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    Holy Moly Potato Soup

    4 reviews

    This is a turned-up version of a cheesy potato soup. We eat this often, especially on cold winter evenings, but...


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    The Best Cast Iron Scrubbers, According to Our Test Kitchen

    When your cast-iron pans need some heavy-duty cleaning, reach for one of these cast iron scrubbers to remove cooked-on food...


    Tomato Beef Barley Soup

    1 review

    When my children were young, I needed a soup that everyone would eat—something filling but also something delicious. My sons...


    Moussaka

    1 review

    Moussaka is traditionally made with lamb, but I often use ground beef instead. The recipe looks a bit daunting, but...


    Mom’s Molasses Ham and Beans

    This is a recipe my mom made frequently while I was growing up, but I tweaked it to include navy...


    Portobello Ropa Vieja

    I created this version of a Mexican favorite for my family using meaty portobello mushrooms to mimic meat. Serve with...


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    Moroccan Apricot Chicken

    17 reviews

    Chili sauce, apricots and Moroccan seasoning create an incredible sauce for slow-cooked chicken thighs. Traditional Moroccan apricot chicken typically includes...


    34 Super Bowl Recipes You Can Make in an Instant Pot

    Your Instant Pot is the real MVP! We'll show you how to make chili, apps and more game day pressure-cooker...

    Shrimp Pho

    My family always uses this shrimp pho recipe. I've added a few modern cooking techniques to build upon its already...


    Rosemary Beef Roast over Cheesy Polenta

    4 reviews

    I love beef roast in the slow cooker, and it's fun to pair it with something a little different from...


    Our Best Slow-Cooker Recipes for February

    Put your favorite appliance to work this February with our handy slow-cooker recipes. From chicken dinners to bread pudding, these...


    Festive Meringue Cookies

    Try these meringue cookies without cream of tartar! These festive treats sparkle not only during the holidays but also for...


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    10 Products That Can Clean Your Cast Iron—Fast!

    Your cast iron can last for over 100 years—if you treat it right. To help save your skillet, we've rounded...


    Spicy Cowboy Beans

    3 reviews

    These spicy cowboy beans are a perfect contribution to a potluck buffet any time of year. Instead of needing hours...


    Tomato Cobbler

    1 review

    I make this tomato cobbler recipe during the height of summer, when tomatoes are abundant and super flavorful. The topping...


    Tex-Mex Potato Salad

    1 review

    I created this Tex-Mex potato salad for one of my cooking classes, and it was a hit. It's perfect for...


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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...

    Hummus Pasta Salad

    Adding the dressing while the pasta is still warm allows the pasta to absorb some of the dressing. It's a...


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    Lemony Layer Bars

    One of my favorite cakes is a white chocolate cake with coconut lemon filling, dark chocolate frosting and almonds. This...


    Smoky Vegan Bacon

    2 reviews

    This vegan bacon recipe is a must for any meatless eater! You won't believe how similar it is to the...


    Watermelon Cupcakes

    1 review

    My granddaughter and I bake together each week. She was inspired by all of her mom's flavored syrups, so we...


    Gluten-Free Biscuits

    3 reviews

    Basic gluten-free biscuits are fantastic with brunch, dinner or even a bowl of soup for an easy lunch. This recipe...


    Frozen Ginger-Raspberry Margarita

    Raspberries and lime are a wonderful flavor combination, so I thought I'd combine them to make a raspberry margarita. This...

    No-Bake Chocolate Rice Krispie Bars

    2 reviews

    These chocolate Rice Krispies treats are crowd pleasers! The secret to making them soft and chewy is bringing the sugar...


    Frozen Sriracha-Mango Margarita

    The sweetness of the fruit helps offset the spiciness of the Sriracha, giving this mango margarita a unique and fun...


    Andes Mint Cookies

    1 review

    Transform your favorite candy into a baked treat! These Andes mint cookies are better than any after-dinner mint. —Taste of...


    Frozen Coconut Margarita

    Take your cocktail to the tropics with this coconut margarita. It's very refreshing! —James Schend, Dairy Freed


    Frozen Strawberry-Basil Margarita

    Fresh, fruity and oh, so cool, this strawberry-basil margarita may be the perfect summer cocktail. —James Schend,


    Frozen Blueberry-Mint Margarita

    1 review

    Refreshing and fruity, you need this frozen blueberry margarita in hand this summer. —James Schend, Dairy Freed