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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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    Candy Apples

    1 review

    Welcome fall by whipping up this simple, classic candy apple recipe.


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    Blueberry Lemon Muffins

    77 reviews

    Our blueberry lemon muffins, with pops of juicy blueberries and a bright zip of citrus, are for lovers of treats...


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    Cherry Jam

    25 reviews

    Turn your crop of tart cherries into a homemade cherry jam recipe. Four ingredients and canning tools are all you...


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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...


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    Crab Puffs

    15 reviews

    These party-worthy crab puffs require little effort, even with the easy homemade pastry. The savory, creamy filling makes them utterly...


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    Bourbon Bacon Jam

    8 reviews

    This bourbon bacon jam showcases an irresistible blend of smoky, sweet and rich flavors. It’s a versatile condiment you can...


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    Vol-au-Vent

    3 reviews

    This creamy chicken vol-au-vent recipe is an easy yet impressive puff pastry appetizer. Thanks to some simple shortcuts, you'll get...


    Turkey Sliders

    3 reviews

    We love how easy these no-bake turkey sliders are to throw together for a party or an easy (and fun!)...

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    Crusty Bread

    82 reviews

    This easy crusty bread recipe proves that you absolutely can make a bakery-quality loaf at home—no kneading required. Once you've mastered...


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    Mac and Cheese Bites

    21 reviews

    Our mac and cheese bites are everything you love about your favorite mac and cheese recipe in a hand-held, bite-sized...


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    Homemade Hot Sauce

    Make your own hot sauce at home with this spicy recipe. Habanero and serrano peppers provide bold heat that's balanced...


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    Potato Kugel

    3 reviews

    Crisp and golden on the outside and creamy on the inside, potato kugel is the Jewish casserole you'll want to...


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    Broccoli Casserole

    81 reviews

    This classic cheesy broccoli casserole recipe is a timeless family favorite. It requires only five ingredients and 15 minutes of...


    Microwave Lasagna

    2 reviews

    Microwave lasagna may just surprise you! With layers of traditional meat sauce, creamy cheese filling and ooey-gooey mozzarella, this quick...


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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...


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    Red Potato Casserole

    28 reviews

    This red potato casserole is potluck perfection, with mashed red potatoes smothered with all your favorite baked potato toppings. It...


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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...


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    Spicy Shrimp with Rice

    8 reviews

    This spicy shrimp with rice recipe is a great example of easy cooking. Tomatoes, peppers, onion, seasonings and a dash...


    Strawberry-Rhubarb Muffins

    16 reviews

    Strawberry-rhubarb muffins might just be our favorite baked treat to celebrate the sweet-tart flavors of the late spring and summer...


    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...