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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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    Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie

    14 reviews

    Cheesecake lovers will savor every bite of this light and pretty pie, even if they don't have to watch their...


    Best Lime Tart

    11 reviews

    This treat is the perfect balance between tart and sweet, and the almonds in the crust are just wonderful. This...


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    Sugar Cream Pie

    46 reviews

    I absolutely love Indiana sugar cream pie; especially the one that my grandma made for me. Here, we serve it...


    Slow-Cooked Shepherd’s Pie

    9 reviews

    Shepherd's pie is to the British as meat loaf is to Americans, so when I was a young child living...


    Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie

    10 reviews

    As a child, shepherd's pie was one of my favorites. But now, having cut white potatoes out of our diet,...


    Blueberry Banana Bread

    84 reviews

    Blueberries and bananas combine in these tender, golden loaves. Whether you enjoy a slice as a snack or for breakfast,...


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    Shrimp Gumbo

    32 reviews

    A crisp green salad and crusty French bread complete this shrimp gumbo meal. I always have hot sauce available when...


    Ham and Noodle Bake

    3 reviews

    I created this recipe when I had leftover ham to use up. You'll find it's the perfect little casserole for...

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    Barbecued Chicken Pizza

    1 review

    This pizza starts with a prepared bread shell and barbecue sauce, plus leftover cooked chicken. I simply assemble and bake....


    Sweet Ham Steak

    12 reviews

    I need just three ingredients to fix this sweetly seasoned ham steak recipe. It's a quick and easy main dish...


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    Garlic Mashed Red Potatoes

    57 reviews

    These creamy garlic mashed potatoes are so good, you can serve them plain—no butter or gravy is needed. This is...


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    Homemade Potato Gnocchi

    15 reviews

    My Italian mother remembers her mother making these dumplings for special occasions. She still has the bowl Grandma mixed the...


    Quiche with Mushrooms

    5 reviews

    Savory, onion and sweet red pepper perk up the mushroom and cheese flavors in this pretty deep-dish pie...and add a...


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    Low Country Boil

    5 reviews

    Ideal for camping and relaxing trips to the beach, this crowd-pleasing recipe makes an appetizing presentation of perfectly seasoned meats,...


    Breaded Chicken Wings

    4 reviews

    No one can pass up seconds of these golden brown goodies from field editor Nancy Schmidt of Center, Colorado. Basil,...


    Turkey Shepherd’s Pie

    3 reviews

    We live way out in the county, and the nearest grocery store is 25 miles away. So I've become quite...


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    Traditional Mashed Potatoes

    4 reviews

    Mashed potatoes make a wonderful accompaniment to most any meal, so keep this recipe handy.

    Best-Ever Fried Chicken Wings

    1 review

    For game days, I shake up these saucy wings. When I run out, friends hover by the snack table until...


    Mallow-Topped Sweet Potatoes

    13 reviews

    My grandmother always served this sweet potato casserole at Thanksgiving. The puffy marshmallow topping gives the dish a festive look,...


    Sunday’s Best Chicken

    9 reviews

    I am a busy mom of four and a nursing student, so weeknight dinners are often rushed. Sunday dinners are...


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    Hearty Meatless Shepherd’s Pie

    6 reviews

    Mushrooms, carrots, celery, peas and potatoes pack this full-flavored meal-maker. In fact, you’ll never even miss the meat. It’s that...


    Orange Sweet Potatoes

    1 review

    "Seconds are common once folks try these wonderfully satisfying sweet potatoes—they're smothered with a cinnamon-orange sauce and dotted with walnuts,"...


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    Irish Beef Stew

    38 reviews

    Rich and hearty, this Irish beef stew is my husband's favorite. The beef is incredibly tender. Served with crusty bread,...

    Gluten-Free Pancakes

    11 reviews

    Since being diagnosed with celiac disease, I've made my gluten-free pancakes dozens of times. My kids like them best with...


    BBQ Chicken Sliders

    52 reviews

    Brining the meat overnight helps make these BBQ chicken sliders taste exceptionally good. Plus, they're so tender, they melt in...


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    German Potato Dumplings

    22 reviews

    Potato dumplings (called Kartoffel Kloesse in Germany) are a delightful addition to any German feast. The browned butter sauce is...


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    Chicken Pizza

    3 reviews

    My fun twist on typical pizza is an excellent way to use up leftover pesto. And since it’s loaded with...


    Decadent Broccoli Souffle

    2 reviews

    I combine fresh broccoli with cheddar cheese for a stunning side dish that appeals to everyone...even kids!—Elaine Luther, Homosassa, Florida


    Festive Holiday Sliders

    3 reviews

    Turkey sliders with ginger, horseradish and cranberry sauce refrigerate well, so I keep them ready for get-togethers when we bake...