Mornings are just better when they include a big, fluffy stack of pancakes—and that's a fact! Even Ree Drummond is a fan. "I happen to be obsessed with pancakes," she says. And while you can certainly use boxed pancake mix for busy mornings, there's something so special about homemade pancakes with plenty of butter and syrup on top. "I love the experience of making pancakes from scratch," The Pioneer Woman explains, "hearing them sizzle as I pour them onto a hot griddle and watching everyone in my family gather around the stove and tell me how much they love me." Sounds like a good way to start the day, if you ask us! That's why we've rounded up the best pancake recipes that are sure to make your own family praise you with rave reviews!
Whether you're looking for a simple short stack bursting with fresh blueberries or a giant dutch baby pancake that's fit for a crowd, this list of pancake recipes has something for every type of morning. There are even Greek yogurt pancakes that double as a healthy breakfast idea. Looking for some seasonal pancakes? Try the pumpkin pancakes in fall, the hot cocoa pancakes in winter, and the peachy pancakes for a summer or springtime brunch party. Of course, there are also popular year-round pancake recipes, like the sheet pan pancakes studded with chocolate chips. Set up an array of pancake toppings (fresh fruit, whipped cream, or even bacon) and your family will thank you!
Chili is like fingerprints — no two are the same. Even if the recipes are identical, each cook inevitably adds their own touches, whether it's an extra shake of chili powder, varying the beans and protein, adding extra vegetables or using spices to add (or take away) heat. As much as we love our own versions, sometimes it's fun to experiment. Try one of these five recipes during the cold snap, and perfect them in time for the Super Bowl. The only constant in them all? They're even better when served with cornbread.
Lamb Chili
Taste columnist Beth Dooley insists that the best chili recipe is the one that you like, and she's right. This recipe, from a chilly day just a year ago, uses lamb as the protein, but use the protein of your choice. Because it's your chili, after all. Find the recipe here.
Black Bean, Poblano and Butternut Squash Chili
This is a go-to recipe from Taste columnist Meredith Deeds, who always keeps it on hand during the busy holiday season. But what season isn't busy? This version is quick, easy and meatless, and you probably have most of the ingredients in your pantry. Make a big batch — it freezes beautifully. Find the recipe here.
Skillet Turkey Chili
This recipe, from Beth Dooley, uses salsa, cherry tomatoes and peppers to give ground turkey a fresh lift. While it follows the cardinal rule of chili and goes great with cornbread, you can also serve this over rice or rolled into a tortilla for something different. Find the recipe here.
Chicken and Corn Chili with Roasted Poblanos
Loaded with chicken and just one diced tomato, this is closer to a white chili. The recipe, from Meredith Deeds, was written nearly a decade ago in the fall to take advantage of late-summer flavors, but harnessing those flavors in the middle of winter is most welcome. The ingredients call for fresh corn, but frozen works just as well. Find the recipe here.
Pumpkin Spice Chili
Yes, you read that right. When you take away the sugar, the same spices found in the ubiquitous lattes can also warm up chili. Chef Robin Asbell wrote this meatless recipe for the Star Tribune in 2018, taking all the charms of cinnamon, cloves and allspice — warming spices — and pairing them with chiles and pumpkin (well, technically squash). Find the recipe here.
Fresh Corn Skillet Cornbread
Because we've already determined that cornbread is the common thread in all chili meals, we thought you should have a recipe for that, too. This was was perfected by our former colleague, Kim Ode, for her Baking Central series of recipes. You could make it your own and add cheese and jalapeños, but it's perfect as is. Find the recipe here.
15 Restaurant Copycat Salad Recipes That Can Help You Lose Weight
These high-fiber, low-calorie salad recipes mimic the flavors of your favorite restaurant dishes. From refreshing cobb salads to crunchy taco salads, these meals can help you meet your nutritional goals, and can help support weight loss. Recipes like our Shrimp Cobb Salad with Dijon Dressing and Pan-Seared Steak with Crispy Herbs & Escarole will have you wanting to make salad every night.
This classic ingredient makes for our creamiest dishes yet.
Rob Culpepper; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Assistant Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle
Add cream of mushroom soup to the grocery list. When the hankering for a comforting casserole hits, it’s time to break out this underestimated canned soup. With flavor and smooth texture to spare, cream of mushroom soup is an all star ingredient that will save dinner time after time. We always make sure to have a can or two on hand, just like Mama did. This old school staple has long been a staple in our coziest, creamiest recipes, especially classic casseroles. You’ll be hard pressed to find any version of a King Ranch casserole or Sunday-classic Tetrazzini without cream of mushroom soup, but this versatile ingredient goes the distance in other cook-ups too.
From dip to lasagna, soup, and pot roast, pouring in a can of cream of mushroom soup will pack in the savory flavor and boost the dish to new, creamy heights. Here’s our best recipes with cream of mushroom soup.
Stacy K. Allen, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley
This Tex-Mex casserole is a church pot-luck must have, but is just as tasty for weeknight supper. In this beloved Texas recipe, pulled chicken, corn tortillas, shredded cheese are flavored by peppers, onions, green chiles, and both cream of chicken and cream of chicken soup.
Alison Miksch
Our soup version of King Ranch Chicken Casserole, this delectable recipe comes together in just 35 minutes. Comforting, restaurant-worthy supper has never been snappier.
Alison Miksch
This scrumptious recipe uses grocery store rotisserie chicken as an easy shortcut to delightful dinner. A sourdough topping and roasted peppers set this supper apart from your typical chicken pot pie.
Southern Living
Another chicken casserole that relies on cream of mushroom soup, this chicken D'Iberville hails from Biloxi, Mississippi. Serve it fresh out of the oven or freeze it unbaked for up to a month.
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
This classic casserole owes its comforting creaminess to butter, sour cream, and a can of soup. Swap out this recipe's cream of chicken soup for cream of mushroom to make it vegetarian.
William Dickey
This recipe for Southern favorite smothered chicken is called "snappy" for a reason: It comes together in just 40 minutes. In under an hour, you'll be serving up tasty chicken dinner with a side of nostalgia.
Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Karen Rankin; Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen
Hearty chicken and pasta are complemented by gooey cheese and creamy soup in this dish that will warm you to your bones. This super comforting casserole is just what a chilly night calls for.
SOUTHERN LIVING
Instead of noodles that typically hold together a traditional lasagna, this recipe calls for corn tortillas. We'll opt for this recipe's cream of mushroom soup and enchilada sauce over tomato sauce any day of the week.
Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox
Why should a dish so good be saved for funerals? We enjoy this potato casserole, made with vegetarian cream of mushroom soup rather than cream of chicken, for any and all occasions.
Becky Luigart-Stayner
This slightly spruced-up chicken casserole is fit for company. Long-grain and wild rice mix and a sliced almond topping make this dish elegant while cream of mushroom soup and cheddar cheese built in comfort.
Seafood casserole takes on a Cajun spin in this recipe. Use cream of shrimp or cream of mushroom for the best flavor and texture.
Southern Living
For this recipe, make sure to grab the undiluted cream of mushroom soup from the store. You wouldn't want to have anything less than the full effect for this delish dish.
Jennifer R. Davick
A done-up take on the classic recipe, this recipe makes one-dish dinner in under an hour. With both cream of mushroom soup and Alfredo sauce, we're not messing around with the creaminess of this casserole.
Hector Manuel Sanchez
This casserole is a delicious busy weeknight savior. Prepare Italian Casserole a day in advance for dinner in a pinch.
Jen Causey
Whether you're whipping up a little something-something for family dinner, company, or a potluck, this recipe will do the trick. In addition to cream of mushroom soup, chive-and-onion cream cheese elevates the sauce into a whole new level of deliciousness.
Hector Sanchez
Boxed cornbread has never tasted so good thanks to hearty and creamy additions. Use low-fat cream of mushroom, ground turkey, and milk if you wish to lighten up this filling meal.
Light King Ranch Chicken Casserole
This lightened-up version of one of our most cherished recipes will satisfy every time. Add fat-free cream of mushroom soup to your grocery list for this recipe.
Jennifer Causey; Food Stylist: Torie Cox; Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen
Use yesterday's turkey dinner to make supper tonight that's even better. This rich, creamy dinner will outdo the night before.
Jennifer Davick
Even though it's not a casserole, this one-dish cream of mushroom dinner serves up the same level comfort. A family-size rotisserie chicken is the perfect serving for the chopped, cooked chicken this recipe calls for.
Here, weeknight favorite chicken enchiladas are transformed into a crowd-pleasing dip thanks to creamy additions like cream of mushroom soup. And, it only takes 10 minutes of hands-on time to prepare. Your slow cooker will do the rest of the work.
Photo: Jennifer Davick
This slow-cooker recipe takes the responsibility of family favorite dinner off your hands. Our version of King Ranch Chicken cooks low and slow to perfection.
Southern Living
This recipe will become as iconic in your home as Amy Grant herself. For the perfect pot roast, sit back and give your meat and veggies, seasoned with cream of mushroom soup, due time to cook all day.
William Dickey
An all-star hybrid of a classic-style casserole and a Tex-Mex favorite, Texas-Style Beef Enchilada Casserole should be added to your go-to dinner roster pronto. This recipe uses 3 canned ingredients, including cream of mushroom soup, to make weeknight dinner as easy as can be.
With so many variations of popular Tex-Mex King Ranch Chicken, we just can't decide which recipe is our favorite. Why not try them all? This skillet version takes advantage of rotisserie chicken and will be ready in just 35 minutes.
Greg Dupree
A morning version of our favorite King Ranch bake, this strata's ingredient list includes a can of condensed cream of mushroom soup. It tastes best when assembled the night before, making it the ultimate make-ahead breakfast casserole.
Oxmoor House
When a recipe asks for both cream of mushroom soup and Alfredo sauce, you know that you're about to go into creamy overload. This lasagna couldn't be more comforting if it tried, but you can opt for reduced fat soup and sauce to lighten it up, if you please.
Rob Culpepper; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Assistant Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle
Classic Green Bean Casserole is an essential part of every holiday spread. It's so scrumptious, you'll likely find it on our weeknight dinner tables too. This traditional version can't be beat and owes it's creamy texture to whipping cream and good ole cream of mushroom soup.
