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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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    Santa Pancakes

    7 reviews

    These holly jolly Santa pancakes with cherry pie filling, bananas and chocolate chips will make your children's Christmas morning merry...


    Pepperoni Rolls

    19 reviews

    Whip up a batch of cheesy pepperoni rolls in just 20 minutes with our fool-proof recipe. Featuring flaky crescent rolls...


    Shredded Potato Salad

    5 reviews

    Shredded potato salad is every bit as delicious as classic potato salad but with a twist—the potatoes are shredded instead...


    Mint Jelly

    3 reviews

    This mint jelly recipe is an excellent introduction to canning. With some fresh mint, sugar, lemon juice and pectin, you'll...


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    Dill Pickle Potato Salad

    26 reviews

    This dill pickle potato salad uses pickle juice instead of vinegar to add a tangy, zippy flavor to the creamy...


    Pineapple Cheesecake

    7 reviews

    This no-bake pineapple cheesecake recipe is so simple, with a filling of cream cheese, sugar, pineapple and Cool Whip. It's...


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    Sheet-Pan Chipotle Lime Shrimp Bake

    15 reviews

    Our sheet-pan chipotle lime shrimp bake tastes as delicious as it sounds. The pronounced lime flavor and dash of spicy...


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    Best Bread Pudding

    18 reviews

    Want to make the best bread pudding recipe for your friends and family? Ours is easy, decadent and filled with...

    Tuna Lasagna

    4 reviews

    Combine canned tuna with noodles, cottage cheese and sliced mozzarella to make a tidy tuna lasagna. Think of it as...


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    Shrimp and Broccoli Alfredo

    62 reviews

    This version of shrimp and broccoli Alfredo is a comforting twist on a beloved dish. It is rich, satisfying and...


    Sourdough English Muffins

    4 reviews

    Forget about toast! Sourdough English muffins are so easy to make at home that you'll be eating them every morning....


    Rosemary Garlic Shrimp

    2 reviews

    Packed with bold flavors, a rosemary garlic shrimp saute comes together quickly in a single pan and makes enough for...


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    Fried Chicken

    122 reviews

    This crispy fried chicken recipe uses a batter instead of a flour coating. That helps the flour adhere to the...


    Stuffed Peppers with Cheese

    25 reviews

    Stuffed peppers with cheese is a filling, tasty dish that's packed with essential nutrients for a hearty, healthy, all-in-one meal...


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    Chicken Divan Casserole

    32 reviews

    Chicken Divan casserole has been around for generations, and for good reason: It's delicious! Made famous by the Divan Parisien...


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    Strawberry Rhubarb Coffee Cake

    20 reviews

    Our strawberry rhubarb coffee cake is a slice of spring. Serve it at room temperature with a cup of coffee...


    An Easy Guide to Beets and Why You’ll Want to Eat Them

    Learn how to cook beets (or beetroot) and you'll reap a wealth of health benefits that may surprise you.

    How to Make Beef Jerky, 3 Ways

    Whether you prefer to use the oven, smoker or dehydrator, we show you how to make beef jerky that's flavorful,...


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    5 Types of Buttercream Frosting to Top Your Cake

    Need to frost a cake? Discover five types of buttercream frosting to find the best fit for your cake.


    How to Make a Christmas Ham

    This year, go ham for the holidays with the only recipe you'll ever need.



    What’s the Best Potato for the Job?

    Potato salad not turning out like Mom's? Au gratin a mushy mess? You might be using the wrong spud....


    Sugar Cookies, Butter Cookies and Shortbread…What’s the Difference?

    Sugar, butter and flour are the ultimate cookie-baking staples. Find out how to turn them into three classic and distinctly...

    How to Write an Original Recipe, According to An Expert

    Turns out, you're just a few tweaks away from creating the cookbook of your dreams.


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    How to Measure Flour Correctly

    Baking is a science! Too much or too little flour can totally alter a recipe. Our Test Kitchen shows you...


    How to Turn (Just About) Any Recipe Into a Slow Cooker One

    Great news! Did you know you can turn most dishes into slow cooker recipes? With these super simple tweaks,...


    How to Make Frozen Yogurt as Good as a Froyo Shop Right at Home

    Looking for a sweet treat that's a bit better for you? Our Test Kitchen shows you how to make frozen...


    7 Ways to Make Creamy Soup Without Using Cream

    Contributor Rosie Mayes shares her secrets to making extra creamy soup—no cream included!


    How to Separate an Egg: 3 Super Easy Ways

    Making a key lime pie? A mousse? Angel food cake? You'll need to learn how to separate egg whites from...