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    The Best Eggnog You Can Buy, According to Our Taste Test

    Time to get into the Christmas spirit with a glass of the best eggnog. Our Test Kitchen sampled every brand...


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    I Made Ina Garten’s Chocolate Pecan Scones—and I Can’t Wait to Make Them Again

    This buttery scone recipe from Ina Garten is loaded with toasty pecans and chocolate chunks.


    Here’s How to Make a Poached Egg in the Air Fryer

    Such an easy trick for anyone who struggles with poached eggs on the stove.


    How to Make Texas Toast Garlic Bread

    Why have regular garlic bread when you could have buttery, herby Texas toast instead?


    Amish Macaroni Salad

    2 reviews

    This Amish macaroni salad is a crowd favorite. It's supposed to be sweet, but you can lessen the sugar to...


    What Is Tonic Water—and Which Are the Best Tonic Waters?

    Wise drinkers shouldn't focus only on the gin in a gin and tonic. Here's the answer to "what is tonic...


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    I Made Ina Garten’s Meat Loaf Recipe for Dinner Tonight—And Will Again and Again

    This classic meat loaf recipe from Ina Garten tastes just like the ones Mom and Grandma used to make.


    The Best Fast-Food Chicken Nuggets, Ranked

    Chicken nuggets are a menu staple at fast-food restaurants. We sampled eight options to find out who makes the best...

    How to Make the Cowboy Bread Recipe from Your School Cafeteria

    This '90s cowboy bread recipe reminds us of all the good things about school lunch. Here's how to recreate the...


    Amish Buttered Noodles

    8 reviews

    These are the best buttered noodles ever! They are easy to make and kid-friendly, and they pair nicely with lots...


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    The Best Store-Bought Cinnamon Rolls, As Picked By Our Pros

    Don't fret if you don't have time to make cinnamon buns from scratch. Our Test Kitchen pros sampled the most...


    How to Make Cowboy Caviar

    This cowboy caviar is full of big flavors. Serve with scoop chips so you can get the most out of...


    The 6 Best Ninja Blenders of 2024

    We researched and evaluated the best Ninja blenders on the market. Get all the information you need to make an...


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    I Made Ree Drummond’s Cowboy Quiche—And It’s Big Enough to Feed Everyone on...

    Do cowboys really eat quiche? According to the Pioneer Woman, they do—as long as it's a Cowboy Quiche.


    These Coffee Maker Deals Are Grounds for Celebration

    These coffee maker deals are so good, you'll want a second cup. Save more than 30% on top coffee maker...


    Pumpkin Pie Hot Chocolate

    Pumpkin pie vodka hot chocolate is the ultimate holiday cocktail. Made in a slow cooker and perfect for feeding a...


    How to Make a Dump Cake

    The most popular cake on the internet is even easier to make than a mix. Here's how to make dump...

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    How to Make Mini No-Bake Pumpkin Cheesecakes

    Looking for a simple fall dessert? Learn how to make no-bake pumpkin cheesecakes for an effortless mini treat.


    How to Make Asiago Tortelloni Alfredo with Grilled Chicken, the Best Dish on Olive Gard...

    No wonder Olive Garden customers obsess over this meal—it's the best thing we've ever tasted!


    How to Make a Buttery and Delicious Pineapple Dump Cake

    With just four ingredients and a few minutes of prep time, you'll have a sweet and succulent pineapple dump cake...


    Amazon Is Having a Secret Sale on KitchenAid—Score a Mixer for $60 Off

    Shh—a secret Amazon KitchenAid sale just dropped! Mix things up in the kitchen with these top finds from our Sales...


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    We Made This 5-Star Ina Garten Shrimp Scampi Recipe and It’s the Ultimate 30-Minu...

    Does the Ina Garten shrimp scampi recipe live up to the hype? Yes, it does!


    How to Make Texas Twinkies

    If you're a fan of jalapeno poppers, you're going to have to try these brisket-filled Texas Twinkies.

    How to Make 4-Ingredient Chocolate Dump Cake

    This chocolate dump cake fits right in with busy schedules; it requires no sifting, whisking or decorating. Just dump, stir,...


    The Best Mini Food Processors

    Our expert culinary team tested and reviewed six appliances to find the best mini food processors for quick and easy...


    How to Make Chocolate Magic Cake

    One batter, two bowls, three layers: Now that's what we call magic—chocolate magic cake, that is!


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    San Francisco Cioppino

    Traditionally, cioppino is made with whatever seafood was caught that day or whatever seafood is on hand. It began as...


    The Best P.F. Chang’s Mongolian Beef Copycat Recipe

    This copycat version of P.F. Chang's Mongolian beef is an easy stir-fry recipe made with flank steak, soy sauce, brown...


    One-Pot Coconut Curry Lentil Soup

    3 reviews

    This curry soup might be vegan, but it's still as creamy as ever. If you prefer a meatier bowl, toss...