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    Caraway Launched Mini Versions of Two Popular Pans—and We’re Obsessed

    Their ceramic fry pan and sauce pan just got a whole lot cuter—and more compact. Here's where you can find...


    How to Make Super Easy Air-Fryer Chicken Nuggets

    You can make air-fryer chicken nuggets in less than 10 minutes! They come out perfectly crispy on the outside and...


    How to Make an Affogato for Dessert

    This simple, swirly combination of cold gelato and hot espresso is impossible to resist.


    Smoky Black-Eyed Pea Cakes

    As a southern girl, black-eyed peas remind me most of home. I love making this smoky pea cake, especially when...


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    How to Make Taylor Swift’s Recipe for Chai Cookies

    Soft, buttery cookies with plenty of sugar and spice? Taylor Swift's chai cookies are sure to be a hit.


    How to Make an Oil Pie Crust

    This easy, no-roll oil pie crust is great for both beginner and experienced pie bakers. And because it’s made with...


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    We Found the Best Store-Bought Frosting

    In a rush? Our Test Kitchen found the best store-bought frosting to top your last-minute bakes.


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    22 Slow-Cooker Cake Recipes That Are a Piece of Cake to Make

    Try these slow cooker cake recipes for perfectly baked results every single time. Our personal favorite? The chocolate lava cake.

    How to Make a Gluten-Free Almond Flour Pie Crust

    Limiting your diet doesn't have to mean giving up treats. This almond flour pie crust recipe is easy and delicious.


    How to Make Gluten-Free Apple Pie with Ease

    Learn how to bake a homemade gluten-free apple pie from scratch so that everyone can enjoy a great dessert on...






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    I Made Dolly Parton’s ‘Stone Soup,’ and Now I See Why Her Mama Loved ...

    Dolly Parton's stone soup is a flavorful comfort food that comes with the sweetest story about her mama.



    How to Make Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes

    Instant Pot mashed potatoes are rich and creamy enough for a holiday side—but fast enough to prepare on a weeknight,...

    How to Make 4-Ingredient Caramel Apple Dump Cake

    There's no mixing, sifting or beating required to make this caramel apple dump cake. Just add a scoop of ice...


    Frico (Cheese Crisps)

    There is something so elegant about this classic northern Italian crisp. And like so many amazing Italian dishes, frico is...


    Copycat Applebee’s Quesadilla Burger

    My niece fell in love with the quesadilla burger from Applebee's and challenged me to make it at home. She...


    How to Make 3-Ingredient Apple Dump Cake

    This simple apple dump cake recipe is the perfect dessert for fall. You'll need a box of cake mix, apple...


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    How to Make Queen Elizabeth’s Pancake Recipe (aka Drop Scones)

    Queen Elizabeth liked this recipe so much that she mailed it to a U.S. president. You can make her drop...


    This Texas Roadhouse Butter Recipe Tastes Just Like the Real Thing and Only Has 6 Ingre...

    Learn how to make a copycat version of the irresistible honey cinnamon Texas Roadhouse butter.

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    How to Make Clear Ice Cubes

    Learn how to make clear ice cubes to elevate the look of craft cocktails and other beverages. The process takes...


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    Our Pros Found the Best Jarred Pasta Sauce to Stock Your Pantry

    Our team of pro cooks and marinara experts sampled 11 options to find the best jarred pasta sauce. Find out...


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    How to Make a 5-Ingredient Cinnamon Roll Dump Cake

    This cinnamon roll dump cake is our latest obsession.


    How to Make Watermelon Agua Fresca

    This watermelon agua fresca is the perfect way to beat the heat.


    How to Make Lemon Custard Magic Cake

    Light, lemony and made with only six ingredients, this lemon custard cake is perfect for any occasion. Here's how to...


    How to Make a Copycat Nothing Bundt Cake Recipe

    Follow this copycat Nothing Bundt Cake recipe to make the bakery's iconic "chocolate chocolate chip cake." The steps are simple—and...