How to Cook

Learn how to cook with step-by-step guides from the Taste of Home Test Kitchen. Our experts will walk you through the techniques you need to master must-try dishes and desserts.

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    Best Ever Veggie Burger

    6 reviews

    It was so hard finding a veggie burger that tasted good, didn't fall apart on the grill and was easy...


    How to Make The Cheesecake Factory’s Brown Bread

    Learn how to make The Cheesecake Factory's famous brown bread at home with this step-by-step recipe.


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    How to Make the Famous Nana’s Devil’s Food Cake

    Learn to make Nana's Devil's Food Cake, an iconic 1960s recipe for rich, fudgy chocolate cake.


    North Carolina Sonker Is the Dessert Recipe You Haven’t Tried Yet

    Love blueberry pie but don't want to fuss over a complicated crust? This step-by-step blueberry sonker recipe will be your...


    Grilled Turkey Drumsticks

    Try something different this Thanksgiving and learn how to grill turkey drumsticks! These smoky, tender turkey drumsticks are easy to...


    Easy Flavored Butter Recipes You Can Make in Minutes

    Drizzle flavored butter over roast veggies, slather it on warm rolls or melt it on top of a steak. Any...


    How to Make Bao Buns (Baozi) from Scratch

    Craving bao buns? Make these popular Chinese steamed pork buns at home with our step-by-step family recipe.


    This Copycat Cracker Barrel Hash Brown Casserole Recipe Is the Best One We’ve Tri...

    Learn how to replicate the best-ever cheesy potato casserole at home. This Cracker Barrel hash brown casserole recipe is as...

    How to Prep and Freeze Slow Cooker Meals

    Put your takeout plans on ice. With ready-to-make meals kept in your freezer, it’s a snap to get a wholesome...


    One-Pot Enchilada Pasta

    16 reviews

    I love this cozy dish because it is ready in 30 minutes and is full of healthy ingredients—it has everything...


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    How to Make Bubble Tea (Boba Tea) at Home

    Bubble tea, also known as boba tea, first appeared in Taiwan but has recently exploded in popularity in the US....


    Chicken Yakitori

    2 reviews

    I grew up in Tokyo, and some of my favorite memories include eating street food like this dish with my...


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    How to Grill Corn (and Make It Taste Delicious)

    The Taste of Home Test Kitchen shares a grilled corn recipe and answers every question you've ever had about grilling...


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    How to Make Magic Bars + Twists on the Classic Recipe

    Whether you call them magic bars, seven-layer bars or Hello Dolly bars, we know that this super simple dessert is...


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    How to Cut a Watermelon into Slices, Cubes or Sticks

    Follow our step-by-step guide to learn how to cut a watermelon. You'll have neat slices, melon balls, cubes and sticks...


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    How to Cook Zucchini, 4 Ways

    Whether it's baked, grilled, air-fried or sauteed, learn how to cook zucchini with tips from the experts.


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    How to Make the Best Veggie Burger

    There's a new burger in town! Our Test Kitchen shares their very best veggie burger recipe.

    How to Cook Okra

    It's most popular in the South, but okra deserves a chance no matter where you live. This crisp, tender and...


    How to Store Strawberries: 6 Simple Methods

    We tested six methods for how to store strawberries so you can keep your strawberries fresh for as long as...


    How to Cook Tri-Tip Steak

    To learn how to cook tri-tip steak, start with a quick-cooking method like a grill, cast-iron skillet or oven broiler....


    How to Debone a Chicken

    Knowing how to debone a chicken is a kitchen skill that will definitely come in handy.


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    How to Make Gyros at Home

    This step-by-step guide explains how to make gyros at home. No rotisserie needed!


    The Best Homemade Twinkie Recipe

    Learn how to make this prized lunch box snack with our easy Twinkie recipe.

    How to Defrost Frozen Chicken 3 Ways

    Here's how to defrost chicken safely in the fridge, in the sink and in the microwave.


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    How to Make Copycat Lofthouse Cookies at Home

    Lofthouse cookies have been around since 1994 and we're still obsessed. Use this Lofthouse cookie recipe to make soft, cakey...


    How to Shred Chicken: 3 Super Speedy Ways

    Learn how to shred chicken lickety-split.


    How to Bread Chicken at Home

    Learning how to bread chicken is easier than you think.


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    Dill Pickle Dip

    6 reviews

    My love for pickles led me to create this dill pickle dip. It's so easy to whip together. But be...


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    How to Microwave Corn on the Cob

    Learn how to microwave corn on the cob so the only thing standing between you and those juicy kernels is...