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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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    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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    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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    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.


    Frikadeller

    6 reviews

    Meatballs just like grandma made and her mom before her! A classic Danish recipe, beef and pork frikadeller with creamy...


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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...


    Green Chicken Chili

    35 reviews

    This green chicken chili recipe is loaded with tender shredded chicken and hearty navy beans. The spice level can be...


    Overnight Oats with Yogurt

    9 reviews

    I tasted muesli on a trip to Switzerland, and when I came home, I made it my way. Keep things...


    Easy Pot Sticker Soup

    9 reviews

    This potsticker soup recipe is bursting with all kinds of flavor, and is easily versatile to fit your dietary needs.


    Coconut Curry Shrimp

    6 reviews

    This easy, flavorful coconut curry shrimp recipe comes together in under 30 minutes and cooks in a single pan.


    Shrimp and Grits Bake

    6 reviews

    This savory, comforting shrimp and grits bake requires a little oven time for the creamy grits and a quick saute...