Our Reader's Recipes

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Amaranth-Nut Energy Bars 

Mar 15, 2008, By Sabrina M. Clanan, Denver

2008 Delicious Living Reader Recipe Contest: HONORABLE MENTION: Dessert Makes 20-24 / Loaded with good stuff for lasting energy. Molasses makes a nutritious but earthy sweetener; if you like more sweetness, experiment with a combination of molasses and honey or agave nectar...

Tropical Ginger Cookies 

Mar 15, 2008, By Robert Bosley, Pacific, Washington

2008 Delicious Living Reader Recipe Contest: RUNNER UP, Desserts Makes 36 / Not too sweet but pleasantly spicy, these shortbread-like cookies go well with tea...

Pumpkin Roll with Goat Cheese and Date Filling  

Mar 15, 2008, By Alice Beth Rhodes, Huntington Station, New York

2008 Delicious Living Reader Recipe Contest: FIRST PLACE, Desserts: Serves 12 / Delicious--and surprisingly easy to make! The autumn-harvest flavors make this a perfect addition to a holiday table (or anytime)...

Country Ranch Salmon Cakes with Tomato-Basil Drizzle 

Mar 15, 2008, By Mary Shivers, Ada, Oklahoma

2008 Delicious Living Reader Recipe Contest:HONORABLE MENTION, Entrees: Serves 4 / The Mediterranean-inspired topping lifts the salmon cakes to new heights...

Cajun Oyster Po’boy 

Mar 15, 2008, By Josie Shapiro, Chicago

2008 Delicious Living Reader Recipe Contest: RUNNER UP, Entrees: Serves 6 / With an excellent mix of flavors and textures, this unique but easy sandwich would be great for a picnic or summer dinner...

Grilled Eggplant and Goat Jack Burgers with Basil-Mint Mayonnaise 

Mar 15, 2008

2008 Delicious Living Reader Recipe Contest: FIRST PLACE, Entrees: Serves 6 / A burger lover’s dream that also sneaks in a vegetable serving. The basil-mint flavors perfectly complement the eggplant and beef...

French Onion Crisps 

Mar 15, 2008, By Helen Matthews, Florahome, Florida

2008 Delicious Living Reader Recipe Contest: HONORABLE MENTION, Appetizer/Sides: Makes 16-20 / Rich and decadent, with hearty flavors. Accompany with cups of beef consommé for a deconstructed French onion soup, as an appetizer or first course. To make it a sandwich, try the toppings on toasted foccacia bread ...

Stuffed Primo Portobellas 

Mar 15, 2008, By Margee Berry, Trout Lake, Washington

2008 Delicious Living Reader Recipe Contest: HONORABLE MENTION, Appetizer/Sides: Serves 6 / These can be cut up for easier eating as an appetizer; or use baby bella mushrooms for the perfect finger food. Or serve a whole large mushroom as a lovely light dinner...

Baked Goat Cheese with Apple and Cranberries 

Mar 15, 2008, By Amasa Lacy, Cardiff by the Sea, California

2008 Delicious Living Reader Recipe Contest: RUNNER UP, Appetizer/Sides: Serves 8 / This wonderful appetizer, with a festive combination of tastes, is ready in minutes...

Mixed Baby Greens with Warm Zesty Fig Dressing 

Mar 15, 2008, By Margee Berry, Trout Lake, Washington

First Place 2008 Delicious Living Recipe Contest Winner: Appetizer/Sides: Serves 6 / Beautiful and unusual, with a delectable dressing. The crispy goat cheese rounds make this salad something special. If you prefer, toss the greens with dressing before serving. Look for panko bread crumbs in the baking section of your natural grocery...