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    How to Soften Brown Sugar (and Keep It Soft)

    Ever gone to make a batch of cookies, only to find that your sugar has turned into a brick? Here's...


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    Best Ever Vanilla Ice Cream

    6 reviews

    This ice cream is technically a custard since it contains eggs. After lots of testing (and tasting), I've found that...


    Middle Eastern-Inspired Macaroni Salad

    1 review

    This creamy, tangy macaroni salad is inspired by the many wonderful flavors of the Middle East. The za'atar seasoning gives...


    Barbecue Macaroni Salad

    1 review

    My family loves a touch of tang, so I created this barbecue macaroni salad. Not too much—just a hint of...


    Chicken Caesar Macaroni Salad

    1 review

    Give me a Caesar salad anytime, no matter what form it's in. I like to add some chicken and artichokes...


    Scandinavian-Inspired Macaroni Salad

    2 reviews

    Give a humdrum side salad a Scandinavian touch by adding some freshly chopped dill and tiny shrimp. —Kallee Krong-McCreery, Escondido,...


    Chicken Taco Macaroni Salad

    3 reviews

    I like to give macaroni salad a taco twist. Rotisserie chicken makes it quick. I'll often serve this dish as...


    A 7-Day Meal Plan Using Slow Cooker Chicken

    Ease your way into dinners for the week by using the slow cooker to prepare a whole chicken that can...

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    The Best Tuna Brands, According to Our Test Kitchen Experts

    Before you fill your grocery cart, find out which tuna brands our Test Kitchen experts love the most. Their top...


    Matzo Brei

    Matzo brei (pronounced like fry) is one of the few dishes from my childhood I'll never outgrow. The dampened shards...


    Spiced Apple Muffin Bread

    3 reviews

    Instead of sprinkling with cinnamon sugar before baking, you could also add your favorite streusel topping to make this bread...


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    Air-Fryer French Fries

    3 reviews

    This low-calorie, air-fryer french fries recipe is perfect because I can whip it up at a moment's notice with ingredients...


    Cheddar Corn Pudding with Bacon

    This cheddar corn pudding can be prepared ahead and refrigerated overnight. Remove from the refrigerator for 30 minutes before baking....


    You’ve Been Storing Eggs All Wrong—Here’s the Right Way

    My brain was scrambled after finding out I was storing my eggs all wrong.


    What Is Cooking Wine?

    Cooking wine has a bad reputation, but is it deserved? Skipping it in a recipe might mean losing a valuable...


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    How to Make Deviled Eggs

    Once you know how to make deviled eggs, you'll wonder why you haven't been making them for every potluck and...


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    What Are Paczki? Plus How to Make These Treats at Home

    Filled with jelly and coated in sugar, paczki are a treat worth seeking out on Fat Tuesday.

    Polpette di Mamma

    14 reviews

    When you think of Italian food, spaghetti with meatballs is probably one of the first dishes that comes to mind....


    8 Casserole Tips Grandma Would Want You to Know

    Grandmas know how to make the best casseroles. They just taste better with her secret ingredients and expert casserole tips....


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    Air-Fryer Chicken Parmesan

    7 reviews

    Quick, simple and oh-so-tasty, this air-fryer chicken Parmesan recipe is the perfect weeknight dish to have on hand. It's just...


    Here’s the REAL Difference Between Chowder and Soup

    What is chowder? Is it really all that different from soup?


    Smoked Turkey

    Mouths will water when you bring this flavorful smoked turkey recipe to the table. Add sprigs of your favorite herbs...


    How to Make Sushi Rice

    Have you ever had a superb sushi experience? The sushi rice should have a texture that's moist and creamy but...

    How to Make Rice Kheer, the Indian Rice Pudding You Need in Your Life

    Learn how to make the most delicious kheer in an Instant Pot. It's a dump-and-stir recipe with just one...


    Holland Butter Cookies

    1 review

    My great-grandmother's Holland butter cookies have been passed down in my family from generation to generation. This recipe uses only...


    Gluten-Free Chicken Potpie

    1 review

    This gluten-free chicken potpie recipe is just as comforting as the classic! The filling is creamy and has a lovely...


    We Tried Popular Valentine’s Day Chocolates. Find Out Which Brand We’re Swe...

    As February 14 nears, we can't help but wonder what's the best Valentine's Day chocolate? We put nine brands to...


    Classic Au Jus

    After roasting prime rib, don't throw out those pan juices! Those drippings are the key to making this flavorful juice...


    Bola-Bola

    Bola-bola (Filipino-style meatballs) can be served as an appetizer or stirred into soup. Some versions of this recipe roll the...