It was a busy year in the Delish test kitchen! We developed and tested thousands of new recipes, from classics like this blueberry buckle to whacky party recipes like these fried deviled eggs.
'Twas a busy year for home cooks too! We've gathered our top 19 recipes of 2019, and they really run the gamut. From how-to's to co*cktails to low-carb favorites, it appears everyone had a very busy and very delicious 2019. Thanks, as always, for cooking with us, and here's to more delicious food in 2020!
1
How To Roast Bacon In The Oven
By the looks of it, 2019 was a great year for the over two million of you who needed to make more bacon than could fit in a skillet. We hope bacon will be just as plentiful in the new year!
Get the recipe here.
2
Perfect Baked Sweet Potato
We gotta say, we're surprised by this one! Either sweet potatoes are a LOT of people's favorite veggie, or they're an integral element in your meal prep. Either way, we hope there's butter involved. 😈
Get the recipe here.
3
Loaded Cauliflower Bake
This low-carb wonder will likely always be a fan favorite. Tender cauliflower topped with tons of cheese, bacon, and scallions is very hard to pass up.
Get the recipe here.
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4
Classic Stuffed Peppers
We can see why this recipe has so many fans—it's hearty, healthy, and requires minimal ingredients. The weeknight dinner gold standard!
Get the recipe here.
5
Classic Lasagna
Glad we weren't the only ones to turn to this comfort food over and over in 2019! This cheesy lasagna will never go out of style.
Get the recipe here.
6
How To Bake Potatoes
Though not quite as popular as their sweet counterpart, classic baked potatoes managed to squeeze into our number six spot. We love them simply topped with butter and salt, but they're extra good twice baked with lots of cheese.
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7
One Pot Chicken Alfredo
An undisputed classic. All you need is one pan and LOTS of parmesan.
Get the recipe here.
8
Giggle Juice
Perfect for pretty much any event, this vodka punch has just the right ratio of boozy-to-sweet. The intriguing name helps too. 😉
Get the recipe here.
9
Crock-Pot Chicken & Dumplings
Another comfort food classic. One commenter said: "The dumplings turned out just how I remembered them as a child...doughy pieces of pure goodness!" We couldn't agree more.
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10
Jack Frosties
Everyone's favorite holiday drink! Vodka, lemonade, and Prosecco come together to make a co*cktail even the Grinch would love.
Get the recipe here.
11
White Chicken Chili
This hearty chicken chili is perfect for feeding a crowd. We love topping it with some sliced jalapeños for an added kick.
Get the recipe here.
12
Slow-Cooker Garlic Parmesan Chicken
This one's for the garlic lovers. The addition of potatoes helps to absorb all that delicious chicken fat as they cook.
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13
Cheesecake Stuffed Banana Bread
Two of our favorite desserts become one in this INSANELY delicious mash-up. Classic banana bread never stood a chance.
Get the recipe here.
14
Cranberry Brie Bites
The appetizer to end all appetizers. Brie + cranberry sauce = truly iconic duo. Maybe next year, pigs in a blanket.
Get the recipe here.
15
Goulash
Essentially hamburger helper for grown-ups, this goulash is comfort in a bowl. Adding the macaroni in dry insures perfectly tender noodles and a silky, substantial sauce.
Get the recipe here.
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16
Lemon Pepper Baked Chicken
Another classic dish that never disappoints. Whip up a side salad and some roasted potatoes to go with it and call it dinner.
Get the recipe here.
17
Cheese Ball Bites
This classic holiday appetizer has a twist! Thanks to the adorable pretzel toothpick, these little guys have been present at all our festive gatherings. Cheese balls without edible toothpicks are no longer acceptable.
Get the recipe here.
18
Grilled Corn On The Cob
When summer rolls around and sweet corn is plentiful, we're grilling non-stop. This one's a potluck classic.
Get the recipe here.
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19
Perfect Prime Rib
Last but not least, y'all got fancy with this beautiful prime rib! Seasoned super simply to let the flavor of the meat shine, it's a special occasion dinner we return to over and over again.
Get the recipe here.
Lena Abraham
Contributor
Lena Abraham is a freelance contributor with Delish, and was formerly Senior Food Editor, where she developed and styled recipes for video and photo, and also stayed on top of current food trends. She’s been working in the food industry for over 10 years, and will argue that the best fish tacos in the world are made in New York. Don’t @ her.