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    Texas Chili

    We make this Texas chili recipe every year for football parties. Our guests love the flavor. It can also be...



    We Made Julia Child’s Tomato Sauce Recipe. Here’s What We Thought.

    In Mastering the Art of French Cooking, Julia Child says, "Sauces are the splendor and glory of French cooking, yet...


    14 Easy Bread Machine Recipes for New Bread Bakers

    Using a bread machine takes a lot of guesswork out of baking. Check out our delicious and easy bread machine...


    Air-Fryer Beef Turnovers

    My mom's recipe for these flavorful pockets called for dough made from scratch, but I streamlined it by using refrigerated...


    Here’s Our Copycat for Olive Garden’s Chocolate Lasagna

    We love Olive Garden for the soup, salad and breadsticks, but what about dessert? Learn how to make chocolate...


    A Helpful Guide to Popular Cheese Knives & How To Correctly Use Them

    We compiled this guide to cheese knives to explain each knife’s specific capabilities so that you can choose the proper...


    We Made Mississippi Pot Roast and It’s a Must-Try in All 50 States

    Mississippi Pot Roast is fall-apart tender. Here's how to make the legendary recipe at home!

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    The Best Electric Knife for Carving Turkey and More, According to Our Pros

    What's the best electric knife for carving up your holiday turkey? Our Test Kitchen put major brands to the test...


    How to Chop Nuts, 5 Ways

    Wondering how to chop nuts for your favorite recipes? These methods walnut disappoint.


    I Tried the Nutribullet Brew Choice Coffeemaker and It Changed My Mornings!

    The Nutribullet Brew Choice totally transformed my busy family's morning routine for the better.


    The Best KitchenAid Stand Mixer Attachments You Can Buy

    Take your kitchen workhouse to the next level with the best KitchenAid attachments money can buy. We found gadgets that...


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    The Best Hand Mixer Options According to Our Test Kitchen

    We know you want the best hand mixer for your bakes. Our Test Kitchen put 10 head-to-head to find the...


    The Best Air Fryers of 2024, Tested by the Taste of Home Kitchen

    Have you been eyeing air fryers lately? Wondering which one to buy? Our Test Kitchen tried all the top brands...


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    The Best Kitchen Products You Can Buy in 2022—According to Our Test Kitchen Team

    What are the best kitchen products and gadgets for your home? Our Test Kitchen has sampled hundreds of them this...


    Gluten-Free Gravy

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    I love this gluten-free gravy–it's so versatile! It can be used with an everyday meal or aside a holiday feast....


    30 Essential Tart and Pie Making Tools Every Home Baker Needs

    Make pie baking easy as pie with these must-have products. With a good rolling pin, a few pans and some...

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    The Best Pecan Pie

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    Pecan pie is a Thanksgiving tradition in my house, and I was on a quest to create the ultimate version....


    Best Vintage Pie Pans For Added Baking Charm

    It's always time for a tasty slice of homemade pie! Let us help find the pie plates for your signature...


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    Our Pro Bakers Found the Best Cocoa Powder You Can Buy

    Love chocolaty bakes? You'll want the best cocoa powder to give these recipes their signature flavor. Find out which brands...


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    We Made Ree Drummond’s Pioneer Woman Chili Recipe, and Yes, It’s Perfect

    We tried making the Pioneer's Woman's classic winter comfort food, and we have some thoughts.



    How to Fix Gravy

    Need to know how to fix gravy when it's too thick? Too thin? Too lumpy or gloppy? No worries—here's what...

    How to Make Curry

    Curry is the ultimate one-pot meal! Once you know how to make curry, you can vary it in any number...


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    How to Make Copycat Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits

    Ever wanted to whip up a batch of Red Lobster's famous Cheddar Bay Biscuits at home? You can—and it only...


    How to Thicken Gravy

    What's the best thickener to use? How do you prevent those dreaded lumps? We'll show you how to thicken gravy...


    How to Clean Every Kitchen Item and Appliance

    When it comes to cleaning appliances, we've got you covered. Find out how to clean every large and small appliance...


    Here’s What Happened When We Made This 1950 Recipe for “Magic Tomato Soup C...

    This tomato soup cake has to be one of the more unusual recipes we've come across!


    How to Make Poached Eggs Perfectly Every Time

    With this guide on how to make poached eggs, a picture perfect, runny yolk is never too far out of...