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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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    Quinoa Patties

    5 reviews

    Easy-to-make quinoa patties pack an amazing taste, and the crunch from quinoa makes the texture to die for. Pan-frying these...


    Roasted Vegetable Medley

    18 reviews

    Our roasted vegetable medley is a fantastic way to serve a veggie side dish. Broccoli, green beans and Brussels sprouts...


    Mac and Cheese with Cream Cheese

    95 reviews

    Yes, it's a recipe for mac and cheese with cream cheese. And regular cheese. And it's a dish that you're...


    Porterhouse Steak

    This basic but superlative porterhouse steak recipe will have you skipping the steakhouse dinner for home-cooked meals with this thick,...


    Corn Tortillas

    Nothing comes close to fresh, homemade corn tortillas. Follow our corn tortilla recipe with step-by-step photos, tips and tricks that...


    Tri-Tip Steak

    Break out this tri-tip steak recipe when you're looking to impress. We'll show you how to cook tri-tip steak using...


    Chinese Beef Noodle Soup

    1 review

    If you're looking for a comfort food dish the whole family will love, try this recipe for Chinese beef noodle...


    Gluten-Free Cream of Chicken Soup

    Gluten-free doesn't mean giving up on creamy comfort foods. This quick, homemade gluten-free cream of chicken soup is here to...

    Checkerboard Cookies

    Looking for a Christmas cookie recipe that's sure to impress? These checkerboard cookies are stunning and easier to make than...


    White Velvet Cake

    2 reviews

    This gorgeous white velvet cake has a soft, tender crumb. So what's the secret ingredient? Egg whites instead of whole...


    Rhubarb Compote

    With just three ingredients, you can make a sweet and tangy rhubarb compote. Use it as a swirl-in for yogurt,...


    Elderberry Jelly

    This simple elderberry jelly recipe captures the unique flavor and health benefits of these sought-after little berries.


    Chicken Salad Without Mayo

    Creamy and packed with fresh flavors, this wholesome chicken salad no-mayo recipe cuts back on calories and fat, but not...


    Grilled Okra

    Okra is most popular in the South, but it deserves a chance no matter where you live. Grilled okra is...


    Marry Me Chicken

    5 reviews

    This indulgent recipe for marry me chicken may just land you a proposal. The sauce is that good!


    Copycat Cheesecake Factory Chicken Madeira

    1 review

    With juicy chicken breasts, crisp asparagus and a rich mushroom wine sauce, it's no wonder why chicken Madeira is a...


    Thai Basil Chicken (Pad Krapow Gai)

    1 review

    Love Thai basil chicken? It's easy to recreate this Thai restaurant favorite at home. You'll need chicken thighs, a few...

    Copycat Chick-fil-A Sauce Recipe

    2 reviews

    This simple copycat Chick-fil-A sauce recipe calls for only four ingredients and tastes exactly like the chain's secret sauce.


    Copycat Little Debbie Cosmic Brownies

    Our copycat Little Debbie Cosmic Brownies taste just like everyone's favorite '90s snack cake.


    Slow-Cooker Chicken Potpie

    2 reviews

    Each bowl of this easy, flavorful slow-cooker chicken potpie is topped with a fluffy biscuit.


    Smothered Chicken

    2 reviews

    Who can resist a generous helping of smothered chicken? This is comfort food at its finest.


    Apple Cider Cocktail

    This apple cider cocktail is perfect for enjoying around a bonfire or while curled up with a good book and...


    Chaffles

    Your waffle maker is now a chaffle maker! Whip up egg and cheese waffles with this chaffle recipe whenever you...

    Kit Kat Cake

    Looking to create an impressive cake that's also incredibly easy to make? This Kit Kat cake is it!


    Pumpkin Cheesecake Cookies

    Ready to make the ultimate fall cookie? Our pumpkin cheesecake cookies are filled with pumpkin pie spice and real pumpkin...


    Habanero Salsa

    This fresh habanero salsa recipe beats out store-bought salsas and takes less than 10 minutes to make. Yes, the habanero...


    Matcha Cheesecake

    This stunning green matcha cheesecake is made by adding the powdered Japanese green tea into a classic, creamy cheesecake filling.


    Goat Cheese Cheesecake

    Goat cheese cheesecake, made with tangy goat cheese and honey, is a decadent variation of the classic dessert. It pairs...


    Apricot Chicken

    41 reviews

    This saucy, Chinese-inspired apricot chicken recipe tastes just like your favorite takeout order but comes together entirely in the microwave.