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Greatest Hits: 2012

January 01, 2012
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All Cooking Light recipes have to meet our high standards, but a few each issue are so great they end up as staff favorites. Keep checking here each month for the best of 2012.
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January/February: Grapefruit Pound Cake

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"There's a surprising, exotic depth of flavor from grapefruit rind and juice." 

- Robin Bashinsky, Recipe Developer and Tester

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January/February: Chicken Piccata

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"Briny capers and bright lemon really make this bird sing!" 

- Hannah Klinger, Editorial Contributor

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January/February: Bread Pudding with Salted Caramel Sauce

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"This recipe is a game changer. Think you don't like sweets? Think again." 

- Tim Cebula, Associate Food Editor

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March: Dak Bokkeum with Spinach

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"This stew is lick-the-bowl good, something I had no trouble doing despite its fiery flavor!"

- Phoebe Wu, Assistant Editor

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April: Crab Cakes with Spicy Rémoulade

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"These are the best crab cakes we've ever made!"

- Scott Mowbray, Editor

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April: Pizza Rustica

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"I love the tender crust and veggie-packed filling."

- Deb Wise, Recipe Developer and Tester

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May: Beef Filets with Red Wine Sauce and Roasted Veggie Fries

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"Funny that we devoured the veggie fries before the steak."

- Sidney Fry, Assistant Nutrition Editor

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July: Cherry-Peach Sangria

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"Who could resist the refreshing combo of fruit, fresh herbs, and wine?"

- Vanessa Pruett, Test Kitchen Director

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July: Vietnamese Pork Tenderloin

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"Huge flavor served up in small green packages–an excellent choice for a barbecue."

- Timothy Cebula, Senior Food Editor

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August: Chicken, Potato, and Leek Pie

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"Smoky bacon, savory chicken thighs, and the subtle sweetness of carrots and leeks make for a winning combination. America, meet your new favorite potpie."

- Sidney Fry, Assistant Editor, Nutrition

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September: Filipino Arroz Caldo

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"Ginger and a touch of saffron make this ultra-comforting porridge richly fragrant. It's the perfect dish for chilly nights."

- Phoebe Wu, Assistant Editor

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October: Green Curry Fritters

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“Holy cow, are these spicy-good! You won’t believe how much flavor is packed into these little guys.” 

- Ann Pittman, Executive Editor, Food

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October: Chocolate-Hazelnut Banana Bread

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“Keep some napkins handy—a slice falls apart in the best possible way.” 

- Hannah Klinger, Editorial Contributor

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October: Ramen Noodle Bowl

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“Chewy noodles and deep, umami-rich broth—it’s like a big, steaming bowl of comfort.” 

- Tim Cebula, Senior Food Editor

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November: Rich Chicken Soup with Fresh Noodles

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"This soup is just as satisfying as slow-cooked! A hint of miso gives it extra depth."

- Robin Bashinsky, Recipe Tester and Developer

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November: Aromatic Slow-Roasted Tomatoes

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"My household contains someone who thought he didn't like tomatoes. This recipe changed that forever."

- Phillip Rhodes, Executive Managing Editor

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November: Rainbow Trout with Smoked Tomato Salsa

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"The stovetop smoking technique is simply brilliant. Delicious, too!"

- Ann Pittman, Executive Editor, Food

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December: Chipotle Pork Tamales with Cilantro-Lime Crema

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“Nothing says love better than spending time in the kitchen making these tamales.” 

- Deb Wise, Recipe Tester and Developer

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December: Fried Cauliflower with Tahini and Pomegranate Seeds

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“Don't just reserve for festive occasions—this makes a great exotic weeknight side dish, too!” 

- Robin Bashinsky, Recipe Tester and Developer

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    1 of 19 January/February: Grapefruit Pound Cake
    2 of 19 January/February: Chicken Piccata
    3 of 19 January/February: Bread Pudding with Salted Caramel Sauce
    4 of 19 March: Dak Bokkeum with Spinach
    5 of 19 April: Crab Cakes with Spicy Rémoulade
    6 of 19 April: Pizza Rustica
    7 of 19 May: Beef Filets with Red Wine Sauce and Roasted Veggie Fries
    8 of 19 July: Cherry-Peach Sangria
    9 of 19 July: Vietnamese Pork Tenderloin
    10 of 19 August: Chicken, Potato, and Leek Pie
    11 of 19 September: Filipino Arroz Caldo
    12 of 19 October: Green Curry Fritters
    13 of 19 October: Chocolate-Hazelnut Banana Bread
    14 of 19 October: Ramen Noodle Bowl
    15 of 19 November: Rich Chicken Soup with Fresh Noodles
    16 of 19 November: Aromatic Slow-Roasted Tomatoes
    17 of 19 November: Rainbow Trout with Smoked Tomato Salsa
    18 of 19 December: Chipotle Pork Tamales with Cilantro-Lime Crema
    19 of 19 December: Fried Cauliflower with Tahini and Pomegranate Seeds

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