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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 Delight

    34 reviews

    Looking for an easy, decadent dessert? Reach for this effortless chocolate delight recipe. The fridge does all the hard work!


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    Pumpkin Tiramisu

    1 review

    Put a twist on a classic dessert just in time for fall. Learn how to make pumpkin tiramisu filled with...


    Glazed Meat Loaf

    23 reviews

    This glazed meat loaf is perfectly moist thanks to the addition of a couple secret ingredients. The sweet-and-tangy brown sugar...


    Shrimp-Stuffed Chicken Breast

    Say goodbye to boring chicken. This shrimp-stuffed chicken breast recipe is packed with creamy, zesty shrimp, and is an elegant...


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    Turkey Cutlets with Pan Gravy

    15 reviews

    These turkey cutlets are full of flavor and very easy to cook. If you've never made gravy before, this is...


    Tomato Florentine Soup

    1 review

    This tomato Florentine soup is packed with fresh tomatoes, spinach and loads of vitamin C. It's incredibly easy to make,...


    Rocky Road Ice Cream

    2 reviews

    This homemade rocky road is studded with chocolate chips, nuts and mini marshmallows. It's easy to make, and hard to...


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    Caramel Rolls

    22 reviews

    Caramel rolls, a midwestern favorite, are sweet yeasted rolls that lie somewhere between sticky buns and cinnamon rolls. Our recipe...

    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.


    White Bean Salad

    7 reviews

    White bean salad is nutritious, light, and tasty, making it a great spring or summer dish.


    Shrimp Egg Drop Soup

    7 reviews

    Shrimp egg drop soup has the delicate flavor and silky texture of the restaurant staple, with tender shrimp and soft...


    Oatmeal Cherry Cookies

    11 reviews

    These oatmeal cherry cookies will become your new favorite thanks to their chewy texture and the pops of cherry and...


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    White Bean and Sausage Soup

    19 reviews

    White bean and sausage soup blends Mediterranean flavors, creamy beans, veggies and fresh herbs for an Italian-style bowl that's nutritious,...


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    Nacho Dip

    18 reviews

    This slow-cooker nacho dip recipe is simple to prep but delivers huge flavor. The basic recipe features creamy cheese, chunky...


    Mini Pizza Bites

    9 reviews

    Bite-sized, cheesy and loaded with classic pizza toppings, these mini pizza bites are an easy-to-make crowd-pleaser.


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    Apple Turnovers

    16 reviews

    Apple turnovers are the sweetest (not to mention the easiest) way to enjoy the flavors of an apple pie without...


    Cabbage Stew

    19 reviews

    Chock-full of ground turkey, cabbage, carrots and tomatoes, this turkey cabbage soup delivers delicious down-home comfort on cool days.

    Peppermint Brownies

    7 reviews

    Our peppermint brownies topped with a shiny chocolate glaze are a festive Christmas dessert that’s easy to pull off.


    Caramel Corn

    34 reviews

    Learning how to make a caramel corn recipe is surprisingly easy! Follow our step-by-step guide for perfect kernels.


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    Steak Stir-Fry

    30 reviews

    Loaded with crisp veggies and tender strips of garlic-ginger sirloin, steak stir-fry is an easy 30-minute dinner to take the...


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    Blueberry Kuchen

    46 reviews

    Our blueberry kuchen recipe will let your sweet summer berries shine!


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    Seafood Gumbo

    16 reviews

    The key to a successful seafood gumbo is threefold: a dark roux, the Cajun "holy trinity" and fresh seafood. You...


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    Cheeseburger Soup

    726 reviews

    Find out why this easy cheeseburger soup recipe is one of the top-rated recipes on our site!

    Lasagna Roll-Ups

    17 reviews

    Lasagna roll-ups are a quick way to the cheesy, meaty flavors of lasagna you love. Individually rolled, the mini lasagnas...


    Steak Soup

    7 reviews

    This fuss-free steak soup recipe needs just 20 minutes of prep time to make a delicious, nutrient-dense meal. You'll also...


    Carrot Casserole

    6 reviews

    Carrot casserole combines sweet carrots, browned onions, a creamy sauce and a crunchy topping. Made with just a few ingredients,...


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    Pork Chops and Scalloped Potatoes

    158 reviews

    This hearty and filling casserole of pork chops and scalloped potatoes with onions is a whole meal in one dish.


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    Cowboy Cookies

    75 reviews

    Cowboy cookies are packed with hearty mix-ins: chocolate chips, oats, pecans and shredded coconut. Our cowboy cookie recipe also includes...


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    Cake Mix Bars

    23 reviews

    These easy cake mix bars are festive, fast and flavorful, and they make the perfect dessert for a crowd. Take...