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    How to Make the Creamiest Copycat Panera Mac and Cheese

    This copycat Panera mac and cheese recipe comes pretty close to the real deal. Serve it in a bread bowl...


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    The Best Electric Griddle Brands, According to Pro Pancake Flippers

    Get ready for breakfast with the best electric griddle options. Our Test Kitchen pros tried 10 brands to find the...


    I Made Blueberry Boy Bait and It’s the Best Way to Use Fresh Blueberries

    Light, fluffy and perfectly golden, this blueberry coffee cake—affectionately known as "blueberry boy bait" —might become your new favorite treat.


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    We Made the Pioneer Woman Sweet Potato Casserole, and It’s the Perfect Holiday Side

    With a unique, sweet and crunchy topping, the Pioneer Woman sweet potato casserole is one of the tastiest sweet...



    We Tried Caraway Bakeware: It’s Pretty, Practical and Worth the Price

    Caraway's ceramic bakeware is stunning, but is this nonstick set really worth the high price? We tested it to find...


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    The Best Canned Pumpkin for Fall Baking and Beyond

    Canned pumpkin puree is a fall baking essential, but are you really buying the best brand? We tested eight options...


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    How to Make a Copycat Version of The Cheesecake Factory’s Chicken Piccata

    When the craving hits, indulge in a saucy plate of The Cheesecake Factory Chicken Piccata right at home thanks to...

    How to Make Instant Mashed Potatoes Taste Better

    Instant mashed potatoes are easy and convenient. You don't need any special tools, and there's no peeling potatoes!...


    How to Reheat Mashed Potatoes Without Drying Them Out

    Thanksgiving is done and over with, but your fridge is now full! So of course, now you need to know...


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    How to Make a Copycat Cracker Barrel Meat Loaf Recipe That’s Just as Good as the ...

    Get a taste of your favorite Cracker Barrel meat loaf with this easy-to-make recipe! Here's a step-by-step guide.


    Do Tortillas Really Need to Be Refrigerated?

    Most people who've made Mexican food want the answer to the age-old question: "Do tortillas need to be refrigerated?" No,...


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    We Popped Open 6 Cans: These Are the Best Crescent Rolls

    Whether you're making a batch to serve up with dinner or opening a can to make an easy appetizer, canned...


    If You See a Pint Glass with a Bulge, This Is What It’s For

    It's a "nonic" pint glass—and it's made that way for a reason!


    Brown Sugar Air-Fryer Ham

    This air-fryer ham features a simple, old-fashioned glaze just like Grandma used to make. The mustard and vinegar counter the...


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    How to Make Spicy Pickles

    These easy spicy pickles are great for snacking and will amp up any sandwich or charcuterie board. No...


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    I Made the Pioneer Woman’s Mashed Potatoes, and They’re the Creamiest Ever

    Ree Drummond swears by this recipe, and she's never steered us wrong. So we tried the Pioneer Woman Mashed Potatoes...

    Our Best Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Copycat Recipe

    Learn how to re-create the magic of your favorite glazed doughnuts in your very own kitchen with this simple copycat...



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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® Spinach & Artichoke Dip

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


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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...


    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...