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Grilled Mahimahi with Mango Salsa

Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Cindy Barr

"Flavorful, moist fish with an exceptional salsa, great for company! Absolutely will make again and didn't take very long at all!" —anisha413


Grilled Mahimahi with Mango Salsa Recipe
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Watermelon, Mâche, and Pecan Salad

Photo: William Dickey; Styling: Rose Nguyen

"Every time I serve this, I get lots of compliments. It is very refreshing and easy to make. However,you must have a sweet watermelon and fresh mache. I have used gorgonzola and chevre successfully. I like the hot pepper jelly better than the mild...just gives it an extra kick." —haikuchef


Watermelon, Mâche, and Pecan Salad Recipe

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Barbecued Chicken

Photo: Thayer Allyson Gowdy

"This was a great recipe. We cooked it over an oak pit barbecue and the flavor was over the top. My family believes it is the best chicken they have ever had, and believe me, they have had good chicken before." —MsMaytag2U


Barbecued Chicken Recipe

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Prosciutto, Fontina, and Fig Panini

Photo: Oxmoor House

"This panini is fantastic! I love the way the proscuitto, fontina cheese, and fig preserves work together to create such a rich and mouth watering taste. This is by far my favorite sandwich. You can impress anyone you make it for because the flavors create a sophisticated taste you don't want to end!" —MollyD


Prosciutto, Fontina, and Fig Panini Recipe
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Grilled BBQ Chicken Sandwiches

Photo: Oxmoor House

"Delicious and simple recipe. Great with fresh summer vegetables like corn and tomatoes on the side. Definitely a keeper recipe!" —NancyLynn2010


Grilled BBQ Chicken Sandwiches Recipe

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Heirloom Tomato and Avocado Stack

Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Jan Gautro

"This was AMAZING - I bought heirloom tomatoes from the farmer's market and thought this recipe was just delicious. It's great for guests and simple enough to make for a weekday dinner. Highly recommended as is - no alterations necessary!" —missstarr


Heirloom Tomato and Avocado Stack Recipe

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Icebox Cheesecake

Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Lisa Powell Bailey

"This is the most requested dessert in our home by my berry lovin' husband and son. It is a sure hit, and a great way to showcase summer berries!" —imeverywoman


Icebox Cheesecake Recipe
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Smoked Gouda and Penne Pasta Salad

Photo: Ray Kachatorian

"This was very easy and suprisingly delicious. The garlic did not seem like enough seasoning however once mixed with the sundried tomatoes, smoked gouda and arugula it was perfect. Took it to the office today and not one bite was left. Give this a try instead of your potato salad this summer." —Kgplough


Smoked Gouda and Penne Pasta Salad Recipe

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Watermelon Salad

Photo: Douglas Mirriam

"Love this recipe. Have taken it to family reunion, served during book club dinner, made it for grandkids...everybody loves it and it's really easy." —symorgan


Watermelon Salad Recipe

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Raspberry Fool

Photo: Annabelle Breakey; Styling: Randy Mon

"This is a very easy, very elegant dessert, which I think tastes even better the next day. I serve it with a dark cholocate wafer and a dollop of cream. Everyone asks for this recipe - it's a keeper!" —Princess222


Raspberry Fool Recipe
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Tuna, Arugula, and Egg Salad with Pita Chips

Photo: John Autry; Styling: Lindsey Ellis Beatty

"Delicious! Fresh ingredients and summertime just go together! I used canned Albacore tuna that I had on hand. I did drizzle it with some olive oil before adding to salad. Used as entree salads for 2 by adjusting ingredients slightly." —julieduga


Tuna, Arugula, and Egg Salad with Pita Chips Recipe

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Shaved Summer Squash Salad with Prosciutto Crisps

Photo: Anna Williams; Styling: Pam Morris

"This was delicious. I enjoyed the fresh flavors of the mint and lemon in the sauce, combined with the more robust flavors of the feta. I omitted the prosciutto on mine. A great use for all those zucchini and squash starting to come up in the garden."—jhauenst


Shaved Summer Squash Salad with Prosciutto Crisps Recipe

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Spatchcocked Chicken

Photo: Iain Bagwell; Styling: Dan Brecker

"Looking for something new on the grill, tried this, was really a perfect meal with some grilled garlic new potatoes and a bit salad!!" —SDSandy


Spatchcocked Chicken Recipe
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Macaroni Salad with Summer Tomatoes

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Jan Gautro

"We love tomatoes and regular balsamic, and this dish was deliciously different twist to it! I loved the lighter more acidic taste of the white balsamic. I substituted garlic powder and it still was perfectly seasoned." —kjshan


Macaroni Salad with Summer Tomatoes Recipe

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Pan-Seared Flat Iron Steak

Beth Dreiling Hontzas; Buffy Hargett

"Tried this recipe tonight! I wanted to make a quick meal with things I had in my freezer. The prep time is awesome. You can prep while the vegetable oil heats up in the pan." —BlossomingChef


Pan-Seared Flat Iron Steak Recipe

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Margarita Ice-Cream Sandwiches

Photo: Anna Williams; Styling: Pam Morris

"These are perfect. I would recommend using the exact recipe without any substitutions. Every ingredient - the lime zest, the course salt, lime sherbet mixed with vanilla ice cream." —KikiD1


Margarita Ice-Cream Sandwiches Recipe
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Crunchy Coleslaw

Photo: Antonis Achilleos; Styling: Stephana Bottom

"I made this the day before a cookout and let it chill overnight - yum! The honey gives it a touch of yummy sweetness." —cookiemunster


Crunchy Coleslaw Recipe

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Coconut Shrimp with Maui Mustard Sauce

Howard L. Puckett

"This shrimp is delicious. My family and I could not stop eating it. If you want to impress someone special cook this shrimp, it will be worth it! I accompanied the shrimp with a lemon-cilantro white rice and an organic lettuce salad with cranberries, almonds and champagne dressing." —Dinalu


Coconut Shrimp with Maui Mustard Sauce Recipe

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Lemony Potato Salad

Photo: Becky Stayner; Styling: Buffy Hargett

"Brought it to a friends back to school party tonight and everyone loved it! Will make again since it does not require refrigeration, very helpful for an outdoor picnic." —Amyag98


Lemony Potato Salad Recipe
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Squash Casserole

Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Lisa Powell Bailey

"This was the best squash casserole I have ever fixed! The squash keeps it shape better than in casseroles where it is boiled, and I think it tastes better. I didn't have cornflakes on hand, so I used cheese cracker crumbs for the topping." —HelenH


Squash Casserole Recipe
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