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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    Toasted Ravioli

    9 reviews

    While visiting a friend who had just moved to St. Louis, Missouri, I tried toasted ravioli at almost every restaurant!...


    How to Make White Peach Margaritas for Summer Sippin’

    You will love this sweet twist on a classic drink. Say hello to summer's darling cocktail, white peach margaritas.


    How to Season a Wok

    A brand-new carbon steel wok is shiny, silver and gorgeous, but don't be fooled. You can't use this wok straight...


    How to Make Roasted Cherry Tomatoes

    Juicy roasted cherry tomatoes in under 15 minutes? Yes, please.


    How to Make Gluten-Free Pie Crust

    Love pie—but don't love gluten? This gluten-free pie crust recipe is what you need for a tender crust every time.


    How to Make Vegan Pie Crust

    This vegan pie crust is made from scratch with four ingredients in 10 minutes! The end result is perfectly flaky,...


    How to Make Butternut Squash Baby Food

    Is your little one ready to try squash? Find out how to make butternut squash baby food.


    This Is How to Cut a Slice of Pie the Right Way

    This easy method promises picture-perfect slices every time.

    5 No-Stress Secrets to Rolling out Pie Dough

    Rolling out pie dough can be tricky, even with the perfect recipe. Find out how to roll out the best...


    How to Make Chicken Lo Mein That’s Way Better Than Takeout

    This tasty homemade chicken lo mein is simple and full of umami flavor! It features angel hair pasta, a savory...


    How to Make a Gin and Tonic

    For an easy-drinking, effortless cocktail, nothing beats a G&T. Learn how to make a gin and tonic with this classic...


    How to Make Zucchini Baby Food

    Find out how easy it is to make zucchini baby food. Your little one will love this mild-flavored and vitamin-rich...


    How to Make a Vegan Apple Pie with a Flaky Homemade Crust

    This vegan apple pie recipe uses shortening instead of butter or lard in the crust. Such an easy swap!


    Olive Oil Cake

    3 reviews

    A good olive oil cake isn't overly sweet, so it can just as easily be a breakfast treat or an...


    How to Make Old-Fashioned Mustard Pickle Relish

    Learn how to make this delicious relish from Grandma's kitchen. The vintage condiment will transform your burgers!


    This Cinnamon Swirl Apple Pie Recipe Will Make Your Baking Dreams Come True

    Plan on baking for a potluck in the near future? This stunning cinnamon swirl apple pie recipe will have everyone...


    Meet Chinese Eggplant, Your New Go-To Ingredient

    An eggplant by any other name might taste even sweeter. Learn how to cook Chinese eggplant with this recipe and...

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    How to Make Stamped Message Cookies

    From graduations to birthdays, holidays to house warmings, these stamped message cookies are perfect for any occasion.


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    How to Make the Best Corn on the Cob

    The best corn on the cob is fresh and sweet with a bit of crunch. Here's how to capture the...


    How to Make the Best Mozzarella Tomato Basil Bread

    This recipe for mozzarella tomato basil bread has stood the test of time—and it's ready to be part of your...


    What Is Graffiti Eggplant? Here’s How to Cook It.

    It doesn't just look gorgeous; graffiti eggplant tastes sweeter and less bitter than regular eggplant.


    How to Make Gluten-Free Peach Cobbler

    Made with sweet peaches nestled in a buttery, golden brown crust, this gluten-free peach cobbler is a summer dessert everyone...


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    The Best Marinara Sauce

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    I developed this marinara sauce recipe with a friend to make the most of a bumper crop of tomatoes. Now...

    How to Make Pickled Okra (Refrigerator and Water Bath Canning)

    Pickled okra is a classic dish that packs a flavorful crunch. We'll show you two simple ways to make this...


    How to Pickle Beets (Quick-Pickling and Water Bath Canning)

    Learn how to pickle beets with our guide to quick-pickling and water bath canning. Both methods yield a batch of...


    How to Make the Best Cherry Margarita

    Celebrate peak cherry season with this flavorful and juicy cherry margarita.


    How to Make Eggplant Curry

    An easy vegetarian eggplant curry is perfect for your busy Meatless Monday or any time you've got the itch for...


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    5 Ways to Make the Perfect Swirl Cheesecake

    Give your favorite cheesecake recipe a professional-looking finishing touch with gorgeous decoration. The secret? These swirled cheesecakes a snap to...


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    How to Test the Doneness in Every Kind of Cake

    Because nothing is worse than an over (or under!) baked cake.