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    Test Kitchen Recipes

    Welcome to the heart of Taste of Home. Get our favorite Test Kitchen recipes, cooking tips and product recommendations—all straight from the pros.

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    The Best Countertop Microwave for Your Family, According to Kitchen Pros

    Need to upgrade your microwave? Our Test Kitchen tested the most popular models to find the best countertop microwave options for your kitchen.

    How to Make Paper Bag Popcorn, Step by Step

    Making paper bag popcorn in the microwave is one of the easiest ways to make...

    This Is How to Make Perfect Microwave Mashed Potatoes

    Looking for the perfect side dish? These microwave mashed potatoes are a quick and easy...

    Vegetable Potpie

    We raised our daughters as vegetarians. I wanted to give them more options than just...

    Chocolate Pecan Fudge

    Even though fudge is a classic at Christmastime, people are excited for this chocolate pecan...

    Mushroom & Bacon Spaghetti Squash Bowl

    This spaghetti squash bowl has a light cream sauce, along with fresh sage and crispy...

    Butternut Squash Burrito Bowl

    This butternut squash burrito bowl is an easy-to-prep dinner that combines fresh ingredients with wholesome...

    Can You Really Make Sweetened Condensed Milk in the Microwave?

    Milk. Sugar. Microwave. Is it possible that these three simple items are all you need...

    No-Bake Peanut Butter Energy Bars

    These peanut butter energy bars are made with natural ingredients, and there's no baking required!...

    Easy Puppy Chow

    This easy puppy chow recipe uses a whole package of cereal, so there's less messy...

    Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Snack Mix

    I love chocolate-covered strawberries, but that's a treat you want to make only on special...

    We Tried 10 Brands of Microwave Popcorn. These Are the 4 You Should Buy.

    You've got your movie queued up, you're in your comfy clothes—all that's left is picking...

    9 Microwave Problems You’ll Regret Ignoring

    Unless you want to damage your microwave beyond repair or start a fire in your...

    Peanut Butter Cookie In A Mug

    This peanut butter cookie in a mug is perfect for when you have a sweet...

    Chocolate Peanut Butter Mug Cake

    I've tried different variations of these cakes for my family and this chocolate peanut butter...

    Why Professional Chefs Never Touch the Defrost Button on Microwaves

    The microwave does have its limits.

    Apple Pie Snack Mix

    ????I love homemade apple pie, but I needed a simple sweet treat for my boys...

    Red, White and Blue Crunch Mix

    My colorful snack mix makes a festive treat for a large group or potluck or...

    Spaghetti Squash & Black Bean Tacos

    Who knew that spaghetti squash could be so amazing stuffed inside tacos? This unique recipe...

    Omaha Steaks’ New Microwave Meals Are Insanely Delicious

    The mail-order steak company's new offerings are perfect for the nights you just can't cook...

    Vegan Cream of Mushroom Soup

    I love mushrooms and am learning how to make heartier dishes out of my old...

    Here Are 16 Ways Your Microwave Can Help You Cook

    Think your microwave is only good for heating frozen dinners? Use these microwave hacks to...

    Chicken Satay Noodles

    This recipe is so quick and easy. It was given to me by a friend...