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Learn how to cook with step-by-step guides from the Taste Recipes Test Kitchen. Our experts will walk you through the techniques you need to master must-try dishes and desserts.

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    Taco Stuffed Shells

    34 reviews

    Taco stuffed shells are a welcome twist on Taco Tuesday—easy to make, with results that are sure to please. Make...


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    Magic Cookie Bars

    18 reviews

    Whether you call them magic cookie bars, seven-layer bars or Hello Dolly bars, we know that this super simple dessert...


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    Spinach Dip

    4 reviews

    Need a dip for a party or for game day? Spinach dip is the answer, because nothing beats a classic.


    Strawberry Chicken Salad

    7 reviews

    Juicy berries, crisp sugar snap peas and crunchy pecans complement the lime-marinated chicken in this pretty salad. The homemade sweet-sour...


    Paloma

    3 reviews

    The paloma is a popular Mexican cocktail starring smooth tequila and sweet-tart grapefruit soda. This simple recipe makes a citrusy...


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    Cannoli Cheesecake

    13 reviews

    With all the key elements of a classic cannoli, this creamy, chocolatey, cannoli cheesecake will please any dinner crowd.


    Pickled Peaches

    1 review

    A soft, sweet peach tastes like Southern summer, but with this recipe for pickled peaches, you can savor the moment...


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    Instant Pot Beef Tips

    29 reviews

    Our recipe for beef tips with red wine and mushrooms has the flavor of a classic French beef stew without...

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    Zucchini Brownies

    38 reviews

    Make a batch of these tender zucchini brownies with chocolate frosting if your garden is overflowing with this bumper crop....


    Broccoli Lasagna

    3 reviews

    With cozy vibes and veggie-packed layers, this broccoli lasagna deserves a permanent spot in your dinner rotation.


    Cream of Potato Soup

    13 reviews

    When nights turn chilly, fire up the stove to make a cozy cream of potato soup recipe. Enjoy the smooth,...


    Zucchini Tomato Casserole

    11 reviews

    This cheesy zucchini tomato casserole is perfect for your next potluck. Just don't expect to bring home any leftovers!


    Dill Potato Salad

    What's a picnic without dill potato salad? This creamy, dill-flecked recipe is sure to steal the show at barbecues and...


    Bran Muffin

    4 reviews

    For a bran muffin recipe that's not too sweet, look no further. These muffins have a natural sweetness, moist crumb...


    Grilled Ham Steak

    6 reviews

    Our grilled ham steak has a savory, smoky flavor and a sweet and tangy apricot glaze. Try it on your...


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    Bunny Rolls

    10 reviews

    Sorry in advance to your Easter ham, but these bunny rolls may just steal the show.


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    Biscuits and Sausage Gravy

    88 reviews

    Treat yourself to a classic southern breakfast with our easy recipe for biscuits and sausage gravy.

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    Knoephla Soup

    16 reviews

    A hearty meal that warms you right up on chilly days, this knoephla soup recipe makes plenty of leftovers...


    Calico Beans

    25 reviews

    Calico beans are an elevated, meaty version of baked beans. Three types of beans bake with savory ground beef and...


    Easter Sugar Cookies

    3 reviews

    It doesn't get much cuter than these Easter sugar cookies! Spring flowers, adorable animals and pastel-colored Easter eggs make the...


    Shrimp Patty Sandwiches

    1 review

    Need dinner fast? These shrimp patty sandwiches pack a protein punch with cooked (or canned) shrimp and flaky whitefish. Pancake...


    Scalloped Corn

    23 reviews

    This comforting scalloped corn casserole features sunny corn kernels blended into a creamy custard. By the time the serving dish...


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    Black-Eyed Peas

    9 reviews

    Ready for the ultimate black-eyed peas recipe? This popular Southern side dish gets its flavor from salty pork belly and...

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    Baked Beans with Bacon

    6 reviews

    These baked beans with bacon will round out any meal, but they're particularly good served alongside cornbread. Canned pork and...


    Easter Nest Cake

    8 reviews

    The chocolate robin's nest, with candy Easter eggs to boot, makes our Easter nest cake showstopping, but the chocolate cake...


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    Beef and Rice Enchiladas

    59 reviews

    This recipe for easy beef and rice enchiladas is perfect for meal planning or a quick-and-easy weeknight dinner.


    Barbecue Lasagna

    13 reviews

    Barbecue lasagna has the essential gooey cheese and noodles, but in a shocking plot twist, it packs a punch with...


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    Easter Basket Cupcakes

    13 reviews

    Decorated with colorful shredded coconut, licorice twists and candy eggs, Easter basket cupcakes are as fun to make as they...


    Chocolate Easter Eggs

    4 reviews

    Spring desserts abound, but the one we look forward to every year is this chocolate Easter eggs recipe. Decorate them...