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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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    Never-Fail Scalloped Potatoes

    137 reviews

    This rich, cheesy take on scalloped potatoes is deceptively simple to make. It comes together in just 25 minutes and...


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    Fried Sweet and Sour Chicken

    6 reviews

    Our fried sweet and sour chicken recipe features a from-scratch sauce that's a bit savory, very tangy and perfectly sweet....


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    Pizza Casserole

    70 reviews

    Baked pasta meets oven-ready pizza in our pizza casserole that provides a delicious dinner for tonight and an effortless freezer...


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    Tater Tot Hot Dish

    17 reviews

    For a comforting meal full of favorites, pile meat, vegetables, condensed soup and Tater Tots into a casserole pan. Bake...


    Potato Crust Quiche

    25 reviews

    Potato crust quiche pairs classic custardy quiche filling with a crispy, golden potato crust.


    Mexican Corn Chowder

    95 reviews

    Creamy, savory, cheesy and bold, Mexican corn chowder is a definite crowd-pleaser that will make a happy addition to your...


    Reindeer Chow

    7 reviews

    Rudolph and his pals will be dashing, dancing and prancing to gobble up this savory version of reindeer chow snack...


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    Bacon-Wrapped Smokies

    43 reviews

    These bacon-wrapped smokies are a delightful blend of savory and sweet and are a breeze to prepare. Perfect for a...

    Breaded Steaks

    2 reviews

    This homespun, stick-to-your-ribs steak supper was always a favorite with us kids. Mom coated tender steaks with lightly seasoned bread...


    The Best Creamy Potato Salad

    19 reviews

    Mayonnaise and sour cream are a superstar combination in this delicious creamy potato salad recipe. After boiling the cut potatoes,...


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    Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup

    110 reviews

    A batch of this creamy chicken noodle soup is our answer to soup season or flu season. The soup's satiating...


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    Sugar Cookies

    157 reviews

    Think sugar cookies are just for the holidays? Think again! Learn how to make sugar cookies from scratch that you...


    Caprese Skewers

    31 reviews

    Light, satisfying and healthful in one impossibly easy-to-make dish? Yes, please! Enjoy these Caprese skewers as an app, side dish—truly perfect...


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    Spinach Tortellini Soup

    39 reviews

    Spinach tortellini soup comes to the rescue when you're staring down dinnertime and haven't a clue what to make! This...


    Ham Biscuits

    3 reviews

    Ham biscuits are a genius way to use up leftover ham. Just add homemade buttery biscuits, and you've got a...


    Pasta with Prosciutto

    19 reviews

    This simple pasta with prosciutto is ideal for a weeknight dinner, meal-prep dish or centerpiece-worthy gathering. The nice...


    Mustard Dip for Pretzels

    16 reviews

    This four-ingredient dijon bacon mustard dip for pretzels takes just minutes to prepare. The combination of tangy, peppery and smoky...

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    Stuffed Bell Peppers

    6 reviews

    Savory, filling and easy to make, love it! Make this old-fashioned stuffed bell peppers recipe for the family tonight.


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    Peach Pudding

    115 reviews

    When peach season hits, look no further than this warm, comforting cobbler-style peach pudding. Get that vanilla ice cream ready!


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    Antipasto Skewers

    71 reviews

    Antipasto skewers—the finger-friendly Italian kabobs with marinated vegetables, cheeses and tortellini— are precisely what you need for your next gathering....


    Shrimp and Rice Casserole

    20 reviews

    With a creamy sauce, and lots of fresh mushrooms, pepper and onion, shrimp and rice casserole is a light-yet-cozy dinner.


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    Lemon Bundt Cake

    48 reviews

    When life gives you lemons, make a gorgeous lemon Bundt cake. We will show you how to make this citrusy...


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    Monkey Bread

    28 reviews

    Monkey bread is a soft, gooey pull-apart bread that's packed with cinnamon-sugar flavor. You can make this quick and easy...

    Plum Sauce

    10 reviews

    This summer, turn plums into a tangy and lightly spiced plum sauce. Then, come winter, you can use it as...


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    Ravioli Lasagna

    147 reviews

    Our four-ingredient ravioli lasagna is the perfect shortcut meal for when you're craving lasagna but don't have as much time...


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    Fresh Veggie Pizza

    9 reviews

    We love veggie pizza, period! But especially because fresh vegetables are 10x better when they're served on a crescent roll...


    Red Pepper Tapenade

    4 reviews

    This roasted red pepper tapenade combines sweet red peppers, almonds and basil into a delicious spread that's perfect for entertaining...


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    Lemon-Blueberry Pound Cake

    58 reviews

    Lovely, lemony pound cake studded with blueberries is a stunning bake that's actually a snap to make. The velvety cake...


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    Homemade Potato Chips

    13 reviews

    Once you've fried your own homemade potato chips, there's no going back to store-bought bags. Golden brown and crunchy, they're...