Top 10 Recipes of 2023 (2024)

Top 10 Recipes of 2023 (1)

Friends, we couldn’t do it without you! As we wrap up another year of celebrating simple, delicious food, we’re feeling so grateful to have each and every one of you in this community. Every save, share, comment, and recipe you make helps us continue doing what we love. And your sweet messages and words of encouragement mean the world! Thank you for another great year!

And with that…on to YOUR FAVORITE recipes of the year! The following recipes have at least 20 reviews with an average rating of 4.8+ stars (out of 5). They’re the BEST of the best. If you haven’t tried them yet, we highly recommend you do!

Top 10 Recipes of 2023 (2)

Creamy Italian White Bean Skillet Meal (25 Minutes!)

Creamy vegan skillet meal with white beans, burst cherry tomatoes, and greens in a flavorful cashew sauce. An EASY, comforting meal made with just 10 ingredients in 25 minutes!

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Top 10 Recipes of 2023 (3)

BBQ Sweet Potato Chickpea Tacos

Smoky BBQ sweet potato chickpea tacos with crunchy cabbage, creamy chipotle crema, and a tangy squeeze of lime. A nourishing, 30-minute plant-based meal!

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Top 10 Recipes of 2023 (4)

No-Bake Peanut Butter Cup Bars

Fuss-free, no-bake peanut butter cup bars with a creamy, salty peanut butter base and chocolaty ganache top! Vegan, gluten-free, grain-free, and just like a peanut butter cup, but easier. Just 5 ingredients, 1 bowl, and 30 minutes required!

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Top 10 Recipes of 2023 (5)

Lemony White Bean Quinoa Salad

Easy, nourishing white bean quinoa salad with fresh parsley, garlic, lemon, and a subtle kick from red pepper flakes. Just 10 ingredients, 1 bowl, and 30 minutes required for this fiber-packed, plant-based side!

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Top 10 Recipes of 2023 (6)

Vegan Bolognese with Mushrooms & Red Lentils

Easy, flavorful pasta with mushrooms, veggies, and red lentils in a rich, herby tomato sauce. A satisfying vegan entrée with just 10 ingredients required!

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Top 10 Recipes of 2023 (7)

Tahini Sweet Potato Blondies

Tahini chocolate chip blondies with a secret healthier twist: sweet potatoes! Undetectably vegan and gluten-free, and made in just 1 bowl!

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Top 10 Recipes of 2023 (8)

Cozy White Bean Mushroom Stew (Vegan)

Cozy, creamy white bean and mushroom stew with potatoes and herbs. An easy, 1-pot entrée perfect for cooler weather. Vegan, gluten-free, and SO delicious!

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Top 10 Recipes of 2023 (9)

Nourishing Cabbage, Fennel & Lentil Soup (1 Pot!)

Comforting, 1-pot soup with cabbage, fennel, lentils, kale, and Italian-inspired seasonings. An easy, nourishing, gluten-free and plant-based meal!

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Top 10 Recipes of 2023 (10)

Vegan Ginger Sesame Noodles with Crispy Tofu

An easy sheet pan meal with flavorful seasoned tofu and crispy roasted vegetables tossed with saucy ginger sesame noodles. SO flavorful, gluten-free, plant-based, and just 10 ingredients!

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Top 10 Recipes of 2023 (11)

Fudgy Dark Chocolate Sweet Potato Truffles

Rich, fudgy dark chocolate truffles made with a secret whole food ingredient: sweet potatoes! The perfect healthier treat for Valentine’s Day and beyond. Maple-sweetened and just 6 ingredients required!

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We’re excited to continue sharing new recipes with you in 2024. Happy New Year, friends!

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  1. Katie J says

    I love all of your recipes! It’s budget friendly and nourishing! I’m always excited to make your recipes as I know they are always stress free and make me feel great! I’m looking forward to the delicious recipes 2024 will bring!

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  2. Melany says

    I absolutely adore your recipes! They call for ingredients I usually have in my pantry. I have your Minimalist Baker Cookbook, and we have made lots of the yummy recipes in the book. I appreciate all these extra recipes on the website. Thank you for doing the incredibly delicious and inspiring work you are doing!

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    • Top 10 Recipes of 2023 (16)Support @ Minimalist Baker says

      Aw, LOVE this, Melany! Thank you so much for your sweet words and encouragement! xoxo

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  3. Rebecca says

    Found this food blog back in September, and O have tried so many new recipes that made me say “Wow. That’s staying in dinner rotation.” At least two are on this list! Thank you for easy, nourishing meals and yummy baked goods!

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    • Top 10 Recipes of 2023 (17)Support @ Minimalist Baker says

      Yay! Thank you for being here and commenting, Rebecca. We’re so glad you’ve been enjoying our recipes! xoxo

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  4. Patrick Antos says

    I do not know if I can continue to come to this site and be inundated with so many ads. A few on the page are ok, but ads floating videos is way to much. Please consider a paywall for those that really care about your food.

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    • Top 10 Recipes of 2023 (18)Support @ Minimalist Baker says

      Thank you for the suggestion, Patrick. Apologies for any inconvenience! We always try to optimize for user experience, while also having ads to keep the content free and high quality.

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    • tracy says

      Allot of people can’t afford a paywall. I can put up with some ads knowing that at the content is free for all.

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  5. Fran De La Rosa says

    I am happy to report that I have made at least six of these recipes and as I read the titles said “yes!!” to each and every one of them. Thank you so much for providing such wonderful recipes, with easy to follow directions, easy to obtain ingredients, and an overwhelming amount of joy in sharing! I look forward to all the new food adventures to come in 2024. Again, thank you!

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    • Top 10 Recipes of 2023 (19)Support @ Minimalist Baker says

      Whoop! We’re so glad you’ve enjoyed each one, Fran. Thank you so much for your kind words! xoxo

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  6. JoAnne says

    What an appealing selection! I’ll be making almost all of the ‘mains’ over the next few weeks! Thank you!

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Top 10 Recipes of 2023 (2024)

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17 Dishes Every Home Cook Should Know How to Make, According to Chefs
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  4. 04 of 17. Bolognese. Photo and Styling by Julia Gartland. ...
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A recipe is an instructional text used when cooking or baking food. It tells the person cooking the food, what ingredients they should use, how to use them and any nutritional facts that may be relevant.

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The best way to ensure that you're comfortable with a potential cook is to ask questions. Start by asking about their experience, including how long they have been cooking and what types of meals they specialize in. You can also ask to see pictures of their past work or even sample some of their food if possible.

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You can get Google recipes by using the Google search bar. Type in "recipes" and you'll get a wide variety of recipes from all over the internet. You can also try Google's "Cooking" tab, which will show you all kinds of recipes organized by type of dish.

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The most commonly eaten foods vary depending on cultural preferences, but globally, staples like rice, wheat, corn, and potatoes are among the most consumed. Other commonly eaten foods include vegetables, fruits, meat (such as chicken, pork, and beef), fish, and dairy products like milk and cheese.

What is one food that everyone likes? ›

Here is the top 10:
  • Pizza.
  • Burger.
  • Ramen.
  • Paella.
  • Pierogi.
  • Moussaka.
  • Boeuf Bourgignon.
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What are the 4 most popular foods? ›

popularity is the % of people who have a positive opinion of a american dish. Find out more
  1. 1 Mashed potatoes86%
  2. 2 French Fries86%
  3. 3 Hamburgers85%
  4. 4 Cheeseburger83%
  5. 5 Grilled Cheese82%
  6. 6 Steak and Baked potato82%
  7. 7 Hash browns82%
  8. 8 Fried Chicken82%

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What is the hardest meat to cook? ›

Brisket takes about twice as long to turn tender as do other braising cuts. We've always thought that's because brisket has more chewy collagen (the main component in meat's connective tissue) than other cuts, which needs more time to convert to soft gelatin for the meat to fully tenderize.

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The World's Most Difficult Dishes to Prepare
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The earliest known written recipes date to 1730 BC and were recorded on cuneiform tablets found in Mesopotamia. Other early written recipes date from approximately 1600 BC and come from an Akkadian tablet from southern Babylonia. There are also works in ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs depicting the preparation of food.

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A standardized recipe is a set of written instructions with given quantities, individual cost of food products, and portions for individual menu items that a staff member would follow to prepare a dish. Generally, a standardized recipes contain the following information: The dish name. Total yield (number of servings).

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SuperCook will find you any recipe you need, whether it's for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or even a midnight snack. Save time and money with an intelligent pantry. SuperCook's voice dictation mode allows you to quickly add ingredients to your in-app pantry by simply saying them out loud.

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Fortunately, there are many ways you can discover new recipes. This process can involve subscribing to a food magazine, following another food blogger, or eating at restaurants. With these methods, you'll easily find cooking ideas for your followers.

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