5-Star Reviews: February 2016

January 29, 2016
Photo: Brian Woodcock; Styling: Cindy Barr
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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Beef Daube Provençal

Photo: Raymond Hom; Styling: Pamela Duncan Silver

"As soon as I saw this recipe I knew it would be fantastic and I wasn't disappointed. We'll definitely be having this again (and again, and again)." — BlueToBlue


Beef Daube Provençal 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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Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas

Photo: Peden & Munk; Styling: Amy Wilson 

"New favorite - we added a chipotle chili for a little extra kick." —Elizaheet


Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas Recipe
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Chicken Piccata

Caitlin Bensel

"This recipe is top-notch! It's best to prepare everything ahead of time so things go smoothly. I can't get enough of this! Enjoy!"—MONICACUBERO


Chicken Piccata 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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Shrimp-Stuffed Shells

Photo: Johnny Autry; Styling: Mary Clayton Carl

"Absolutely perfect recipe. I wouldn't change a thing. It honestly tasted better than a dish you might have at an Italian restaurant. This is going to by my new "go to" dish for special occassions and dinner parties." —SClipp2


Shrimp-Stuffed Shells 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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Bacon and Butternut Pasta

Photo: Johnny Autry; Styling: Mary Clayton Carl

"Best Cooking Light recipe that I have used ever!" —SummerHenry


Bacon and Butternut Pasta Recipe

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Kung Pao Chicken Tacos

Photo: Brian Woodcock; Styling: Mary Clayton Carl

"Pair these tacos with some roasted, shelled edamame tossed with grated parmesan cheese on the side and this is a hit.  Definitely impress some dinner guests with this one!" —AmyBhame


Kung Pao Chicken Tacos 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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Roast Cod with Garlic Butter

Becky Luigart-Stayner

"YUMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMM! Husband and I ate the entire thing! Will definitely make again!" —Onecentinvegas


Roast Cod with Garlic Butter 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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Southwestern Chicken Soup

Photo: Oxmoor House

"Love it - I cant's stop sharing this recipe with others!" —Plsmart


Southwestern Chicken Soup 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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Roasted Salmon with Soy-Marmalade Glaze

Photo: Brian Woodcock; Styling: Mary Clayton Carl

"Such an easy, delicious way to prepare salmon! It wil be a favorite recipe." —Slvjmv


Roasted Salmon with Soy-Marmalade Glaze Recipe

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King Ranch Chicken Mac and Cheese

Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Buffy Hargett

"This is the best casserole I have ever made and I have been cooking for over 30 years." —Simplyjuliana


King Ranch Chicken Mac and Cheese Recipe

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Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis

Photo: Johnny Autry; Styling: Cindy Barr

"The best meatloaf I've ever made! Even though I used very lean beef, it remained moist and flavorful. This will definitely be one of my go-to meals!" —Shushka


Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe
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Broccoli-Quinoa Casserole with Chicken and Cheddar

Photo: Brian Woodcock; Styling: Claire Spollen

"I made the recipe exactly as written but cooked the quinoa in my rice cooker. I thought it was  pretty easy recipe and great comfort food for cooler weather." —Gkd1029


Broccoli-Quinoa Casserole with Chicken and Cheddar Recipe

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Thai Butternut Soup

Photo: Brian Woodcock; Styling: Cindy Barr

"The flavors in this soup are out of this world. They are complex and intriguing. Do not skip the lime juice as it brings all the ingredients together." — CarlsbadCook


Thai Butternut Soup Recipe
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