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I love to finish projects. There is so much satisfaction in completing a home improvement project, achieving a personal goal, or getting over any major hurdle. At the end of the year it feels like we’re finishing something big so it’s good to reflect and ponder on our favorite days or events. I also love to look forward to the New Year with a fresh sense of excitement and anticipation. Blogging is unique in that you can actually look back and see a glimpse of what you had going on, day after day, week after week, or month after month. It’s also helpful, and exciting, to see which recipes were a hit, with you and us!
Coming in at No. 10 – Skillet Chicken and Mushroom Wine Sauce – what a great, easy classic recipe with all my favorite flavors! Mushrooms and wine are made for each other.
No. 9 – so happy to see a cookie recipe make the top 10! These lovely little Lemon Meltaways are the perfect bite of sweet, tart, soft, melt-in-your-mouth buttery goodness.
No. 8 – Wild Rice and Mushroom Soup – earthy, hearty and seriously comforting, this soup is just the ticket for the dark days of winter.
No. 7 – Melting Butter Potatoes – I was starting to think these little spuds slipped by unnoticed! So happy to see them in this roundup as they are truly delicious. Crispy on the outside and light and fluffy on the inside with plenty of fresh herbs and flavor. There is a lady in my husband’s office that makes these all the time now – and tells him each time they pass in the hall. Definitely worth making more than once 🙂
No. 6 – My husband is still upset that he was out of town when I made this Chicken Pot Pie with Herb Biscuits. I’ve promised to make it again and already have ideas for a few variations. My son Patrick must have smelled it from across the neighborhood because he stopped in and ate almost the entire casserole. He pronounced this as the best thing I’ve ever made. Yup we loved it!
No 5 – on the countdown is easy Blueberry Breakfast Cake. Simple and simply delicious. I adore blueberries anyway but folded into a simple, not too sweet cake, they melt into little flavor bombs. Serve for breakfast like a coffee cake, with afternoon tea, or as a special dessert after dinner. An all around wonderful recipe!
No. 4 – I am so happy this pie made it to the top of the list. Old-Fashioned Butterscotch Pie – your butterscotch loving taste testers are going to love you for this one!
No. 3 on the countdown is the Fresh Peach & Raspberry Clafoutis (pronounced klafuti.) We loved this traditional French dessert made with seasonal fresh fruit, covered in a thick custard-like batter, then baked. It is often served warm with a dusting of confectioners’ sugar. Just serve mine with a spoon please!
No. 2 – I am completely smitten with this drool-worthy Blueberry Crumble Pie. Sweet fresh blueberries topped with a crispy crumble all baked up in a wonderful summer pie. A must make for your ripe blueberries!
No. 1 – and would you believe an Easy Pasta Salad with Zesty Italian Dressing made it to number one, beating all other posts 7 times over! This recipe was popular on Pinterest during the summer just when everybody needed an easily adaptable recipe for BBQ’s and picnics. I’ve been making some version of this recipe for many years, and probably will again this summer!
But most of all, you my friends and faithful readers are Number 1 in my heart. That may sound a little sappy, but nevertheless true. I am humbled and thrilled and hope you will come again for a visit very soon. My goals and dreams for 2016 are BIG! I’ve found my passion and can’t wait to test and tweak, inspire and be inspired, create and tweak some more, then share the best with you.
Have a very happy, prosperous and wonderful New Year! Thanks so much for stopping by!
Tricia
ZazaCook says
January 3, 2016 at 4:08 pmYour recipes are always delicious and your photos are gorgeous!!
A very happy and healthy New Year to you, Tricia!!
Tricia Buice says
January 3, 2016 at 7:34 pmThank you so much Zaza 🙂 Happy New Year to you too!
Chris Scheuer says
January 2, 2016 at 4:52 pmI remember all of these Tricia and can see why they’re favorites. But then again everything you make is a favorite of mine.
Tricia Buice says
January 2, 2016 at 5:14 pmYou are too sweet Chris! Thank you so much and Happy New Year!
cheri says
January 1, 2016 at 12:03 pmHappy New Year Tricia, I can see why these particular recipes made the top 10, they are all so good. can’t wait to see what your goals and dreams are for this New Year. Love all the new changes you made to your blog last year, everything looks so professional. Take care!
Tricia Buice says
January 1, 2016 at 2:08 pmThank you so much Cheri – Happy New Year to you and yours! Can’t wait to see what YOU have cooked up for the coming year too!
Susan says
January 1, 2016 at 11:57 amEvery single one a winner, Tricia! Happy New Year and happy new year of cooking and new recipes. I always look forward to your posts.
Tricia Buice says
January 1, 2016 at 2:08 pmThank you so much Susan. Happy New Year!
Maureen | Orgasmic Chef says
January 1, 2016 at 6:00 amThey’re wrong, I tell ya – the potatoes were the winner for this family!
Thank you for sharing your food journey during 2015 and we all look forward to what you’ll surprise us with in 2016.
Happy New Year!
Tricia Buice says
January 1, 2016 at 2:08 pmHaha Maureen – they are so good 🙂 Hope you had a lovely New Year celebration down under! Blessings for you and John for a wonderful 2016.
[email protected]'s Recipes says
January 1, 2016 at 2:05 amThey all look fantastic, Tricia. I keep mistaking those potatoes as pan seared scallops.
May the new year bring you success, happiness and prosperity. Have a happy new year!
Tricia Buice says
January 1, 2016 at 2:09 pmThey look just like scallops Angie – maybe I’ll pan sear some for you soon 🙂 Thanks so much! Happy New Year to you.
Briana Morrison says
December 31, 2015 at 5:17 pmOkay, now I really have to try the pasta salad – don’t know how I missed it this summer. Your blog is now my first stop when I’m looking for a new recipe. Keep up the great work and I’m looking forward to a delicious 2016 with you!
Tricia Buice says
January 1, 2016 at 2:10 pmWhat a wonderful comment Bri! You made my day 🙂 Love you lots!
2 Sisters Recipes says
December 31, 2015 at 4:54 pmLOve all of these! YOur recipes are always fabulous! Have a healthy and happy new year!!
xoxo Anna and Liz
Tricia Buice says
January 1, 2016 at 2:16 pmThe readers picked some of my favorites too – yummy! Thanks so much for stopping by!
Amy says
December 31, 2015 at 4:05 pmThanks for putting this list together, I have most of them bookmarked.
Tricia Buice says
January 1, 2016 at 2:13 pmThank you Amy – Happy New Year!
Pam says
December 31, 2015 at 3:19 pmWell now that I’m starved after seeing all the goodness here, can’t decide what to try first! Here’s wishing you the best in the coming year, Tricia, Happy New Year!
Tricia Buice says
January 1, 2016 at 2:13 pmThank you Pam! Happy New Year to you
Monique says
December 31, 2015 at 3:10 pmYou’re so organized!
Happy I found you~
Happy New Year!
Tricia Buice says
January 1, 2016 at 2:15 pmHaha Monique – so happy to have found you too! Your posts are delightful, your photos are amazing and you are super sweet! Happy New Year!
Monica says
December 31, 2015 at 11:13 amIt’s been a treat to visit here all through 2015! Your food is forever gorgeously presented…your meticulousness and care in what you do really shines. I am always inspired…even if I don’t or can’t make what you did specifically, it makes me want to do better. Thanks and keep up the awesome work in 2016! Hope it’s a happy, fulfilling, and healthy one for you and your family!
Tricia Buice says
January 1, 2016 at 2:14 pmIf you were here I would give you a great big hug! You always leave the best comments. Thanks for being so sweet – Happy New Year!
Gerlinde @ Sunnycovechef says
December 31, 2015 at 12:40 amTricia, all your food looks fantastic, I especially like your skillet chicken and mushroom dish. Anything with sauce will do! Happy New Year and happy blogging.
Tricia Buice says
December 31, 2015 at 6:37 amI love these wine and mushroom sauces too – and thank you so much! Have a great 2016!
Betty says
December 31, 2015 at 12:26 amThey ALL look absolutely fabulous- What a great year! 🙂
Tricia Buice says
December 31, 2015 at 6:36 amThank you Betty – hope you have a very Happy New Year! They’re calling for snow next week 🙂
sue|theviewfromgreatisland says
December 30, 2015 at 11:31 pmThere are so many of my favorites here, Tricia, but I totally ‘get’ why your pasta salad hit number one…it’s so colorful and tempting—I can’t WAIT to see what 2106 brings 🙂
Tricia Buice says
December 31, 2015 at 6:36 amThank you Sue – me too!