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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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    Bacon Mac and Cheese

    20 reviews

    This bacon mac and cheese features a blend of jalapeños, scallions and four different cheeses. It’s creamy, comforting and hearty,...


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    Chicken Enchilada Casserole

    111 reviews

    Chicken enchilada casserole is melty, cheesy comfort in a pan. Made with rotisserie chicken and store-bought sauce, it's a weeknight...


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    Strawberry Poppy Seed Salad

    100 reviews

    Sweet, tangy and bursting with the fresh flavors of summer, this easy strawberry poppy seed salad is a gorgeous, versatile...


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    Tortellini Soup

    275 reviews

    This quick, easy rustic Italian tortellini soup recipe is flavorful and comforting. Italian sausage, spinach and tender cheese tortellini simmer...


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    Molasses Cookies

    119 reviews

    Learn how to make molasses cookies with our top-rated recipe and step-by-step tips from an expert baker.


    Butternut Squash Apple Soup

    6 reviews

    This creamy Butternut Squash and Apple Soup combines the natural sweetness of butternut squash with the tartness of apples, creating...


    Asian Beef Noodles

    63 reviews

    Sure to be a hit with the family, this Asian beef noodles dish is a perfect weeknight dinner. A couple...


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    Italian Pasta Salad

    48 reviews

    This Italian pasta salad recipe stands out with a homemade Italian dressing. The zesty, veggie-packed salad is always a hit...

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    Baked Butternut Squash

    9 reviews

    Keep reading for how to make the best baked butternut squash. It comes out tender and caramelized to perfection.


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    Oatmeal-Chocolate Chip Cookies

    25 reviews

    I love these oatmeal chocolate chip cookies. I made this recipe just before we showed our house. Not only did...


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    Mashed Red Potatoes

    60 reviews

    In this recipe for creamy garlic mashed red potatoes, you can leave the vegetable peeler in the drawer. Keeping the...


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    Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

    50 reviews

    The ultimate Sunday morning treat, homemade cinnamon rolls are sweet, buttery, gooey and glazed. Learn how to make this decadent...


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    Waffles

    13 reviews

    Whipping up our waffles recipe might be the most rewarding way to start a day. Dust off your waffle maker,...


    Creamy Corn Crab Soup

    7 reviews

    You'll find this corn and crab bisque loaded with a creamy base, lump crab meat and fresh corn.


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    Savory Party Bread

    79 reviews

    Party foods should wow, be finger-friendly and taste irresistible. This savory party bread recipe checks all the boxes.


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    Carrot Cake Sheet Cake

    20 reviews

    Our carrot cake sheet cake recipe puts everyone’s favorite cake on the table without the need to fuss over building...


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    Biscuits and Sausage Gravy

    90 reviews

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

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    Peanut Butter Fudge with Marshmallow Creme

    92 reviews

    With only five ingredients and 15 minutes of prep time, creamy peanut butter fudge with marshmallow creme is one of...


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    Brown Sugar Shortbread

    18 reviews

    Discover how brown sugar adds depth and caramel-like sweetness to this easy three-ingredient brown sugar shortbread recipe. Feel free to...


    Lemon Strawberry Trifle

    6 reviews

    This easy lemon strawberry trifle promises a delicious dessert without all the fuss so more time and effort can go...


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    Bubble Pizza

    21 reviews

    Tender biscuit pieces make a soft and bubbly crust. Add your favorite sauce, hearty ground beef and gooey cheese to...


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    Chocolate Pudding

    132 reviews

    Bring your favorite childhood lunchbox treat to life with this rich and decadent homemade chocolate pudding recipe.


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    Cornbread Casserole

    33 reviews

    Cornbread casserole has all the comfort of crumbly cornbread but is mixed with whole kernel corn, cream-style corn and butter...

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    Peanut Butter Cookies

    67 reviews

    We cream shortening instead of butter for this dough, resulting in an ultra-rich-tasting version of traditional peanut butter...


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    German Pancakes

    60 reviews

    Whip up a show-stopping centerpiece for your breakfast spread with our recipe for German pancakes.


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    Crown Roast of Pork

    9 reviews

    If you're looking for a recipe that will wow your dinner guests, this crown roast of pork recipe is exactly...


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    Easy Banana Muffins

    191 reviews

    Easy to make, easy to transport and easy to love, these easy banana muffins live up to their name. They're...


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    Butter Pecan Cake

    36 reviews

    This irresistible butter pecan cake features multiple layers, plenty of toasted buttery pecan crunch and a thick layer of buttercream...


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    Soft Pretzels

    11 reviews

    This beloved snack is a staple at German beer halls and breweries, but why make the trip when it's this...