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    How to Make Spotted Dick, a Traditional British Pudding

    The name raises eyebrows, but this dessert is delicious! Here's how to make spotted dick with custard sauce.


    Chili Verde Esquites (Mexican Corn Salad)

    Chili verde sausages add a wallop of flavor in my version of esquites, a kicked-up Mexican corn salad. We leave...


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    How to Tell if Salmon Is Bad

    Do you know how to tell if salmon is bad? Here's a closer look at the telltale signs for both...


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    The Best Margarita Mix

    Get ready for Taco Tuesday with the very best margarita mixes as chosen by a team of culinary experts (and...


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    How to Make No-Bake Strawberry Delight

    You only need a few ingredients to make this fun, retro strawberry delight dessert.


    How to Make Carrot Cake as Good as Grandma’s

    Filling your house with the sweet smell of freshly baked carrot cake is way easier than you might think.


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    The Best Rice Cookers of 2024, Tested By Our Kitchen Experts

    Don't burn another pot of rice on the stove! Instead, grab the best rice cooker for your cooking style. You'll...


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    This Brown Sugar Ham Glaze Recipe Will Instantly Upgrade Dinner

    Don't spend extra money on a glazed ham. Make your own with a store-bought ham and this easy ham glaze...

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    How to Choose the Best Ham to Buy

    When it comes to picking the best ham to buy for your next gathering, the choice is bone-deep.


    We Tried 11 Kinds of Easter Candy. Here’s What’s Worth Adding to Your Basket.

    Find out which Easter candy we're filling our baskets with this years—some classics, a few new-to-us candies and some extra...


    How to Make Matzo Balls

    This matzo ball recipe will teach you how to make the essential Passover food as good as Bubbe's.


    Can You Put Plastic in the Microwave?

    You're ready to heat up your leftovers—but is it safe to microwave plastic containers? Here's everything you need to know...


    I Tried a 1965 Recipe for Dr Pepper Pot Roast—Here’s What I Thought

    The intriguing blend of sweet and savory in this vintage Dr Pepper Pot Roast recipe was too good to resist.


    The Best Masticating Juicers

    Our Prep Kitchen Manager tested and reviewed eight appliances to find the best masticating juicer for fruits and vegetables. Here's...


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    The 8 Best Single-Serve Coffee Makers of 2024

    Sometimes you need only one really good cup of coffee. That's why we found the best single-serve coffee maker machines...


    How to Clean and Care for a Coffee Maker

    Keep your Mr. Coffee looking brand-new, even after years of daily use. Here's the scoop on how to clean a...


    Is It OK to Eat Moldy Strawberries?

    Will a couple of moldy strawberries ruin the whole bunch? Let's find out.

    How to Make Boxed Brownies Taste Better

    A splash of vanilla and a dash of espresso powder are just two ways to make a box of brownie...


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    Your Guide to Types of Woks (and Which Is Right for You)

    Looking to add a wok to your kitchen? Discover the type of wok that's best for your stir-fry needs.


    17 Smart Meal Prep Supplies You’ll Find on Amazon

    Use our recommended Amazon meal prep supplies to prep like a pro. We found plenty of ways to make meal...


    These Keurig Cleaning Pods Have Over 44,000 Fans on Amazon

    Thousands of shoppers swear these Keurig cleaning pods make coffeemakers brew like brand new!


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    Our Test Kitchen Pros Found the Best Juicers on the Market

    Is juicing a part of your morning routine? Make sure you have the best juicer to jump-start your day.


    How to Make Banana Pudding Cookies

    Calling all banana pudding fans! If you love a spoonful of this timeless dessert, you'll go bananas for these cookies.

    How to Clean and Care for Your Wok

    Wondering how to clean a wok? Here's what you need to know to keep your pan in perfect condition.


    What Is Panko?

    Does your recipe call for panko? We have the low-down on Japanese-style bread crumbs, including when you can substitute classic...


    I Made a Coca-Cola Pot Roast and It’s the Best Easy Weeknight Dinner

    This Coca-Cola pot roast is tasty and pull-apart tender. Your slow cooker will do all the work for you!


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    How to Make the 3-Ingredient Oreo Cake from TikTok

    Just three ingredients and no oven? Yes please! Learn how to make the TikTok Oreo cake that took over the...


    Can You Microwave Glass?

    You're ready to chow down on delicious leftovers. But wait! Is it safe to microwave glass?


    What Is Matzo?

    What is matzo? Here's everything you need to know about this humble bread, which is most often served on the...