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    47 Healthy 13×9 Dinners to Make Tonight

    Your 13x9 pan helps dinner come together easily. And, since these meals are all healthy (or lightened up a lot),...


    10 Genius Products That Make Microwave Cooking Feel Gourmet

    With the right microwave cookware, you can enjoy the convenience of quick cooking without sacrificing gourmet flavor.


    16 Cool Kitchen Gadgets That Make Cooking So Much Better

    These cool kitchen gadgets cut down on prep, save space and make time spent in the kitchen feel so much...


    11 Instant Pot Secrets You Won’t Find in the Owner’s Manual

    That's right! We asked Taste of Home Community Cooks who love their Instant Pots to share their best tips from...


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    34 Skinny Slow Cooker Recipes You’ll Love This Summer

    This summer, keep your commitment to eating healthy. Set up your slow cooker before heading outside, then come home to...


    Fried Potato Salad

    3 reviews

    This recipe began with leftover fried potatoes I had on hand. We liked it so much that now I fry...


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    Key Lime Cream Pie

    31 reviews

    I am very proud of this luscious no-bake beauty. It's so cool and refreshing—perfect for any summer potluck or get-together....


    Thai Salad with Cilantro Lime Dressing

    3 reviews

    I created this salad to replicate one I tried on a cruise several years ago. It goes over very well...

    Chorizo and Chickpea Soup

    3 reviews

    Chorizo sausage adds its own spice to the broth of this soup, creating delicious flavor with no need for more...


    Overnight Peach Oatmeal

    3 reviews

    Hearty oatmeal combined with bright, sweet peaches make this slow-cooker recipe a perfect breakfast or brunch. This is an excellent...


    Peach Cobbler Cookies

    20 reviews

    My sister brought me fresh peaches one year, and we decided to make these fruity cookies. They also make fantastic...


    Shredded Chicken Tostadas

    1 review

    These flavorful tostadas are super easy and family-friendly. You won't believe how tender and juicy the chicken comes out. Just...


    Skewered Ginger Shrimp with Plums

    Sweet, simple and sensational, these shrimp skewers boast loads of flavor with just four ingredients. Throw them on the grill...


    Lime and Garlic Grilled Pork Chops

    1 review

    These juicy chops are a sizzling good reason for the summer grill. The pork is so tender and with a...


    Bacon Breakfast Casserole

    7 reviews

    This easy breakfast dish allows me to make a comforting family favorite that doesn't take a lot of prep. It's...


    Caribbean Island Coleslaw

    7 reviews

    After trying a similar version of this coleslaw while visiting the island of St. Kitts, I returned home and wanted...


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    Berry Brownie Pizza

    1 review

    How could you not love pizza for dessert? A fudgy brownie base is layered with a whipped topping sauce, then...

    Hawaiian Pulled Pork Lettuce Wraps

    2 reviews

    We love this easy slow-cooker recipe on Sunday afternoons. It's equally comforting and light for lunch or dinner. We serve...


    Chipotle Sweet Potato Salad

    6 reviews

    I love the velvety taste and texture of sweet potatoes. A friend served sweet potatoes cooked with peppers, and they...


    Fried Ice Cream Dessert Bars

    19 reviews

    Fried ice cream is such a delicious treat, but it can be a hassle to make individual servings. This recipe...


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    Grilled Chicken Ranch Burgers

    13 reviews

    This is one of the most fantastic, flavorful burgers I've ever made. Ranch is a favorite in dips and dressings,...


    Banh Mi Skewers

    I love banh mi sandwiches but wanted to make them a little easier to serve for a party. These skewers...


    Summertime Watermelon Punch for a Crowd

    I attended a patio party years ago where the hostess had a clever watermelon “bowl” with a scalloped edge and...

    Flat Iron Steak Salad

    1 review

    My steak salad with avocado and radishes is a big plate of summer deliciousness. I sometimes add dried cranberries and...


    Apricot Fluff

    15 reviews

    When we were young mothers, I asked my best friend if she had a recipe for an easy ambrosia salad...


    Slow-Cooker Strawberry Pudding Cake

    2 reviews

    I had these ingredients in my pantry and thought I'd experiment. The flavors are just like strawberry cheesecake—only in a...


    Watermelon Shrimp Salad

    2 reviews

    Sweet, spicy and easy to make, this salad travels well in a cooler to picnics and summer gatherings. I love...


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    The Best Ice Cream Maker, According to Frozen Treat Fanatics

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


    Festive Meringue Christmas Trees

    4 reviews

    These meringues are eye-catching on the dessert table at a holiday party, and they taste heavenly! Look no further for...