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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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    Peach Pecan Pie

    45 reviews

    If you love peaches and cream, this sweet peach pecan pie features peaches in a creamy custard filling with a...


    Tilapia Florentine

    18 reviews

    Tilapia Florentine is a speedy-yet-stylish weeknight meal, with lemony seasoned fillets baked under a cheesy spinach sauce.


    Deep-Dish Apple Pie

    41 reviews

    Where slab pies are for crust lovers, deep-dish pies are for fans of the filling. This deep-dish apple pie recipe...


    Zucchini Latkes

    12 reviews

    Less starchy than their potato-based cousins, zucchini latkes are a delicious but lighter alternative for Hanukkah, or any other time...


    Vegan Lentil Soup

    52 reviews

    You'll love this flavorful, warm and comforting vegan lentil soup recipe whether you follow a plant-based diet or not.


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    Mild Salsa Recipe for Canning

    39 reviews

    This mild salsa recipe for canning helps keep summer goodness stocked in the pantry year-round.


    Chicken Pesto Wraps

    1 review

    Chicken pesto wraps are a fast, fresh and flavorful meal featuring ground chicken tossed with zippy pesto and layered with...


    Dill Cucumbers

    11 reviews

    Whether you call them quick pickles or cucumber salad, dill cucumbers taste fresh and crisp, and take no time at...

    Sauerkraut Cake

    10 reviews

    We're going to go out on a limb and guess that you didn't expect your search for "ways to use...


    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...


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    How to Cut Basil, Thyme, Cilantro and Other Fresh Herbs

    Our herb gardens are overflowing. Now it's time to learn how to cut basil, cilantro, parsley and more so you...

    The Goof-Proof Way to Proof Yeast

    Bread beginner? We'll help you conquer the first step of basic breads and rolls and show you how to proof...


    How to Store Fresh Herbs the Right Way

    Wondering how to make your parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme stay fresh longer? Follow these easy tricks.


    How to Mince Garlic 6 Ways

    Just a spoonful of minced garlic adds lots of savory flavor to recipes. Learn how to mince garlic with a...


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    How to Keep Lettuce Fresh

    So long, sogginess! Learn how to keep lettuce fresh with these tips and tricks. They'll leave you with crisp, crunchy...


    How to Make Salsa as Good as a Mexican Restaurant

    We're all partial to the chips and salsa at our favorite Mexican joint. Learn how to make salsa at home...


    How to Tell When Butternut Squash Is Ripe

    Read on to learn how to pick a butternut squash for your fall recipes.