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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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    Strawberry Delight

    3 reviews

    You need only a few ingredients to make this fun, retro strawberry delight dessert.


    Blackberry Crumble

    1 review

    When ingredients are in their prime, all you have to do is keep it simple. That’s why we pull up...


    Peach Blueberry Crisp

    In this peach blueberry crisp, aka the ultimate summer harvest dessert, fresh peaches and blueberries get dressed up with a...


    Lentil Burger

    These lentil burgers are easy to make ahead of time for those days when you want a vegetarian burger but...


    Chili Cheeseburgers

    Loaded with spicy, smoky, made-from-scratch chili, this recipe for chili cheeseburgers is one of the all-time greats.


    3-Ingredient No-Bake Cheesecake

    These mini 3-ingredient no-bake cheesecakes take only a few minutes of prep time and taste like a real New York...


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    Vanilla Ice Cream Recipe

    65 reviews

    Our vanilla ice cream recipe is perfect for those who have never made ice cream in their life, as well...


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    Dark ‘n Stormy

    1 review

    One of the great rum cocktails, the classic Dark 'n Stormy is a little sweet with plenty of gingery spice....

    Slow-Cooker Baby Back Ribs

    1 review

    The slow cooker does most of the heavy lifting in this slow-cooker baby back ribs recipe, cooking the ribs until...


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    Lychee Martini

    Lychee martini is a tropical tipple that exudes summer vibes. No need to go out searching for fresh lychees; a...


    Grilled Short Ribs

    Did you know you can grill boneless beef short ribs like a steak? Grilled short ribs have a fantastic texture...


    Chocolate Martini

    Leave the dessert spoons in the drawer and mix up this chocolate martini recipe. With its chocolate swirls and shavings,...


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    French Martini

    Raspberry liqueur, pineapple and vodka make for a sweet, fruit-forward French martini.


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    Pimm’s Cup

    This classic British drink should be on everyone's summer sip list. The sparkling, botanical Pimm's Cup is a staple at...


    Bee’s Knees Cocktail Recipe

    A blend of just a few simple and sweet ingredients, the bee's knees is an elegant summer evening cocktail.


    Mezcal Margarita

    If you've never tried a mezcal margarita, you'll want to give it a shot (pun intended)! This fun twist replaces...


    Gin Fizz

    Gin fizz is perfectly sweet, perfectly sour and absolutely refreshing. Shaking the cocktail with an egg white gives it a...

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    Peach Sangria

    This peach sangria recipe is the perfect large-batch cocktail to whip up for a summer evening, picnic or barbecue.


    Raspberry Crumble

    Raspberry crumble hits all the goals of the perfect summer dessert: It is not super rich, takes little effort to...


    Shrimp Mei Fun

    Our classic shrimp mei fun recipe tosses seared shrimp with rice vermicelli, tender vegetables and mushrooms.


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    Kung Pao Shrimp

    This well-known American Chinese dish most often appears on takeout menus, but it's possible to cook kung pao shrimp at...


    Virgin Mojito

    Cool down this summer with a refreshing virgin mojito. Here's how to make a virgin mojito that has all the...


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    Lemon Drop Shot Recipe

    Our lemon drop shot recipe transforms three ingredients into a sweet-tart party drink. We'll show you how to make a...

    Vegan Apple Crisp

    Make a vegan apple crisp with tart apples and a sweet, crumbly topping minus the dairy. This delightful recipe tastes...


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    Sugar Cookie Martini

    We’ve concocted a sugar cookie martini that tastes exactly like a fresh-out-the-oven, vanilla-scented Christmas sugar cookie. The glass is even...


    Peanut Butter Ice Cream

    Creamy peanut butter infuses a classic custard ice cream base to make this deeply nutty and rich peanut butter ice...


    Blueberry Zucchini Bread

    Blueberry zucchini bread blends the sweetness of blueberries with the earthy undertones of zucchini, creating a moist and flavorful loaf....


    Coconut Ice Cream Recipe

    This creamy coconut ice cream recipe is an almost effortless tropical treat—and it's naturally dairy-free and vegan.


    Pineapple Dump Cake

    Create a sweet and succulent pineapple dump cake with just a handful of ingredients and a few minutes of prep...