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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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    Soda Cracker Pie

    4 reviews

    This vintage dessert combines crunchy saltine crackers, fluffy meringue and walnuts for a sweet-and-salty soda cracker pie that's surprisingly simple...


    Chicken Divan with Mayo

    14 reviews

    Creamy, cheesy sauce, tender chicken and frozen broccoli cook to bubbling perfection under a cap of crunchy bread crumbs in...


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    Banoffee Pie

    1 review

    Need a showstopper dessert that doesn't require baking the day away? This banoffee pie recipe is the answer.


    Morning Buns

    Our homemade morning buns are made traditionally with a from-scratch laminated dough, cinnamon-orange filling and sugary coating.


    Upside-Down Apple Bread

    The only thing more exciting than inverting our upside-down apple bread is savoring every cozy and warming cinnamon-apple bite.


    Copycat McDonald’s Snack Wrap

    This copycat McDonald's snack wrap recipe brings a taste of the golden arches to your kitchen.


    Frozen S’mores

    This cool twist on the campfire classic comes from the freezer! Easy-to-make frozen s'mores have layers of toasted marshmallows, ice...


    Homemade Garlic Knots

    Toss these homemade garlic knots in garlic butter and Parmesan cheese for a restaurant-style treat that's perfect for dipping.

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    Swedish Cardamom Buns (Kardemummabullar)

    The only difficult part of a Swedish cardamom buns recipe is practicing restraint and not eating them all in one...


    Chicken Tinga Tacos

    1 review

    Chicken tinga tacos are packed with saucy, spicy chicken. Top them with your favorite fresh herbs, Mexican cheeses and more.


    Magic Cake

    This popular magic cake has three distinct layers and requires only six ingredients to make. It disappears fast, too, just like...


    Cookies and Cream Cookies

    These bakery-style cookies and cream cookies bake up thick and chewy with crisp edges, melty chocolate pockets and bold Oreo...


    Raspberry Cookies

    These chewy raspberry cookies incorporate real fruit for a vibrant pop of flavor in every bite.


    Horchata Icebox Cake

    This no-bake horchata icebox cake has the perfectly creamy combination of cinnamon and vanilla, just as you'd find in a...


    Sgroppino

    The sgroppino is a lemony sipper made with sorbet, vodka and Prosecco. It's bright, boozy and bubbly—making it a perfect...


    M&M’s Brownies

    Chewy, fudgy and packed with colorful candy crunch, these M&M's brownies are the ultimate treat for any occasion.


    Grilled Stuffed Zucchini

    13 reviews

    Grilled stuffed zucchini is filled with a light and savory blend of sauteed vegetables, breadcrumbs, melty cheese and fresh mint.

    Brown Bag Apple Pie

    This retro brown bag apple pie features a flaky double crust and a spiced apple filling. Baking it in a...


    Aperol Spritz Cookies

    With notes of orange zest and an Aperol glaze, these Aperol spritz cookies are inspired by the popular summer cocktail.


    How to Make a Lattice Pie Crust

    Mastering the lattice pie crust will turn you into a pie-making pro. We'll show you how with step-by-step pictures and...


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    Beef Pot Pie

    3 reviews

    Save this beef pot pie recipe for chilly nights. The generously meaty filling will warm you right up.


    BLT Guacamole

    The savory flavors and crunch of a classic BLT sandwich are combined with creamy avocados to make tasty BLT guacamole.


    Cranberry Curd Tart

    This cranberry curd tart features a nutty pecan-oat crust filled with a vibrant cranberry-orange filling and sparkly sugared cranberries.

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    Firecracker Casserole

    100 reviews

    As its name implies, this Tex-Mex flavored firecracker casserole explodes with the spicy, savory flavors of the Southwest.


    Max Nutter Butters

    Craft no-bake Max Nutter Butters with pretzel horns, molded caramel ears and candy eyes. They're quick to assemble, playful to...


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    Copycat Uno Rattlesnake Pasta

    2 reviews

    Fans of Uno Pizzeria and Grill rejoice! This copycat Uno rattlesnake pasta recipe perfectly replicates the cheesy, creamy and spicy...


    Dubai Chocolate Rice Krispies Treats

    These Dubai chocolate Rice Krispies treats are the perfect combination of nutty, sweet, crunchy and chewy.


    Peach Cobbler Cheesecake

    Peach cobbler cheesecake is a statement at summer get-togethers. It’s a labor of love, so prep it a day before...


    Vegan Banana Muffins

    When you can’t get enough of banana bread, try these vegan banana muffins too. Go the extra-sweet way by adding...