Christmas M&M’s Cookies
These M&M Christmas cookies make any cookie platter feel festive. Swap in pastel M&M's for Easter and orange and brown...
Chocolate-Stuffed Dreidel Cookies
These dreidel cookies are sure to spread some smiles this holiday season. Your friends and family will delight in the...
Easy Shrimp Tacos
I love preparing these easy shrimp tacos. Hatch chiles are a staple ingredient in my home state of Texas, and...
Sour Cream Sugar Cookie Cake
My husband requested a giant sugar cookie for his birthday. I wanted to do something a bit more exciting than...
Vegan Pumpkin Pie
Rich, creamy and wonderfully spiced for the holidays, this vegan pumpkin pie recipe is perfect for all your guests. —Justin...
Our Test Kitchen Found the Best Vanilla Extract Brands for Baking
Stop your search for the best vanilla extract! Our Test Kitchen found the vanillas worthy of using in your kitchen.
12 Secrets to Baking the Best Cutout Cookies
Whipping up bakery-perfect sugar cookies only requires two basic ingredients: a little love and a little baking know-how.
How to Make Meringue for the Airiest Desserts
From topping mile-high pies to making delicate bite-sized cookies, meringue is incredibly versatile once you get the hang of making...
This Nesselrode Pie Recipe Will Take You Back to the 1940s
Here's how to make Nesselrode pie, an old-fashioned creamy dessert with chestnut custard and rum-soaked candied fruit.
16 Recipes That Start with a Box of White Cake Mix
You don't need to start from scratch to make a delicious dessert. Grab a box of white cake mix and...
How to Roast Vegetables in the Oven (Recipe Included)
High heat plus fresh vegetables equals a flavorful, crispy and healthy addition to any meal. Here's how to roast vegetables...
Pumpkin Crumble
I created this tasty pumpkin crumble dessert on a rainy fall afternoon while my son was taking a nap. It...
Baby Shark Cake
It doesn't take much to add a fun theme to a birthday party. This delightfully decorated baby shark cake, plus...
How to Grill Burgers Like a Pro
Wondering how to grill burgers so they turn out full-flavored and juicy? We'll tell you how.
Pumpkin Snack Cake
The crunchy, sweet topping makes this simple pumpkin snack cake taste extra special. If you prefer a sweeter cake, omit...
Copycat Starbucks Pumpkin Bread
Skip the line and bake Starbucks's pumpkin bread in your own kitchen. This copycat recipe is better than the original!...
Weights for Your Favorite Baking Ingredients
An easy way to better your baking: measure correctly! Measure these common baking ingredients by weight (not volume!) for better...
Can You Freeze Cooked Rice? Yes, Here’s How
Can you freeze cooked rice? Before you get out your freezer-safe containers, here are a few safety tips to keep...
The Best Apples for Baking, Cooking and Eating
With so many apple varieties, it can be hard to know which ones to pick! Here's your guide to the...
Gluten-Free Sweet Potato Muffins
I have a family member with special dietary needs, so I came up with these gluten-free sweet potato muffins that...
How to Make a Classic Pie Crust
The best pies start with the best crusts. Learn how to make pie crust from scratch using these step-by-step instructions.
Is Your Freezer Set to the Right Temperature?
Love to store make-ahead meals in your freezer? Be sure that your food stays fresh by finding the right average...
Our Ultimate Guide to Freezing Food
Whether you're a make-ahead meal planner or can't stand to see leftovers go to waste, these tips for freezing food...
Watermelon Salad with Cinnamon Pretzel Crunch
This is such a wonderful side dish to enjoy during a hot summer, especially here in Texas. My family loves...
Cumin-Spiced Lentil Burgers
I adapted my Turkish daughter-in-law’s traditional recipe for lentil logs—typically wrapped in a lettuce leaf and served with a lemon...
How to Prevent Freezer Burn
Learn how to stop freezer burn in its tracks.
How to Cook the Best Pan-Fried Burgers on the Stove
These pan-fried burgers might be the best you've ever had. Who needs a grill when you have a stovetop?
Benne Seed Wafers
Crisp, chewy, nutty and caramelized benne wafers (aka sesame seed cookies) are perfect for your holiday or Kwanzaa celebrations. For...
What Is a Danish Dough Whisk?
Have you seen this loopy tool before? We gave a Danish dough whisk a try. Find out if it's worth...