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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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    Cranberry Margarita

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    When you want the flavors of a margarita but it's snowing outside, whip up a cranberry margarita. It's everything you...


    Virgin Margarita

    You don't need store-bought limeade, zero-proof alcohol or any fancy ingredients to create this refreshing summer sipper. All you need...


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    Sour Cream Banana Bread

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    This sour cream banana bread has plenty of warm banana flavor, plus a slight tang from a half cup of...


    Brown Sugar Cookies

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    These brown sugar cookies are reminiscent of a classic sugar cookie’s soft and tender bite. But with the addition of...


    Tzatziki

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    This herby cucumber-yogurt sauce tastes great on everything. Use our tzatziki recipe as a dip for chips and vegetables, as...


    Baked Corned Beef

    If you've never baked corned beef, now's the time to try! Coating corned beef with Dijon mustard gives it a...


    Strawberry Ice Cream

    This strawberry ice cream is a summertime delight. It’s easy to make, too, since it doesn't have an egg-based custard....


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    Hawaiian Pizza

    If you're not a fan of fruit-topped pizzas, this recipe might change your mind! We make our Hawaiian pizza with...

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    Cannoli Dip

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    Cannoli dip comes together in just five minutes, using five traditional(ish) cannoli ingredients and your favorite scooping vessels. Save this...


    How to Freeze Blueberries

    Learn how to freeze blueberries for fresh-from-the-garden (or grocery store) goodness all year long.


    Cheese Pizza

    The best cheese pizza combines a chewy pizza crust with rich tomato sauce and ooey-gooey cheese. We cover all the...


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    Taco Dip

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    This easy taco dip recipe has a creamy base made with cream cheese, sour cream and taco seasoning. Dress it...


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    Strawberry Icebox Cake

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    Strawberry icebox cake is the remedy for a hot summer day. Enjoy this chilled no-bake dessert when it’s way too...


    How to Freeze Squash, Both Summer and Winter Varieties

    Enjoy your harvest year-round when you learn how to freeze squash. This guide shares different techniques to keep different types...


    Meat Loaf Sandwich

    This comforting meat loaf sandwich recipe is a great way to repurpose leftover meat loaf. With a fried egg and...


    Strawberry-Rhubarb Bars

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    Spring and summer bring flourishing rhubarb stalks and perky strawberries—sometimes more than you can handle! But that's not a problem;...


    Anniversary Chicken

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    Anniversary chicken feels fancy, but has only seven ingredients (most of which are likely already in your pantry) and takes...

    Strawberry Cobbler

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    Strawberry cobbler is an easy summertime dessert. Take it out of the oven right after dinner, scoop portions into bowls...


    Bacon-Wrapped Scallops

    Channel your inner professional chef by learning how to make bacon-wrapped scallops.


    Greek Lemon Chicken

    2 reviews

    Our Greek lemon chicken features bright, citrusy chicken with a kiss of grilled char. All it takes is 30 minutes...


    Roast Beef Sliders

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    These roast beef sliders on Hawaiian rolls combine tender roast beef with melty cheese, prepared horseradish and sauteed onions. Topping...


    Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

    5 reviews

    This brown butter chocolate chip cookies recipe, made with brown sugar and slowly simmered butter, is an amazing upgrade to...


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    Frozen Margaritas

    1 review

    Want to learn how to make frozen margaritas at home? Well, you're in the right place.

    Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies

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    Your search for the perfect gluten-free chocolate chip cookie recipe is over! Take a look at our easy how-to for...


    Crispy Chocolate Chip Cookies

    Move over, chewy cookies. We're showing you how to make the best crispy chocolate chip cookies—perfect for dunking in a...


    Oreo Pie Crust

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    Learn to make this Oreo pie crust recipe and you'll never buy store-bought again! Use the two-ingredient Oreo pie crust...


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    Quiche Recipe

    We've got the secret to making delicious quiche, every single time. This base quiche recipe will get you started, then...


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    Pesto Pizza

    Pesto pizza is a colorful (and delicious!) twist on a typical red-sauce pizza. Accentuate pesto's bright, bold flavors with a...


    Flatbread Pizza

    Short on time? Make flatbread pizza instead of traditional pizza. This recipe is quicker, easier and just as delicious.