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    Shrimp Eggroll Cabbage Wraps

    I love the flavors of shrimp eggrolls but wanted to try and make them a little healthier. The napa cabbage...


    Prosciutto Dutch Baby

    This delicious savory Dutch baby is perfect for a brunch or quick weeknight lunch or dinner. Similar to a popover,...


    How to Make Buttercream White

    Skip the slightly yellow frosting and learn how to make buttercream white—and we mean a vibrant, bright white!


    Creamy Strawberry Icebox Cake

    1 review

    My family loves this icebox cake for two reasons: First, it is a delicious way to use strawberries at their...


    French Potato Salad

    1 review

    French potato salad is vinegar-based instead of creamy, made with Dijon mustard, olive oil, scallions or shallots, and fresh herbs....


    How to Make ‘Tartufo,’ an Italian Layered Ice Cream Dessert

    This dome-shaped dessert hails from Calabria, in Southern Italy. It's made with ice cream, filled with cookies and enrobed in...


    How to Make Shrimp Tempura

    Taking a bite of crunchy shrimp tempura is a heavenly experience enjoyed worldwide. We'll show you how to make your...


    How to Cook Potatoes, 6 Ways

    Wondering how to cook potatoes? We break down which types of potatoes you should use for each cooking method...

    A 7-Day Meal Plan of Southwestern Dinners

    Stock up on sour cream, cilantro, lime, avocado and your favorite salsa— you'll be using them all week. Enjoy taquitos,...


    How to Make a Simple 5-Ingredient Pineapple Margarita

    This is the drink we're sippin' all summer long.


    Here’s Why You Should Soak Pineapple in Salt Water

    Salty and sweet were made for each other.



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    I Made Ina Garten’s Lemon Bars and They’re Like Sunshine in a Square

    We tried Ina Garten's lemon bars, and they're the luscious, indulgent answer to your dessert cravings.


    Slow-Cooker Spiral Ham

    My family loves when I make this slow-cooker spiral ham. I'm not sure which they love more though: eating it...


    Slow-Cooker Caramelized Onions

    2 reviews

    Slow-cooker caramelized onions will make any meal taste better. Toss them on a burger or sandwich, or in scrambled eggs...


    Air-Fryer Peanut Butter Cookies

    3 reviews

    An iconic American cookie, this version is so easy to mix up and bakes even faster in the air fryer....


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    We Tried 10 Brands to Find the Best Italian Dressing

    Whether you're covering mixed greens or stirring up your signature pasta salad, you want to have the best Italian dressing...

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    People Are Making Boozy Gummy Bears with Malibu Rum—and We Love This Summer Trend

    This tropical trend is from—where else—TikTok!


    Can You Microwave Cardboard?

    You need an easy dinner and there's leftover takeout in the fridge. But can you microwave cardboard? Here's how to...


    Slow-Cooker Baked Ziti

    14 reviews

    I don't know one family that doesn't have some crazy, hectic weeknights. This slow-cooker baked ziti recipe was a delicious,...


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    I Made Ina Garten’s Brownie Pudding Recipe and It’s Even Better Than You Ca...

    Ina Garten's brownie pudding is ooey-gooey chocolate perfection. With just a few ingredients you can make a memorable, decadent dessert...


    Potato Quesadillas

    2 reviews

    I made potato-rolled tacos all the time and wanted to switch it up, so I started making quesadillas out of...


    Herby Chicken with Apricots and Feta

    4 reviews

    Mix up your weeknight menu with a flavorful braised chicken dish with Middle Eastern flair. I love to serve it...

    Jalapeno Sloppy Joes

    6 reviews

    My husband loves jalapenos—and I just love any and all heat. This savory meal with some spice is a perfect...


    Easy Tamale Pie with Peppers

    2 reviews

    My family loves anything with southwestern flavor, so this recipe is a big hit. It's super quick and easy to...


    Sheet-Pan New England Clambake

    So many tasty swaps are possible for this recipe: Add pieces of salmon or haddock, use other quick-cooking veggies or...


    Cafe Rio Copycat Pork Bowls

    My friends are big fans of Cafe Rio's sweet pork tacos, so I came up with this version to eat...


    Apple-Walnut Bread Pudding

    Bread pudding is one of those desserts that you basically can throw anything into. It's the kitchen sink of desserts....


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    When to Use Parchment Paper vs. Aluminum Foil

    Both parchment paper and aluminum foil are helpful to have in the kitchen. Here's when to use each one.