The most memorable and delicious recipes we cooked this year.

That’s what all three of my kids claim to be the yummiest meal they ate in 2022.

Despite my kids having the shortest memory and questionable tastes, I get it.

Bowls of Mercimek Corbasi (Turkish Lentil Soup) Topped with Greek Yogurt, Croutons, Pul Bibir Butter, and Parsley, and Next to It, a Small Bowl of Parsley, Slices of Bread, and Two Spoons

Simply Recipes / Mihaela Kozaric Sebrek

The happiness we derive from eating certain foods cannot always be explained.

Here are the 8 recipes that Simply Recipes editors and contributors picked as their favorites in 2022.

It’s soft, moist, and there’s just a lot of umami flavors in it.

Vegetarian Meatloaf on a Plate with Mashed Potatoes and Green Beans

Simply Recipes / Alison Bickel

I like using mushrooms and complementing it with plant-based meat.

Even though it takes some time to prepare, it makes enough for six, with leftovers.

My toddler loves it too!"

Close Up: Plate of Kai Jeow (Thai Omelet) with Cucumber Slices, Romaine Leaves, Rice, and a Small Bowl of Sriracha

Simply Recipes / Ciara Kehoe

Remember to give the chicken enough time to marinate.

It was super easy (dare I say foolproof?!

), and made everyone involved feel a little bit of “Encanto” magic.

Rasta Pasta with Jerk Chicken in a Pot with a Serving Spoon

Simply Recipes / Alica Ramkirpal-Senhouse

Win, win, win!"

I’ve made this recipe enough times that I can make it without the recipe.

Bowl of Vegan Butternut Squash Soup Topped with Thyme, Coconut Milk, Croutons, and Cracked Pepper, Sitting on a Kitchen Linen and Surrounded by a Bowl of Cracked Pepper and a Spoon

Simply Recipes / Katie Morford

Arepas on a blue plate.

Simply Recipes / Sally Vargas

Buttered Potato Rolls on Baking Sheet

Megan Keno

Bowl of Creamy One Pot Pasta with Zucchini

Simply Recipes / Alison Bickel