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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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    Pumpkin Bars

    152 reviews

    Pumpkin bars with cream cheese icing are a delicious (and surprisingly easy) festive fall treat. Flavorful, moist and oh, so...


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    Caramel Custard

    11 reviews

    Making caramel custard smooth and creamy depends mostly on easy-to-learn techniques. The ingredients themselves are simple kitchen staples.


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    Cranberry Muffins

    29 reviews

    This contest-winning recipe for cranberry muffins showcases fresh cranberries with warm spices and a bright hint of orange zest. Ready...


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    Pasties

    63 reviews

    Next time you need an easy, portable meal for a picnic or road trip, bake a batch of these handheld...


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    Apple Crisp

    172 reviews

    Every bite of this apple crisp has tart, tender apples and a cinnamon streusel topping. It smells like heaven when...


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    Zucchini Pizza Casserole

    347 reviews

    A hearty tomato-meat sauce, garden-fresh zucchini and oodles of cheese make this zucchini pizza casserole the ultimate family-friendly dinner recipe.


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    Stuffed Pepper Soup

    225 reviews

    Stuffed pepper soup is quicker and easier to make than regular stuffed peppers—yet it is just as delicious! If you...


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    Apple Butter

    67 reviews

    Homemade apple butter could not be easier to make—it just takes a little patience! The result is a sweet, aromatic...

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    Cheeseburger Soup

    727 reviews

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


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    3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies

    117 reviews

    Yes, you really can make amazing peanut butter cookies with just three ingredients; just follow this three-ingredient peanut butter cookie...


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    Strawberry Shortcake

    74 reviews

    Our strawberry shortcake is a classic recipe that can be ready by lunchtime. Use those farmers market strawberries for something...


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    Sour Cream Pound Cake

    142 reviews

    A classic sour cream pound cake should be your go-to choice for brunch, snacking, special occasions and more.


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    Chocolate Meringue Pie

    35 reviews

    Serve a slice of pure decadence with our chocolate meringue pie. A rich chocolate custard filling, flaky pie crust and...


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    Hoppin’ John

    14 reviews

    Serve up good food (and good luck) with hoppin' John, a southern staple made with beans and bacon.


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    Homemade Baked Beans

    7 reviews

    Our homemade baked beans recipe starts with dried navy beans that simmer in a sweet, savory and smoky sauce. It...


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    Country-Fried Steak

    18 reviews

    This country-fried steak recipe features tender cube steaks coated in a crispy flour-and-cornmeal breaded coating and smothered in a rich,...


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    Cabbage Rolls

    34 reviews

    Call them old-fashioned, but these stuffed cabbage rolls are just as cozy and comforting as they've always been. Once you've...

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    Ham and Lentil Soup

    15 reviews

    This ham and lentil soup recipe makes the ultimate comforting meal for chilly weather. It comes together in one pot...


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    Peanut Butter Brownies

    14 reviews

    When you can't decide between brownies or peanut butter bars, peanut butter brownies are the perfect compromise. A thick layer...


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    Pigs in a Blanket

    12 reviews

    Cue the music! Pigs in a blanket are the perfect party food or kid-friendly dinner.


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    Scottish Shortbread

    81 reviews

    This three-ingredient traditional Scottish shortbread recipe makes beautifully buttery, crumbly biscuits to elevate tea time.


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    Strawberry Jam

    2 reviews

    This step-by-step strawberry jam recipe takes away any of the mystery and confusion behind jam-making, leaving you with the most...


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    Pizza Sauce

    40 reviews

    This homemade pizza sauce recipe is easy to make! Feel free to double or triple the recipe, and freeze the...

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    Vanilla Pudding

    31 reviews

    This vanilla pudding recipe will have you permanently crossing instant pudding mix off your shopping list.


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    Rice Pudding

    94 reviews

    Rice pudding, which uses leftover rice, makes the sweetest comfort dessert. Here's how to make rice pudding just as Grandma...


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    Old-Fashioned Applesauce

    7 reviews

    Our applesauce recipe comes together quickly without fancy equipment or extra stir-ins. With only three ingredients, it's perfect just the...


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    Rhubarb Crisp

    89 reviews

    Make rhubarb crisp with strawberries in spring and apples in fall to enjoy a simple, year-round dessert.


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    Chicken Casserole

    35 reviews

    The ultimate comfort meal that is easy to throw together when you need something quick for a weeknight meal.


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    Banana Zucchini Bread

    89 reviews

    Zucchini is our secret weapon for baking perfectly tender, soft banana bread without altering its familiar comforting, sweet taste. Our...