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    Mango Bread

    2 reviews

    I live on Maui, and when it’s mango season, everyone shares their crop so all get to try different varieties....


    Simits

    These bread treats from my Turkish heritage are commonly eaten for breakfast. They are not boiled as regular bagels are...


    Macau-Style Portuguese Chicken

    Since moving to Toronto, I couldn’t find an authentic version of the dish I grew up with in my hometown...


    Yuca Frita con Mojo

    Who doesn’t love something fried? That’s how I first got turned on to yuca, and now I cook it regularly....


    Chipotle Carrot Soup

    1 review

    This vegetarian soup packs big flavor and I love that it is made in just one pot. The cilantro and...


    Sopa Ajoblanco

    This white gazpacho was a staple when I was young; I remember slurping it directly from the bowl. It’s made...


    Strawberry and Peach Lime Custard Bars

    After I baked, my dad would always find his way to the kitchen and ask if he could try what...


    Spinach and Feta Bourekas

    3 reviews

    These pastries are light and soft with a bit of crunch, and are one of my favorite appetizers for holidays....

    Raspberry Matcha Cake Roll

    1 review

    This tender cake roll with whipped cream has a very light texture and is perfect for spring. The raspberries give...


    Air-Fryer Brats with Beer Gravy

    These air-fryer brats are a nod to my German heritage. I serve them with a green vegetable and some french...


    Rhubarb Bruschetta

    Fresh rhubarb jam is spooned over cheese-topped bruschetta for a delightful spring appetizer. Spread the goat cheese on toasted bread...


    Strawberry Riesling Wine Spritzer

    Nothing says spring like strawberries and wine spritzers. The tarragon and black pepper in this refreshing cocktail complement the strawberry...


    Nonni’s Fritole

    2 reviews

    My Italian grandmother was famous for her fritole and made these treats for her family and friends. Years later we...


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    What’s the Best Olive Oil You Can Buy? Our Test Kitchen Knows

    Make sure your pantry is filled with top-notch ingredients, including the very best olive oil for dressings, sauteeing and much...


    How to Make the Best Strawberry Pudding

    This retro strawberry pudding is the most delicious, crowd-pleasing dessert. No one will be able to resist seconds!


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    55 Skillet Casserole Recipes for Even the Craziest Weeknights

    We've rounded up our speediest skillet casserole recipes—from super cheesy to veggie packed—that are sure to please your whole crew.


    How to Defrost Ground Beef Safely

    Learning how to defrost ground beef is essential for every home cook. Read through these three easy methods for the...

    Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Gravy

    My kids have multiple food allergies, but these simple mashed potatoes and gravy are easy to make for them. We...


    Pho (Vietnamese Noodle Soup)

    Pho is one of Vietnam's most well-known dishes. For many families, the cooking of the dish is a true labor...


    Air-Fryer Kale Chips

    Harvesttime means big bunches of kale from local farmers. These crunchy air-fryer kale chips are delicious, super healthy and easy...


    How to Make Strawberry Cake Mix Cookies

    It's so easy to transform cake mix into a colorful batch of cookies!


    Air-Fryer Zucchini Fries

    Instead of french fries with my burgers and sandwiches, I love to serve these air-fryer zucchini fries. They're crispy, delicious...


    Air-Fryer Plantains

    Having grown up in Puerto Rico, I've had so much amazing Caribbean food, but tostones have always been a favorite...

    Air-Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower

    I love Buffalo wings, but sometimes I'm looking for something a little different. Enter the cauliflower! This air-fryer Buffalo cauliflower...


    Air-Fryer Tilapia

    3 reviews

    Making air-fryer tilapia means dinner will be on the table in less than half an hour. It’s quick and easy,...


    Air-Fryer Banana Bread

    Yes, you can make banana bread in the air fryer! This easy air-fryer banana bread recipe is a cinch to...


    Air-Fryer Honey Sweet Potatoes

    2 reviews

    The flavors of sweet potatoes, cinnamon and honey are such classics. Try serving these air-fryer sweet potato cubes as a...


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    How to Make Pastry Cream from Scratch

    Feel like a French pastry chef when you learn how to make pastry cream (or creme patisserie) in your own...


    What Are the Grades of Beef—and Which One Should I Buy?

    Select, prime, choice...what do grades of beef mean? And does the grade matter? A quick guide to understanding beef labels,...