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Learn how to put your favorite gear to work. We’ve got tips on how to make the most of your pressue cooker, Dutch oven, cast-iron skillet, air fryer and much more.

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    Italian Meatball Seasoning

    2 reviews

    Kathy Nieratko serves these meatballs with spaghetti sauce over pasta or in Italian rolls. "I also use the seasoning mix...


    Grilled Wild Turkey Breast

    "With only two ingredients, this is definitely the easiest recipe I have for cooking the wild turkey that my husband,...


    Chili Sauce Chicken

    21 reviews

    Chili sauce, garlic and basil add flavor to these moist chicken thighs. We enjoy the tender grilled chicken not just...


    Chicken Pepper Stir-Fry

    13 reviews

    I challenged myself one day to create a sweet and spicy stir-fry using only the ingredients I had on hand....


    Potato Chip Chicken Strips

    13 reviews

    This novel recipe is a fast and tasty change from fried chicken.—Sister Judith LaBrozzi, Canton, Ohio


    Seasoned Bread Crumbs

    3 reviews

    Our Test Kitchen came up with this good-for-you alternative to high-sodium packaged bread crumbs, using garlic powder and a handful...


    Cheddar Pan Rolls

    4 reviews

    Thanks to the cheesy dough, these rich cheddar rolls have a gorgeous golden color and fabulous flavor. —Esther Current, Kitchener,...


    Smoky Barbecue Sauce

    4 reviews

    My mother has been relying on this recipe for years. We especially enjoy it on a beef brisket. —Carla Holland,...

    Mushroom and Spinach Saute

    10 reviews

    Mushrooms and spinach make a super fast combination that’s perfect for two. And it’s easy to double or triple for...


    Black Bean Rice Burgers

    7 reviews

    A salsa and sour cream sauce helps dress up these hearty vegetarian burgers. "My fiance, who's a confirmed meat-and-potatoes man,...


    Summer Tea Sandwiches

    3 reviews

    These dainty finger sandwiches are perfect for casual picnics or luncheons. Tarragon-seasoned chicken complements cucumber and cantaloupe slices. —Taste of...


    Beef Brisket Chili

    3 reviews

    My son and I concocted this beef brisket chili for a chili cook-off at his work. He proudly came home...


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    Caramel-Pecan Cinnamon Rolls

    20 reviews

    These irresistible rolls are perfect as an Easter brunch idea! - Louis Jacobsen, Dallas, Wisconsin


    Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake

    75 reviews

    I said I’d take dessert to a holiday party so I tried this recipe. I’m sure you’ll agree it tastes...


    Marinated Teriyaki Pork Tenderloin

    2 reviews

    In Hanover, Massachusetts, Kristen Croke relies on a handful of ingredients for this moist and tender main course. "When there...


    Mushroom Potato Soup

    8 reviews

    A buttery mushroom flavor blends with potatoes, leeks and carrots to make this soup hearty and warming. A big steaming...


    Three-Meat Spaghetti Sauce

    7 reviews

    “I simmer this hearty sauce in large batches, freeze it and use it for spaghetti, lasagna, mostaccioli and pizza,” writes...

    Braised Herb Pork Chops

    13 reviews

    These herb-packed braised pork chops are perfect for entertaining because they come together quickly and bake for up to 2...


    Old-Fashioned Mincemeat Cookies

    1 review

    Shh! Don't reveal the secret ingredient in this tender, chewy, old-time cookie until after they take a taste. This recipe...


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    Best Banana Ice Cream

    24 reviews

    My son-in-law says this is the best banana ice cream he’s ever had. It’s always requested at family gatherings. —Donna...


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    Jamaican-Style Beef Stew

    17 reviews

    This delicious stew makes a hearty supper with a lighter touch. The leaner cut of meat, herbs and seasonings and...


    Christmas Eve Confetti Pasta

    26 reviews

    This easy Christmas dinner has become a holiday tradition in our home. All the prep is done before we attend...


    Chocolate Silk Pie

    54 reviews

    This creamy, quick chocolate pie not only melts in your mouth, it also melts any and all resistance to dessert!...

    Cream Cheese Pumpkin Pie

    27 reviews

    This creamy pumpkin pie is a little bit traditional and a little bit modern. But everyone will agree that it's...


    Breaded Pork Chops

    74 reviews

    These traditional pork chops have a wonderful home-cooked flavor like the ones Mom used to make. The breading makes them...


    Instant Potato Gnocchi

    8 reviews

    This tasty gnocchi is much easier than it looks and contains almost no saturated fat. “Just serve with your favorite...


    Broccoli-Pasta Side Dish

    16 reviews

    I love to fix new recipes for my husband, Robert, and our children. With garlic and cheese, this broccoli pasta...


    Barbecued Trout

    4 reviews

    This delicious recipe came from a friend her in Mountain Home. The sauce really gives the fish a wonderful flavor....


    Swedish Gingerbread Cookies

    5 reviews

    Making Swedish pepparkakor—or gingerbread cookies—is a holiday tradition in our family. I entered these at the Iowa State Fair and...