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Internet-Famous Recipes You’ll Love

Our readers voted on which viral recipes made it into their household hall of fame

We asked, and you delivered! Our readers and followers shared their favorite viral recipes, and we're excited to reveal the dishes that have taken the internet – and kitchens everywhere – by storm. From TikTok trends to Instagram-worthy meals, these recipes are more than just fleeting sensations; they’re the must-share staples that everyone’s talking about. Get ready to explore the top-ranked viral recipes, and see which one becomes your next household favorite!


#1 Baked Feta Pasta

Baked feta pasta is the recipe that started it all—a true viral sensation. Incredibly simple yet packed with fresh, vibrant flavors, this dish has quickly become a family favorite worldwide. It's no surprise that this comforting recipe has claimed the top spot, finding its way into kitchens everywhere.

Ingredients 

  • 1 (8oz.) block of feta cheese

  • ½ cup of olive oil

  • 2 pints of cherry tomatoes

  • 1 shallot quartered

  • 3 cloves of garlic smashed

  • Pinch of red pepper flakes, more if you like it spicy

  • 3 sprigs of fresh thyme

  • 10 oz. of pasta

  • zest of 1 lemon

  • Fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F. In a baking dish combine tomatoes, shallot, garlic, and all but 1 teaspoon of olive oil. Season with salt and pepper, and red pepper flakes. Toss to combine.

  2. Place the block of feta in the middle of the tomato mixture. Drizzle the remaining teaspoon of olive oil over the feta. Place the thyme sprigs over the tomatoes.

  3. Bake for 45-50 minutes, until the tomatoes are bursting and the feta cheese is golden brown on top.

  4. While baking the tomatoes and cheese, cook the pasta to al dente, according to the package instructions. Reserve ½ cup of the pasta water before draining. 

  5. Once the baking dish comes out of the oven, stir until combined, and stir in pasta, and lemon zest.  Use pasta water to thin out the sauce as needed. Top with fresh basil and serve. 

#2 Lasagna Soup 

As the ultimate comfort food with a creative twist on a classic Italian favorite, lasagna soup came in a very close second. This easy-to-make recipe delivers all the rich flavors of traditional lasagna in a warm, comforting bowl of soup.   

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • ½ pound lean ground beef

  • ½ pound Italian sausage, removed from casings

  • 3 cloves minced garlic,

  • 1 diced yellow onion

  • 2 15-ounce cans crushed tomatoes

  • 1 15-ounce can petite diced tomatoes

  • 6 cups beef stock

  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning

  • 1 teaspoon dried basil

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • 12 oz uncooked lasagna noodles

  • ½ cup whole milk ricotta cheese

  • 1 cup shredded parmesan cheese

  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella

  • Fresh chopped basil 

  • Fresh chopped parsley

Directions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and sausage, and cook until browned, about 5-8 minutes, making sure to crumble the beef and sausage as it cooks; drain excess fat.

  2. Stir in garlic and onion. Cook, stirring frequently, until onions have become translucent, about 2-3 minutes.

  3. Place ground beef mixture into a 6-qt slow cooker. Stir in crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, beef stock, Italian seasoning, and basil; season with salt and pepper.

  4. Cover and cook on low heat for 7-8 hours or high heat for 5-6 hours. Uncover and stir in broken-up lasagna noodles. Cover and cook on high heat for an additional 30 minutes, or until tender; season with salt and pepper, to taste.

  5. Serve immediately, topped with dollops of ricotta, small handfuls of mozzarella and parmesan, and garnished with parsley and basil.  

#3 Sushi Bake

Packed with flavor and requiring none of the skills needed to roll sushi, a sushi bake is the perfect way to satisfy your craving for savory rolls. This dish delivers all the freshness of a California roll, combining crisp cucumber and creamy avocado with sweet baked crab for a deliciously simple alternative to traditional sushi.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups uncooked sushi rice

  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil

  • 1 lb imitation crab meat, chopped into bite-sized pieces

  • 1-2 tablespoons sriracha hot sauce

  • 4 scallions, finely chopped

  • Furikake (rice seasoning)

  • 4 tablespoons of masago or tobiko (fish roe)

  • 1 1/4 cup Kewpie mayonnaise

  • 1 thinly sliced cucumber

  • 2 avocados, sliced

  • 4 packages seaweed snacks (nori)

Directions

  1. Make sushi rice according to package directions. Stir sesame oil into rice.  

  2. Heat oven to 400°F.  

  3. In a large bowl combine imitation crab meat, sriracha, scallions, 3 tablespoons of tobiko or masago, (set aside 1 tablespoon), and 1 cup of  Kewpie mayonnaise. Stir until well combined. 

  4. Once rice is cooked, press the rice down into a 9 x 13 baking dish, creating an even layer.  Sprinkle about ⅓ of the bottle of furikake over the rice. Layer the crab mixture over the seasoned rice in an even layer. Sprinkle another ⅓ of the bottle of furikake over this layer. Using the fine tip of the Kewpie mayonnaise container, zigzag the mayo over the entire dish. Sprinkle the remaining tablespoon of tobiko or masago over dish.

  5. Bake for 15-20 minutes, until top is golden brown. Let cool for 10 minutes, then add sliced cucumber and avocado to the top. Serve with seaweed snacks, and spoon the baked mixture into the seaweed and enjoy!   

 

#4 Whipped Coffee

The texture of whipped coffee is simply divine—fluffy, frothy, and a perfect pick-me-up. This versatile whipped topping can be stirred into milk, as the recipe suggests, or spooned over ice cream or brownies for a rich coffee-flavored treat.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons granulated instant coffee

  • 1 ½ teaspoons granulated sugar, plus more to taste

  • 2 tablespoons hot water

  • 1 cup of milk (warm or over ice)

Directions 

  1. Add coffee, sugar, and hot water into a bowl.  

  2. Using either an electric mixer or a hand whisk, briskly whisk the mixture until the texture is fluffy and light. 

  3. Spoon mixture over milk with ice, or warm milk, and stir. 

#5 Corn Ribs 

The irresistible blend of savory, smoky marinade and the natural sweetness of fresh corn creates a dish that's hard to resist. Ready in just minutes in the air fryer, this creative twist on traditional corn on the cob offers endless possibilities for dipping sauces and toppings. 

Ingredients

  • 3 ears of corn, husked and on the cob

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 teaspoon liquid smoke

  • 1 teaspoon paprika

  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

  • 1 teaspoon granulated garlic

  • ½ teaspoon onion powder

  • Pinch of salt

  • Cilantro, roughly chopped for garnish (optional)

Directions 

  1. Microwave the corn cobs for 2 minutes to soften them.  Let cool for about 5 minutes, until you can safely handle them. 

  2. Cut the corn cob in half lengthwise using a sharp knife.  Again cut each half lengthwise in half, essentially quartering the corn cob lengthwise.  With 3 cobs, you will have 12 corn “ribs”. 

  3. In a bowl, mix together olive oil, liquid smoke, paprika, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt until well combined. 

  4. Brush the mixture over each of the corn ribs, coating it completely.  Place in a single layer in the air fryer basket or sheet.  You may need to make a couple of batches. 

  5. Air fry at 400°F for 5 minutes then flip each piece over and air fry for another 5-7 minutes.  Corn should be crispy, starting to curl up, and lightly charred. 

  6. Garnish with fresh cilantro and enjoy. Eat each piece like a rib, with the corn cob as the bone.