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    How to Make a Cadillac Margarita

    You'll need all top-shelf spirits to make this Cadillac margarita. It's a swanky upgrade to the classic drink!


    The 6 Best Meal Delivery Services for Families

    The last thing busy parents need is a never-ending grocery list and cumbersome meal prep. We've found the best meal...


    Chicken and Cashew Steamed Buns

    Served with hoisin or soy sauce, steamed buns are a tasty starter with a surprise inside. Cook them in batches...


    Basil Chicken with Smoked Tomato Jam

    I grow my own herbs and veggies in the summer, and when they are at peak, I incorporate them into...


    Arroz Verde con Pollo

    5 reviews

    This Peruvian-style recipe is hands-off and surprisingly family-friendly—even my 16-month-old son loves it. Want it spicier? Use jalapenos instead of...


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    Bertolli® Penne Beef Bake

    The hearty pasta bake is rich with tomatoes, beef and cheese, perfect for weekend entertaining but also easy enough for...


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    Bertolli® Spinach & Artichoke Dip

    The addition of Alfredo sauce gives this quick and easy appetizer and more refined and elegant flavor.

    Salted Caramel Apple Pie

    1 review

    Instead of the usual ho-hum apple pie, my grandmother and I prepared this showstopper salted caramel apple pie for Thanksgiving....


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    Southern Peach Cobbler

    When fresh peaches are in season, southern peach cobbler is the first thing I think about. This is perfect for...


    How to Make a Bourbon Apple Cider Cocktail

    This bourbon apple cider cocktail is perfect for enjoying around a bonfire or curled up with a good book and...


    How Long Do Potatoes Last?

    You have five pounds of potatoes in the pantry—or more! How long do potatoes last?


    How to Make ‘Cocadas Mexicanas,’ an Easy 2-Ingredient Coconut Candy

    Cocadas are a popular Mexican street food treat—and you can make them at home!


    Power Breakfast Sandwich

    1 review

    When I'm looking for a quick breakfast on the go, I love to have these waiting in the freezer. I...


    Avocado-Lime Ranch Dressing

    5 reviews

    This avocado lime ranch dressing is a Chick-fil-A copycat recipe. This version has no sugar added, is half the calories...


    Hot Spinach and Artichoke Dip

    1 review

    This is my take on California Pizza Kitchen's Hot Spinach Dip. I added artichoke hearts for extra flavor and texture...


    Houlihan’s Copycat Shrooms

    I enjoyed this appetizer at Houlihan’s restaurant and ordered it every time I went there. When the restaurant closed in...

    Easy Honey Mustard Chicken

    8 reviews

    My absolute favorite dish at Bakers Square is the Honey Mustard Chicken with mushrooms and onions. Unfortunately, the Bakers Square...


    Copycat Honey Baked Ham

    4 reviews

    For holidays and special occasions my family loves a good old fashioned baked ham. One year I decided to see...


    We Made Libby’s Famous Pumpkin Pie Recipe

    There's a reason the Libby's pumpkin pie recipe has been around since the 1950s. It has the perfect balance of...


    I Made ‘Josephinas’ and This Cheesy Toast Needs to Be in Your Recipe Rotation

    With garlic, green chiles and melty cheese, Josephinas are delicious. This easy recipe is full of savory flavor.


    Sheet-Pan Yellow Bells & Eggs

    1 review

    This recipe is healthful and versatile—just add your favorite veggies, or even fruit. I love sweet potato and apple tossed...


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    Does Pumpkin Pie Need to Be Refrigerated?

    Is it safe to leave your pie on the counter or does pumpkin pie need to be refrigerated? Here's what...

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    The Very Best String Cheese, According to Our Test Kitchen

    Hungry for a snack? Our Test Kitchen team (and true cheeseheads) found the very best string cheese after sampling 10...


    Yams vs. Sweet Potatoes: What’s the Difference?

    Yams, sweet potatoes; tomato, to-mah-to...right? Turns out, there's a big difference between the two vegetables. Find out which one you...


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    We Made Meghan Markle’s Zucchini Bolognese and Were Pleasantly Surprised

    This zucchini Bolognese is surprisingly rich and creamy.


    Copycat 57 Sauce

    This is a homemade version of our favorite steak sauce. We use it on steaks, chicken, pork and burgers, or...


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    How Long Do Hard-Boiled Eggs Last in the Fridge?

    You'll probably devour these protein-packed snacks long before the eggs go bad. Just in case, though, how long do hard-boiled...


    This Is the Right Internal Temperature of Cooked Chicken

    What's the correct temperature of cooked chicken? The answer should be pretty straightforward, but there's a lot of confusion out...