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2020 has definitely been a year like no other. And while it has brought its challenges, it has also given us some delicious, tasty, and memorable recipes as well. This week, we’ll be taking a look back at a few of those mouth-watering unforgettable recipes, like these reader’s favorite top ten recipes.

Every year, I am surprised to take a look back at Faith, Hope, Love, & Luck’s stats to discover what recipes were our reader’s favorites. Apparently, this year, y’all were really obsessed with baking. Not too surprising, considering many of us found ourselves forced to spend so much more time at home in 2020. It seems that cookie and bread recipes were in high demand, which means that I’ll have to make sure to include a few more of those in 2021. So, without any more fanfare, I present to you the reader’s favorite top ten recipes of 2020.

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Easy Middle Eastern Puff Pastry Cheese Bourekas

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Bourekas are a Middle Eastern puff pastry treat that you will instantly fall in love with at first bite. These particular easy-to-make cheese bourekas are filled with crumbled feta, fresh mozzarella, a generous amount of fresh parsley, and a hint of lemon zest. Not only are they fresh, airy, and flakey, they’re also pillowy puffs of cheesy goodness. You’ll absolutely love how easy they are to make. CLICK HEREto see the original recipe.

2

Baileys Irish Cream Almond Scones

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A little bit of Baileys Irish Cream and a few sliced almonds give these traditional English scones an extra delicious dose of flavor. It won’t matter what time of day you choose to enjoy them, they’re a sweet boozy treat you’ll always enjoy, whether it be for breakfast, tea, or dessert. CLICK HEREto see the original recipe.

3

Lemon Raspberry Cake Mix Cookies

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Never take a cake mix for granted. Not only are they easy to use, but you can make a myriad of other desserts with them, including these soft, moist, and lemony cake mix cookies. After being drizzled with a lemony glaze and dusted with dried raspberries, these delicious cookies are pretty much impossible to resist. Try them for yourself and see. CLICK HEREto see the original recipe.

4

Chocolate-Covered Cherry Bon Bon Cookies

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These heavenly chocolate-covered bon bon cookies are filled with a sweet surprise. Tucked inside each one is a maraschino cherry, just waiting for you to discover it. And, after each cookie is dipped in melted dark chocolate and topped generously with sprinkles, I think you’ll agree that these amazing cookies are pretty hard to resist. CLICK HEREto see the original recipe.

5

Sweet Texas-Style BBQ Dry Rub Seasoning

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This quick and flavorful dry rub barbecue seasoning can be put together in just a few minutes, with just a few ingredients you probably already have on hand in your pantry. It’s sweet, flavorful, and has just a little bit of kick. So ditch the store-bought barbeque seasoning and get ready to fire up the grill and enjoy some delicious Texas-Style BBQ. CLICK HERE to see the original recipe.

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These homemade southern biscuits pack quite the flavor wallop, thanks to a little bit of ground paprika and finely grated cheddar cheese. And we’re not talking any ordinary cheddar cheese either, we’re talking crumbly extra sharp cheddar cheese. If you’re a true cheese aficionado, then you’re definitely going to love these delicious, buttery, cheesy biscuits.CLICK HERE to see the original recipe.

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Cinnamon Chip Holiday Spice Cake Mix Cookies

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Not everyone has time around the holidays to bake homemade, completely from scratch Christmas cookies. That’s where using a boxed spice cake mix comes in handy. Simply add a few extra ingredients to create an easy, quick, and absolutely delicious “homemade” Christmas cookie with a serious cinnamon punch. No one will even guess that these cookies came from a boxed cake mix.CLICK HERE to see the original recipe.

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Baileys Cake Mix Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Homemade cookies are only one boxed cake mix away, thanks to these chocolate chip cookies, made using Baileys Irish Cream and a few other simple ingredients. Trust me, you’re definitely going to want to put a box of white cake mix and a bag of miniature semi-sweet chocolate chips on your grocery list before St. Patrick’s Day.CLICK HERE to see the original recipe.

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Lime and beer, two very simple ingredients. But, when you add them to a very thinly sliced red onion, something absolutely magical happens. You can’t help but love these sweet vinegary beer-infused onions. Serve them with your favorite Mexican dishes, such as tacos, quesadillas, fajitas, or even just choose to enjoy them by themselves. No matter how they’re served, you’re sure to love them.CLICK HERE to see the original recipe.

10

Peppermint Cream Cheese Crushed Oreo Cookies

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These soft oreo-stuffed cookies practically scream Christmas. Made with cream cheese, super-loaded with crushed oreo cookies, and topped with just the right amount of peppermint, these holiday cookies are simply too good to resist. I think you’ll definitely agree that they have just the right amount of holiday flavor, festive color, and delicious cookie texture to get anyone into the holiday spirit.CLICK HERE to see the original recipe.

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What is the best recipe website? ›

Top 8 Best Recipe Websites [for 2023]
  1. Allrecipes. Taking the top position is Allrecipes, a top-tier recipe website that is estimated to have over 25 million visitors each month. ...
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Why is reading recipes important? ›

When you read recipes before cooking, you'll know what ingredients you need to make the dish you're planning to serve. This step also helps you plan your grocery shopping list to ensure that you don't leave any essential items off your list - it saves time and money at checkout.

What are the best recipe blogs? ›

So without further ado, let's dig in to our top ten food blogs:
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  • David Lebovitz.

What is the best cheap food to feed a crowd? ›

Feed the masses without breaking the bank with these budget-friendly dishes.
  • Turkey and Pumpkin Lasagne. ...
  • Slow Cooker Savoury Mince. ...
  • Slow cooker barbecue chicken. ...
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  • Creamy Chicken Pie. ...
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What is a good meal for 12 people? ›

19 Ideas For Easy Meals For Large Groups
  • Taco Bar.
  • Meatballs.
  • Butter Chicken.
  • Lasagna.
  • Chili.
  • Homemade Pizza.
  • Baked Pasta.
  • Skewers.
Apr 4, 2023

What is the most popular dish? ›

Pizza is ranked as the most popular food in the world, according to a survey by TasteAtlas. On average, Americans eat 18 acres of pizza a day, highlighting its popularity in the USA. Pasta is the second most popular food globally, after pizza. Almost 14.5 million tons of pasta are consumed worldwide annually.

Who won America's Best recipe? ›

ARLINGTON, VA; August 8, 2023 –Brad Mahlof, a home cook from New York City whose cooking style honors both his Sephardic and Ashkenazi Jewish roots, is the winner of THE GREAT AMERICAN RECIPE Season 2, as revealed in the season finale, which premiered Monday, August 7.

What is the easiest thing to cook? ›

Easy staples of mine:
  • Eggs - scrambled and over easy.
  • spaghetti with meat sauce (brown meat and add a jar of sauce)
  • hamburgers on the grill.
  • tacos (hamburger meat and seasoning packet)
  • Bake a chicken breast with seasoning and microwave a bag of frozen veggies for side.
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Try these tips and you won't get stuck or surprised halfway through making your meal.
  1. Read the Recipe, Start to Finish.
  2. Check Ingredients and Equipment.
  3. Brush up on Common Cooking Terms.
  4. Set your own Time Clock.
  5. Master Do-ahead Tasks.
Oct 13, 2017

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Ready-to-eat food is food that will not be cooked or reheated before serving. This includes salads, cooked meats, smoked fish, desserts, sandwiches, cheese and food that you have cooked in advance to serve cold.

What is the most critical part of a recipe? ›

Ingredient List - The ingredient list is one of the most critical parts of a recipe. The ingredients should be listed in chronological order, with the ingredient used first at the very top of the list (Palmer, 2020).

What are some good food blogs? ›

The 50 best food blogs
  • The 50 best food blogs. Half Baked Harvest. ...
  • David Lebovitz. David Lebovitz has been working in restaurants since he was 16. ...
  • The Woks of Life. ...
  • 101 Cookbooks. ...
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  • Dish Miami.

Which food blogger has the most followers? ›

Currently, the most-followed chef is also the most-followed food influencer on Instagram—Gordon Ramsey. He has over 14 million followers on the platform, with an additional 36 million followers on TikTok. After Ramsay, Jamie Oliver is the chef and food influencer with the next-higher follower count at 10 million.

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