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Learn how to cook with step-by-step guides from the Taste of Home Test Kitchen. Our experts will walk you through the techniques you need to master must-try dishes and desserts.

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    Quick and Easy Bread Bowls

    14 reviews

    Impress all your friends by serving cream soups or dips with this bread bowl recipes. It's one of the most...


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    Sue’s Chocolate Zucchini Cake

    39 reviews

    Our family absolutely loves zucchini, especially when we grow it ourselves. We’ve found many ways to use it, including this...


    Thai Curry Soup

    4 reviews

    My go-to Thai restaurant inspired this curry soup. Shiitake mushrooms are my favorite, but any fresh mushroom will work. Fresh...


    Pork Pancit

    8 reviews

    A dear Filipino friend gave me a pork pancit recipe so tempting, we never have leftovers. Try it with meats...


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    Banana Pudding Cups

    11 reviews

    Creamy and rich, this homemade banana pudding recipe is so easy. Layer it in a trifle bowl for a pretty...


    Butterscotch Pudding

    12 reviews

    Homemade pudding reminds me of my grandma and how she turned milk and eggs into creamy textures before my eyes....


    Tomato Tortellini Soup

    101 reviews

    No one will guess that you cheated by using canned tomato soup. This lovely soup tastes homemade all the way!...


    Ribeye Roast

    4 reviews

    This is a very special and savory way to prepare a boneless beef rib roast. Gravy made from the drippings...

    Southern Okra

    3 reviews

    This recipe dates back generations in my family. I enjoy it so much because I can use the fresh vegetables...


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    Rhubarb Crumble

    10 reviews

    To tell you the truth, I'm not sure how well my strawberry rhubarb crumble keeps—we usually eat it all in...


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    Pigs in a Blanket

    12 reviews

    These baked hot dog sandwiches appeal to kids of all ages. Even my husband, Allan, admits to enjoying every bite!...


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    Chicken Nuggets

    3 reviews

    I like to make these golden chicken nuggets because they’re so quick and easy. My whole family loves them. The...


    Chewy Gingerbread Cookies

    12 reviews

    These moist, delicious ginger cookies have an old-fashioned appeal that'll take you back to Grandma's kitchen. I'm never surprised when...


    California Spaghetti Salad

    35 reviews

    As far as cold pasta salad recipes go, this is one of the best. Not only does it travel...


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    Crescent Roll Taco Bake

    23 reviews

    A friend shared the recipe with me, and I've prepared it monthly ever since. The crust is made from refrigerated...


    Pumpkin Cornbread

    2 reviews

    This has become a regular fall item at our house. It has a subtle pumpkin flavor with hints of cinnamon,...


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    Soy Marinated Flank Steak

    1 review

    This soy-marinated flank steak is my son's favorite. I usually slice it thinly and serve it with twice-baked potatoes and...

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    Potato Chowder

    55 reviews

    One of the ladies in our church quilting group brought this savory potato soup to a meeting, and everyone loved...


    Potato Souffle

    1 review

    Everyday mashed potatoes become appealingly elegant in Kathy Kittell's extra-cheesy souffle. "This casserole bakes up fluffy and golden-and makes a...


    Basil Vinaigrette

    1 review

    A splash of this delicate dressing lets the goodness of fresh spring greens shine through. It's also excellent drizzled over...


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    Meat Loaf Muffins

    14 reviews

    Serve these tangy meat loaf muffins for dinner or slice them up for a take-along sandwich lunch. They're just as...


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    Cinnamon Swirl Bread

    30 reviews

    Your family will be impressed with the soft texture and appealing swirls of cinnamon in these buttery breakfast loaves. —Diane...


    Gingerbread Pancakes

    4 reviews

    Christmas breakfast is extra festive when these fragrant spiced pancakes are on the menu. We've even made them in the...

    Pumpkin Custard

    13 reviews

    This easy Thanksgiving dessert is a refreshing departure from pumpkin pie, but it has the same good old-fashioned...


    Sweet Potatoes au Gratin

    13 reviews

    This rich, sweet potato casserole couldn't be any easier to make—or more delicious to eat! —Patti Kirchhoff, Lake Geneva, Wisconsin


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    Long Island Iced Tea

    2 reviews

    It's easy to customize Long Island iced tea ingredients to suit your tastes. For instance, try adjusting the tequila. If...


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    Basic White Sauce

    28 reviews

    For years, I've used this smooth white sauce for pasta to make many dishes. The recipe can easily be doubled...


    Turkey Rice Casserole

    7 reviews

    The recipe for this creamy and comforting casserole came from my aunt as a way to use leftover turkey. I...


    Taco Pasta Casserole

    29 reviews

    My preschooler doesn’t eat ground beef unless it’s taco flavored, so I came up with this casserole we all like....