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    Strawberry Frosting

    Look no further for the ideal topping for vanilla cupcakes, a chocolate layer cake or even whoopie pies. This strawberry buttercream frosting recipe lets real strawberries' natural flavor and color shine, thanks to one clever trick. With just a bit of extra prep (it's worth it!), you'll have beautiful strawberry frosting ready to dress up your treats in no time. —Molly Allen, Hood River, Oregon

    This Is What an Air Fryer Really Does to Your Food

    Air fryer recipes are sweeping the nation, but what is an air fryer? Is it really worth your hard-earned cash?


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    30 Crockpot Dip Recipes for Your Next Party

    Start the party with one of these Crockpot dips. From bean dip to bacon beer dip, there's an easy slow-cooker...


    Amaretto

    Amaretto is a much loved almond-flavored Italian liqueur, perfect to have on hand in your home bar. But did you


    The Best Ice Cream Makers for Summer 2024 [Tested and Reviewed]

    Our Test Kitchen experts found the best ice cream maker for every kind of frozen treat fan.

    How to Store Green Onions

    They're one of the most versatile types of onions to have on hand, from adding flavor to recipes to serving...


    10 Best Fast-Food Iced Coffees, Ranked

    When the weather gets warmer, it's time for our coffee to get cooler. We set out to find the best...

    HexClad vs. Caraway: How Do These Viral Cookware Brands Compare?

    Sure, you've seen them both on social media. But we're here to settle the HexClad vs. Caraway cookware debate once...


    Baked Brie with Jam

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    Baked brie with jam is the perfect easy appetizer centerpiece at any dinner party. It dresses up a table yet


    Cheese Chicken Spaghetti

    While a bowl of spaghetti and meatballs is always enticing, sometimes you just want something a little different. Luckily, there


    Amish Chicken and Noodles

    When you hear “chicken and noodles,” you’re probably picturing a steaming pot of chicken noodle soup. However, Amish chicken and

    Cheeseburger Tater Tot Casserole

    Don’t you love ordering crispy Tater Tots to go alongside a juicy burger? This recipe for cheeseburger Tater Tot casserole


    Old-Fashioned Goulash

    This easy stovetop dinner will be a hit with the family after a day at school or work. —Taste of...


    Beer-Battered Fish

    Make your own fish fry at home using a classic beer batter. If you're not a drinker, non-alcoholic beer can...


    Cacio e Pepe

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    Cacio e pepe translates to “cheese and pepper.” It’s the grown-up version of buttered noodles. It tastes strikingly similar to


    Candied Cherries

    There’s nothing quite like a perfectly scooped ice cream sundae drizzled in chocolate sauce and bejeweled with candied cherries. The

    Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin

    Liven up your next slab of pork tenderloin with a rub and wrap of bacon for an entree that takes...


    Bacon-Wrapped Pork Chops

    These chops would make an easy weeknight main dish for families. Feel free to customize it with another sauce like...


    Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Breast

    These baked chicken breasts are both flavorful and moist. From prep to table is 45 minutes, making this a perfect...


    Bakewell Tart

    It’s time to queue the BBC adaptation of Pride and Prejudice, pour yourself a cuppa and fill your home with


    Bonuts

    If you asked us not too long ago, we’d tell you there’s nothing better than warm buttermilk biscuits on a


    Canadian Butter Tarts

    If you’ve never heard of butter tarts before, you’re missing out. These perfectly flaky treats are sure to be a


    Chicken Taquitos

    These crispy chicken taquitos can be baked or deep-fried. Serve them with your favorite dippers like sour cream, salsa or...


    Strawberry Banana Muffins

    These muffins combine the great moisture of bananas with the vibrant pops of fresh strawberries. Packed with flavor and wholesome...


    How to Store Fresh Basil So It Doesn’t Wilt

    Don't let one bit of this fresh, fragrant herb go to waste! Learn how to store fresh basil to make...

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    How to Freeze Tomatoes the Right Way

    Want to savor your summer harvest year-round? Learn how to freeze tomatoes, plus which recipes are best for cooking with...


    Spicy Margarita

    Add a pinch of heat to your favorite tequila cocktail with this spicy margarita. Muddled jalapeno and a rim of...


    We Tested 8 Models to Find the Best Food Processor for Every Kitchen

    Our Product Testing Team put eight food processors to work against cheese, vegetables, oil and other accoutrements. These are the...


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    Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

    I’m no cookie snob: I’ll buy a package of store-bought cookies and eat a whole sleeve of them in one


    Skinny Margaritas

    This skinny margarita has plenty of fresh flavors with fewer calories. The lighter version of this classic cocktail skips the...


    Peach Margarita

    Enjoy a sweet, refreshing cocktail with this fruit-infused margarita. Peaches are muddled to form a juice, while tequila brings the...