5-Star Reviews: May 2017

April 28, 2017
Photo: Iain Bagwell; Styling: Heather Chadduck
Rated best-of-the-best by the MyRecipes community, these recipes taste as good as their praise.
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Lemon Bar Cheesecake

Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Lydia Degaris Pursell

"Just had this at a birthday party and it was the hit of the party. Very light for a cheesecake and absolutely fantastic. Can't wait to make it." —patmart


Lemon Bar Cheesecake Recipe
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Slow-Roasted Pulled Pork

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Cindy Barr

"This is a great recipe! I have made it both in the crock pot and in the oven as well. The crock pot method was superior- plus you can leave it all day. Delicious!!" —kmbors


Slow-Roasted Pulled Pork Recipe

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Kung Pao Chicken Tacos

Photo: Brian Woodcock; Styling: Mary Clayton Carl

"Excellent! Flavor is fantastic. Husband says these are his favorite tacos ever. Great as leftovers, too." —Jaymie


Kung Pao Chicken Tacos Recipe
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Banana-Chocolate French Toast

Photo: Johnny Autry; Styling: Leigh Ann Ross

"This belongs on a brunch menu at any restaurant. I loved it and the kids did too. What is not to love? Bananas and chocolate - yum! And easy recipe too!" —StephMerrifield


Banana-Chocolate French Toast Recipe

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Turkey Reuben Panini

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Melanie J. Clarke

"Wow! These were delicious! I made my own Russian dressing (low-fat mayo, ketchup, relish and a little garlic powder). My son and husband love Reuben sandwiches, and I was happy to find a way to make these a healthier choice. Super fast, also." —browniebabe


Turkey Reuben Panini Recipe

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Lemon Buttermilk Cake

"I baked this for a group at my college and it was gone in 10 minutes flat! The texture really IS wonderful, and the more lemony you can make it, the better. I also added a handful of dried cranberries to the batter before I baked it, which turned out really well." —Rachel


Lemon Buttermilk Cake Recipe
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BLT Chicken Burgers

Photo: Annabelle Breakey; Styling: Basil Friedman

"Really good! Made this for friends and family and everyone loved! Kid-friendly (no heat), but lots of flavor." —jbarber5000


BLT Chicken Burgers 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." —ReneePech


Mushroom-Herb Spaghetti Recipe

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Grilled Stuffed Jalapeños

Photo: Raymond Hom; Styling: Pamela Duncan Silver

"Have been making this recipe since it was first published and it never disappoints!! Even a beginner can make these and look like a gourmet chef!" —1Lucky7


Grilled Stuffed Jalapeños Recipe
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Roasted Asparagus Salad

Photo: Beth Dreiling Hontzas; Styling: Caroline Murphey

"One of the BEST salads I have ever had! Great taste! I will definitely make it again!" —Kimrivera


Roasted Asparagus Salad Recipe

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Maple-Mustard Glazed Chicken

Photo: Johnny Autry; Styling: Mary Clayton Carl

"Wow, this was fantastic! The syrup/mustard combo created such a delicious glaze. Substituted dried thyme. Easy enough for a weeknight served with brown/wild rice. Will definitely make again." —Reuscher2010


Maple-Mustard Glazed Chicken Recipe

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Easy Peach Cobbler

Photo: Greg DuPree Food Styling: Rishon Hanners Prop Styling: Thom Driver

"Super cobbler recipe. Used fresh Georgia peaches and the 8x10 pan was gone in no time and everyone raved about it." —susandulaney


Easy Peach Cobbler Recipe
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Eggplant Parmesan

Caitlin Bensel

"This was very good!  The breaded eggplant adds the perfect taste.  Tastes fattening but it's not!  Kids even had seconds." —mcsutton


Eggplant Parmesan Recipe

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Spinach-and-Artichoke Dip

Photo: Raymond Hom; Styling: Pamela Duncan Silver

"This was delicious. I may add more garlic next time though (our preference) and...possibly some roasted jalapenos, Tabasco or green chilies for added kick." —Coop62


Spinach-and-Artichoke Dip Recipe

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Lemony Chicken Saltimbocca

Photo: Johnny Autry; Styling: Cindy Barr

"Made this last night and was surprised at how much flavor it had. The family ate every last bit. Delicious. Not difficult to make and it looks beautiful too. Try it. You won't be disappointed. Husband said it was like something you'd get at a nice restaurant." —anonymous


Lemony Chicken Saltimbocca Recipe
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Blackened Tilapia Baja Tacos

Photo: Levi Brown; Styling: Thom Driver

"DELICIOUS! The spice on the fish is perfect and the onion mixture is so tasty. My 5 year old daughter coudn't get enough, although I did use green salsa in her portion rather than the the onion mixture." —Crackerjack


Blackened Tilapia Baja Tacos Recipe

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Shrimp and Broccoli Stir-Fry

Photo: Johnny Autry; Styling: Cindy Barr

"This recipe packs an amazing amount of flavor for such a quick dinner fix." —TheMomChef


Shrimp and Broccoli Stir-Fry Recipe

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Lemony Shrimp with White Beans and Couscous

Photo: Kan Kanbayashi

"Excellent gourmet dish. Have made it two times. Great flavor and wonderful presentation!" —Jenifer


Lemony Shrimp with White Beans and Couscous Recipe
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Spinach, Green Onion, and Smoked Gouda Quiche

Photo: John Autry; Styling: Cindy Barr

"Made it as written and wouldn't change a thing! Delicious! Update: My husband and I shared this over three days. Now on day 4, I am making it again! We have enough spinach and gouda left over, and it was THAT GOOD!! Don't change a thing, make this as written. So delicious!" —rebeccabraun


Spinach, Green Onion, and Smoked Gouda Quiche Recipe

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Pan-Fried Egg Rolls

Oxmoor House

"What a great recipe! Everyone's eyes lit up after the first bite....even our picky teen." —ElleAnn


Pan-Fried Egg Rolls Recipe

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Coconut Banana Bread with Lime Glaze

"This was wonderful! Very moist and loved the lime flavor on top. Easy to make so will do again. Followed recipe exactly." —anonymous


Coconut Banana Bread with Lime Glaze Recipe
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Bourbon-Brown Sugar Pork Tenderloin

Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Lydia Degaris Pursell

"Served entree to guests who were excellent chefs in their own right. This recipe got rave reviews!" —pbecker


Bourbon-Brown Sugar Pork Tenderloin Recipe

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Grilled Asian Flank Steak with Mango Salad

Photo: Johnny Autry; Styling: Cindy Bar, Lindsey Lower

"This is so good. the meat is so tasty and you really don't need a long marinade to get the flavors. I add cucumber, carrots and avocado and sometimes even rice or udon noodles. Love this!" —anaorange


Grilled Asian Flank Steak with Mango Salad Recipe

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Orange-Carrot Cake

Photo: Charles E. Walton IV

"I loved this recipe! I will never make carrot cake again without oranges. I also added a little orange zest in the cream cheese icing. It was great!" —Brettni


Orange-Carrot Cake Recipe
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Chicken Cutlets with Mushrooms and Pearl Onions

Photo: Jennifer Causey; Styling: Ginny Branch 

"Didn't have brandy, used Marsala instead. Wonderful!" —javjavjav


Chicken Cutlets with Mushrooms and Pearl Onions Recipe

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Caramel Apple Muffins

Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Buffy Hargett

"These were a huge hit at home. I will definitely make them again soon." —jarnolduf


Caramel Apple Muffins Recipe

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Nathan's Lemon Cake

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Kathleen Kanen, Eunice Mun

"This cake is delicious! The best scratch cake I've made!" —jeanied4600


Nathan's Lemon Cake Recipe
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Roast Stuffed Pork Loin with Port Sauce

Photo: Romulo Yanes; Styling: Philippa Brathwaite

"This is a fabulous entree, stuffing and port wine sauce were worth all the prep time...I would plan 3 hours start to finish or make the stuffing a day in advance." —hikerbuck


Roast Stuffed Pork Loin with Port Sauce Recipe

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Strawberry-Pretzel Icebox Pie

Photo: Jennifer Davick; Prop Styling: Heather Chadduck

"Made this for dessert on Easter Sunday. Just delicious! Be sure to allow the frozen pie time to soften in the fridge before serving, but put leftovers back in the freezer." —PeachMcD


Strawberry-Pretzel Icebox Pie Recipe

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English Cottage Pie

Photo: John Autry; Styling: Leigh Ann Ross

"I made this because I was craving Irish food following my trip...did not disappoint! Awesome flavor in the meat base and very easy to make." —Amanda


English Cottage Pie Recipe
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Creole Shrimp and Sweet Potato Grits

Photo: Iain Bagwell; Styling: Heather Chadduck

"Made this last night and it was AMAZING! Looked gorgeous on the plate, too!" —texlex174


Creole Shrimp and Sweet Potato Grits Recipe
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