This recipe takes my favorite foolproof chocolate chip cookie recipe and elevates it with extra chocolate and the perfect amount of peppermint. It's a fresh twist that's perfect to ring in for the springtime. Try adding chopped walnuts for an extra crunch or shredded coconut for a decorative look. —Amber McBride, Grain Valley, Missouri Total Time Prep: 20 min. Bake: 10 min./batch Makes 5 dozen Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened 1-1/2 cups sugar 1 large egg, room temperature 1 large egg yolk, room temperature 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 teaspoon peppermint extract 2 cups all-purpose fl ..read more

EMILY WAY/TASTE OF HOME Shop on Harry & David Shop on 1-800-Flowers Shop on 1-800-Baskets Shop on Wolferman's Best Overall Harry & David Snack Box Shop on Harry & David Shop on 1-800-Flowers Shop on 1-800-Baskets Shop on Wolferman's Pros: Comes with an assortment of snacks, from sweet to savory Packaged in a gift-ready Harry & David box Inclusions are fresh and high-quality Works for a number of occasions, from sad to celebratory Optional wine add-on available Affordably priced Cons: Not as fancy as some of the larger Harry & David gifts No matter the occa ..read more

KATIE BANDURSKI/TASTE OF HOME Shop on Amazon Shop on Crate Joy Best Overall Tea Subscription Tea Runners Shop on Amazon Shop on Crate Joy Pros: High quality tea with unique flavors Four box options: Black, Pure, Herbal or Original Loose leaf, with tea bags for steeping Each box includes four different flavors Origins, steeping notes and ingredients included Sleek, highly giftable packaging Provides up to 50 cups of tea Affordably priced Cons: Box only comes with 10 tea bags Our pick for the overall best tea subscription is Tea Runners, thanks to its approachable-yet-uncommon ..read more

Bread meets spiced, herby, creamy butter in this butter board—the latest appetizer trend and so easy to prepare. No board? No problem. You could also combine the butter and toppings, shape the mixture into a log and slice it into pats for serving at the table on dinner rolls or crackers. —Joan Hallford, Fort Worth, Texas Total Time Prep/Total Time: 20 min. Makes 2 dozen Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 1 garlic clove, minced 2 teaspoons Sriracha chili sauce 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 1/4 teaspoon white pep ..read more

Citrusy lemon, creamy whipped cream and a crunchy graham cracker crust come together to build a silky, quick and easy lemon pie. The sturdy crust and thick filling hold up well when cutting, so each slice has that beautiful presentation of a golden yellow filling with white cream on top. Reserve some lemon zest to sprinkle over the whipping cream for an eye-catching garnish. —Angela Lively, Conroe, Texas Total Time Prep: 15 min. Bake: 30 min. + chilling Makes 8 servings Ingredients 3 large egg yolks, room temperature 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice 1 g ..read more

The sweet chili flavor shines through this cheesy crab rangoon dip and the chips are crisped to perfection. I had some nice canned crab from Sendiks and it was super tasty. —Margaret Knoebel, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Total Time Prep: 25 min. Bake: 25 min. Makes 12 servings Ingredients Oil for deep-fat frying 1 package (12 ounces) wonton wrappers 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup sour cream 1/4 cup mayonnaise 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1 can (6 ounces) lump crabmeat, drained 2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided 4 green onions, chop ..read more

A secret ingredient in this recipe makes it possible to get really crispy chicken wings without the hassle of deep-frying. What comes out of the oven are delectable, browned, crunchy wings. Dip it in a spicy Sriracha chili sauce for a satisfying bite. —Nancy Mock, Southbridge, Massachusetts Total Time Prep: 25 min. Bake: 50 min. Makes about 20 pieces Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter, melted 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 2 pounds chicken wings 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon onion powder 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon pepper Dash cayenne pepper 1/4 cup baking powder SPICY DIPPING SAUCE: 1/2 ..read more

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Pineapples bring a touch of sweetness to balance with the salty cheese and savory ham in this Hawaiian pizza. Hearty, loaded and made with a thick crust, this recipe will convince anyone that pineapples do belong on pizza. —Margaret Drye, Plainfield, New Hampshire Total Time Prep: 20 min. + standing Bake: 15 min. Makes 6 servings Ingredients 1 teaspoon active dry yeast 3/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°) 1/4 teaspoon sugar 1-3/4 to 2 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup pizza sauce 1-1/2 cups cubed fully cooked ham 1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks, drained 2 cups shredded part ..read more

KATIE BANDURSKI/TASTE OF HOME Shop on Cometeer For the One Who Requires Coffee Coffee Pods Shop on Cometeer As a college student, I relied on my Keurig or lattes from the coffee shop to survive. But one requires a machine, and the other get expensive fast. All you have to do with these flash-frozen coffee pods is defrost them (I run them under hot water for a few seconds) and pop them into a cup before filling it with water. They can be transformed into a basic drip coffee or more elaborate drinks with minimal effort and equipment, ideal for tired, busy college students. Read more in ..read more