15 Recipes So Good You Could Call Them 'Perfect'

By Rai Mincey
February 10, 2021
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We've rounded up recipes with such winning reputations, that they've been deemed "perfect" by our audience. Ranging from a colorful, creamy pesto salad to decadent seafood-stuffed mushroom caps, each dish has earned its title one review at a time. Perfection may be a bold claim, but these recipes have the flavor to back it up. Try one of these fifteen dishes for a flawless meal experience. 

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Chef John's Perfect Mashed Potatoes

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The creamy, comforting reliability of mashed potatoes is perfected in Chef John's recipe. Large russets are combined with whole milk and butter for a smooth spoonful every time.

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Maya's Perfect Pesto Salad

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Corkscrew pasta is tossed with homemade pesto, chopped radicchio, and a bit of mayo for added creaminess. Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving — the flavor gets better with time. 

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Perfect Sesame Chicken

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With over 700 5-star reviews, this mouthwatering deep-fried chicken recipe has earned its name. Cubed chicken breast is slathered with a rich sauce made from dark soy sauce, chili paste, sesame oil, and garlic. 

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Perfect Ten Baked Cod

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This baked cod recipe is easy, buttery, and leagues above your standard fish dinner. Cod loin is cooked with lemon and white wine, then finished with a crumbly cracker topping for a delicious, multi-textured bite. 

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Perfect Chicken

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"This is goood," raves home cook Gracie. "Definitely company-worthy. It takes time, but the melding of flavors is worth it." A mushroom caper sauce is reduced, then poured onto chicken thighs for an amazingly rich result. 

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Perfect Pressure Cooker Pot Roast

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Use your pressure cooker to create a moist, flavorful roast that rivals Grandma's. Ranch dressing and brown gravy mixes make for incredibly tender meat that is cooked alongside broth-soaked onions. 

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Perfect Crab-Stuffed Mushrooms

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Perfect decadence is achieved in this seafood-stuffed dish. Crabmeat, bread crumbs, Monterey Jack, and dill create the mixture that fills oven-baked mushroom caps. A great finger food for intimate gatherings and big crowds alike. 

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Pitcher Perfect Margaritas

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A great margarita is easy, strong, and ready in 10 minutes or less. "Well named," says cooks4forty. "They make a pitcher, and they're perfect. This is a great way to serve margaritas without manning the blender all night."

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Perfect Fried Green Tomatoes

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A spicy Southern classic takes a dip in a creamy Cajun ranch sauce. Create your own crispy fried tomatoes by dredging slices in a cayenne-cornmeal mixture then frying to a lovely deep golden color. 

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Perfect Deviled Eggs

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Horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, and hot peppers give these deviled eggs serious flavor. This delectable recipe is one you'll revisit again and again for anything from a church picnic to a quick weekday snack. 

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The Perfect Basic Burger

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"Excellent base burger," says reviewer Ken. "I added a few extra seasonings to give it the specific flavor I wanted. Held together well on the grill." Add your personalized fixings to this tasty beef burger recipe. 

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Perfect Potstickers

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Chef John's top-rated potsticker recipe makes it possible to create your own succulent dumplings at home. The filling is a mouthwatering mixture of ground pork, fresh ginger, and spring onions that will leave you wanting more. 

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Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookies

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One bite of these soft, decadent cookies and you'll understand how aptly named they are. Almond extract gives these treats a super-special flavor, while standard ingredients like brown sugar and salt ensure a tender crumb. 

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Perfect and Easy Apple Crisp

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Hundreds of home cooks agree on the great quality of this apple crisp recipe. Every serving is sweet, buttery, and filled with luscious sliced apples. Create a deliciously down-home dessert in just an hour. 

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Perfect Chocolate Cake

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With so many chocolate cake recipes, it can be difficult to find a delicious, fuss-free option. Look no further than this straightforward layer cake recipe equipped with a delectable whipped cream filling. 

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