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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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    Chocolate Crinkle Cookies

    21 reviews

    These rich and fudgy chocolate crinkle cookies are perfect for sharing at holiday get-togethers.


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    Steak Fajitas

    22 reviews

    These sizzling steak fajitas are packed with a tangle of onions, peppers and sliced beef, flavored by a sharp orange-cumin...


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    Swedish Cookies

    22 reviews

    These Swedish cookies are shaped perfectly for nibbling on alongside coffee or tea. Grab a couple for a quick, sweet...


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    Pumpkin Cheese Ball

    4 reviews

    As charming as it is delicious, this pumpkin cheese ball is a perfect autumnal treat for a Halloween party or...


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    Peanut Clusters

    7 reviews

    These chewy peanut clusters, filled with sweet and salty flavors and covered in melted chocolate, couldn't be much easier to...


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    Chicken Ring

    33 reviews

    Make this festive, cheesy chicken ring an unconventional part of your family’s next Christmas or holiday menu.


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    Possum Pie

    17 reviews

    Possum pie may have a funny name, but it's as delicious as can be. The creamy, no-bake pie features pecans...


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    Marinated Mozzarella

    24 reviews

    Marinated mozzarella is the ultimate light-touch appetizer, as you really only need to combine the ingredients, then let the marinade...

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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.


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    Pumpkin Cheesecake Brownie

    11 reviews

    This pumpkin cheesecake brownie recipe takes the best part of a fudgy brownie, a pumpkin pie and a cheesecake and...


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    Broccoli Cranberry Salad

    68 reviews

    Elevate your side dish salad game with this recipe for broccoli cranberry salad. The combination of fresh broccoli florets, sweet...


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    Chicken, Rice and Beans

    65 reviews

    With pantry spices, salsa and lean chicken breast, our flavorful chicken, rice and beans recipe simmers up on the stovetop...


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    Shrimp and Scallop Pasta

    9 reviews

    For a five-star dining experience at home, try this elegant and impressive shrimp and scallop pasta with white wine sauce.


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    Peanut Butter Blossom Cookies

    13 reviews

    Peanut butter blossom cookies are a classic for a reason! When you nestle a chocolate kiss into a chewy and...


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    Manicotti

    16 reviews

    Ricotta-and-Parmesan-stuffed manicotti, baked in rich marinara sauce, makes a hearty and impressive vegetarian main dish. Smart shortcuts, like using store-bought...

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    Pork Ramen Noodles

    23 reviews

    Turn basic instant ramen noodles into a full meal with this easy pork ramen noodles recipe. A very filling and...


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    Cowboy Chili

    5 reviews

    Hearty enough for a crew of hungry ranchers, this easy cowboy chili recipe is destined to become a fall favorite.


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    Slow-Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip

    29 reviews

    Slow-cooker Buffalo chicken dip will be the hit of the party. The combo of shredded chicken, cheese and wing sauce...


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    Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies

    5 reviews

    These red velvet crinkle cookies have a rich, chocolaty flavor and a festive red hue, making them fantastic for the...


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    Chicken Pesto Pasta

    12 reviews

    When my garden basil goes nuts, I make pesto and keep it frozen in small containers for the right opportunity,...


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    Walking Tacos

    39 reviews

    When sitting down to tacos isn't an option, walking tacos are the answer. These self-contained mini-meals are just the thing...

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    Pizookie

    4 reviews

    What's better than a chocolate chip cookie? How about a giant chocolate chip pizookie!


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    Tiramisu

    If you're looking for a dessert that's hard to mess up but tastes like it came from a restaurant, then...


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    Bunny Pancakes

    2 reviews

    Some-bunny in your life is going to be very excited when you make them these adorable bunny pancakes complete with...


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    Slow-Cooker Dump Cake

    11 reviews

    Our crockpot dump cake combines the classic flavors of pineapple upside-down cake with the ease of slow-cooking. Just dump the ingredients...


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    Mushroom Meat Loaf

    18 reviews

    We've got your next comfort dinner covered with this easy mushroom meat loaf.


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    Pine Cone Cookies

    4 reviews

    Charming, clever and always a hit at holiday gatherings, these snowy pine cone cookies will become a new family tradition.