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    Strawberry Frosting

    1 review

    Look no further for the ideal topping for vanilla cupcakes, a chocolate layer cake or even whoopie pies. This strawberry...


    Strawberry Pound Cake

    A pound cake offers a buttery, tender crumb with a soft, golden crust. To make the classic version even better,...


    Strawberry Cupcakes

    These cupcakes are the perfect use for fresh strawberries you have stored. Instead of strawberry jam or Jell-O powder, they...


    How to Freeze Peppers When You Buy in Bulk

    Learn how to freeze peppers and you'll never have to waste your harvest again. Find tips on freezing whole and...


    Easy Guacamole

    Juicy tomatoes, spicy jalapeno pepper, tangy red onion and the refreshing juice from limes are mashed with creamy avocados to...


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    Homemade Gyros

    Fill your house with the delicious aroma of spit-roasted gyros with this homemade version. Place the well-seasoned meat on warm...


    Cranberry Margarita

    Bright, citrusy and tart, this cranberry margarita is a beautiful version of the classic margarita. Flavored with cranberry juice...


    Virgin Margaritas

    You don't need store-bought limeade, alcohol or any fancy ingredients to create a refreshing, thirst-quenching experience this summer. All you...

    Easy Sour Cream Banana Bread

    I tweaked my tried and true banana bread recipe to include sour cream. It resulted in a special twist that...


    Brown Sugar Cookies

    Brown sugar is an amazing ingredient to use in baking: its notes of molasses and caramel add complexity without being...


    Tzatziki

    A Greek staple for many dishes, this Tzatziki sauce offers a refreshing and tangy flavor to cooked meats. The removal...


    Baked Corned Beef

    The unique cooking method for this corned beef recipe results in the best we've ever tried. Cooking it in a...


    Easy Strawberry Ice Cream

    This kid-friendly, easy-to-make ice cream has a subtle base flavor of strawberries and chunks of the sweet fruit sprinkled throughout....


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    Hawaiian Pizza

    Pineapples bring a touch of sweetness to balance with the salty cheese and savory ham in this Hawaiian pizza. Hearty,...


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    Basic Cannoli Dip

    Based on the Italian pastry I grew up with, this sweet and creamy dip is perfect for a dessert buffet...


    How to Freeze Blueberries

    Learn how to freeze blueberries for fresh-from-the-garden (or grocery store) goodness all year long.


    Cheese Pizza

    This recipe is a great starter pizza if you're new to making it from scratch. It's plain cheese with homemade...

    Taco Dip

    I wanted to spice up a traditional taco dip recipe, so I added cayenne pepper for some heat and fresh...


    Strawberry Icebox Cake

    1 review

    Quick and easy, this refreshing, make-ahead freezer dessert is perfect for using up those fresh summer berries. Filled to the...


    How to Freeze Squash, Both Summer and Winter Varieties

    Enjoy your harvest year-round when you learn how to freeze squash. This guide shares different techniques to keep different types...


    How Long Does Chicken Broth Last in the Fridge Before Going Bad?

    Homemade chicken broth is too time-consuming and store-bought broth is too expensive to waste. So how long does chicken broth...


    Meat Loaf Sandwich

    Sometimes, leftovers are even better the next day! This egg-topped version of a classic meat loaf sandwich is so good...


    Strawberry Rhubarb Bars

    This recipe comes from the best cook I have had the pleasure of learning from—my grandmother. The bars pair awesomely...

    Anniversary Chicken

    1 review

    Everyone I've shared this recipe with raves about it—it's definitely a "keeper." The ingredients are easy to play around with,...


    Easy Strawberry Cobbler

    1 review

    Strawberry Cobbler is one of my favorite spring and summertime treats, especially served warm with a dollop of whipped cream...


    Bacon-Wrapped Scallops

    Want to nail your next dinner party? You need to know how to make bacon-wrapped scallops! Our Test Kitchen-approved recipe


    Grilled Greek Lemon Chicken

    This grilled Greek lemon chicken is so easy to make yet so full of flavor! The lemon and oregano flavors...


    Roast Beef Sliders

    I love to cook big Sunday dinners for my family when time allows, and almost better than the dinner is...


    Browned Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

    1 review

    This is no ordinary chocolate chip cookie recipe. One extra step—browning the butter—takes these chocolate chip cookies to a whole...