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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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    Chicken Potpie Soup

    54 reviews

    My grandmother hand-wrote a cookbook. She included this amazing pie crust, and I added this delicious chicken potpie soup for...


    Roasted Red Pepper Soup

    14 reviews

    If you like cream of tomato soup, try making this roasted red pepper soup. Using jarred roasted red peppers makes...


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    Contest-Winning Easy Minestrone

    52 reviews

    This minestrone soup recipe is special to me because it’s one of the few dinners my entire family loves. And...


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    Slow-Cooker Mac and Cheese

    64 reviews

    This classic casserole is a rich and cheesy meatless main dish. I've never met anyone who didn't ask for a...


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    Easy Crab Cakes

    61 reviews

    Ready-to-go crabmeat makes these delicate patties easier than other crab cake recipes. You can also form the crab mixture into...


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    Bacon-Wrapped Water Chestnuts

    7 reviews

    Bacon-wrapped water chestnuts are an easy, delicious, make-ahead appetizer that will fly off the plate every time! Mild, crunchy water...


    Pork Meatballs

    8 reviews

    This pork meatballs recipe is one of my favorites. My mom used to make the moist, flavorful meatballs often, and...


    Sweet Potato Cheesecake

    Family and friends can't seem to get enough of this deliciously different cheesecake that combines my two favorite desserts—sweet potato...

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    Brownie Cookies

    41 reviews

    Take these deeply fudgy cookies to a party, and you're sure to make a friend. A little espresso powder in...


    German Meatballs

    24 reviews

    This is one of our favorite main dishes. Because we raise our own pork and beef, the meat we use...


    Bacon Grilled Cheese

    2 reviews

    Level up your grilled cheese with this bacon grilled cheese sandwich recipe. Featuring mustard, mayo, tomato, onion, and multiple types...


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    Boeuf Bourguignon

    14 reviews

    My mother-in-law shared this recipe with me about 25 years ago. Ever since then, it's been a go-to whenever I...


    Chocolate Pudding Cake

    1 review

    Whether you come to this chocolate pudding cake as a lava cake lover or a brownie fan, you’ll...


    Brownie Trifle

    117 reviews

    This rich, tempting, peanut butter brownie trifle feeds a crowd and features the ever-popular combination of chocolate and peanut butter....


    Hungarian Mushroom Soup

    6 reviews

    You'd think you were eating at a fine restaurant when you taste this cream soup. It's so delicious! —Sandy Vaughn,...


    Dutch Meatballs (Bitterballen)

    3 reviews

    I host an annual Christmas party for some friends, and one year, I made a dish from each person's background,...


    Mozzarella-Stuffed Meatballs

    13 reviews

    It’s fun to watch my friends eat these meatballs for the first time. They’re pleasantly surprised to find melted cheese...

    Black Bean Brownies

    31 reviews

    You’d never guess these rich, velvety chocolate treats contain a can of black beans. Who would have thought black bean...


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    Caramel Brownies

    48 reviews

    I love to cook. My family can't possibly eat all the sweets I whip up, so my co-workers are more...


    Zucchini Carrot Bread

    6 reviews

    When my husband was diagnosed with diabetes, many of the treats he enjoyed were off-limits. This moist, flavorful bread satisfies...


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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...


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    Bacon Cheddar Potato Skins

    33 reviews

    Wondering how to make potato skins taste great? Both crisp and hearty, this restaurant-quality snack is one that my family...


    38 Recipes You Won’t Believe Are Loaded With Veggies

    Eating your veggies just got so much more delicious. Guaranteed to please, these recipes are loaded with vegetable goodness.

    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 the Ultimate Chicken Parmesan Recipe

    Ready to give your classic chicken Parmesan recipe the ultimate upgrade? Follow these simple steps to take yours from dull...


    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.