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    Frozen Blueberry-Mint Margarita

    1 review

    Refreshing and fruity, you need this frozen blueberry margarita in hand this summer. —James Schend, Dairy Freed


    How to Make a Cookie Cake—the Dessert That’s the Best of Both Worlds

    Learn how to make a cookie cake that's just as pretty (and even tastier) as ones from Mrs. Fields. The...


    How to Cream Butter and Sugar for Your Best Baking Yet

    Learn how to cream butter and sugar for light, tender cakes, cookies and other baked goods.


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    How to Make Naan

    You can learn how to make soft, fluffy naan at home. Here's what to do!


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    30 Winter Instant Pot Recipes

    Cozy up to our favorite winter Instant Pot recipes—they're perfect for when the weather is colder and the days are...


    How to Make Paper Bag Popcorn, Step by Step

    Making paper bag popcorn in the microwave is one of the easiest ways to make the homemade version of your...


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    How to Make Popcorn on the Stove

    Learn how to make popcorn on the stove, just like Grandma did. Our Test Kitchen shows you how, step by...


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    How to Make Store-Bought Pasta Sauce Taste Homemade

    Our Community Cooks tell you what to add to spaghetti sauce (the store-bought kind!) to make it taste like it's...

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    How to Make Pudding the Old-Fashioned Way

    Skip the instant mix. Learn how to make pudding from scratch with these easy step-by-step instructions.


    How to Braise Meat So It’s Tender and Juicy

    Braising meat is so much easier than you think. It's a completely hands-off cooking technique that turns meat into tender,...


    Stock vs. Broth: Which Soup Base Is Best?

    They might look the same, but one is better for certain types of recipes. We break down everything you want...


    50+ Meal Prep Recipes for the New Year

    If one of your New Year's resolutions is to meal prep more, check out these easy-to-reheat lunch and dinner...


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    The Best Macaroni Brands to Keep in Your Cupboard

    Whether it's for mac and cheese, a quick skillet supper or pasta salad, you want the best macaroni brands in...


    How to Make a Simple Red Lentil Dal at Home

    This masoor dal, or red lentil dal, is aromatic and simple to make at home. It's a flavorful weeknight meal,...


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    55 Easy Skillet Recipes Prepped in 15 Minutes

    Don't get stuck chopping and slicing for hours on end. These simple skillet recipes take just 15 minutes or...


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    The Best Black Beans to Add to Your Cart, According to Our Test Kitchen

    You want the best black beans for your recipes. But do you know which can is really the tastiest? Our...


    How to Make the Best Turkey Chili

    When you're craving down-home comfort food—but not all of the fat—turn to this turkey chili recipe. Ground turkey recipes,...

    Best Ever Cashew Cheese Sauce

    This is a versatile cashew cheese sauce that's totally plant-based. I use it as a pasta sauce, as a pizza...


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    How to Make Hamburgers on the Grill, Stove, in the Oven and in an Air Fryer

    You can make burgers any time of the year! Learn how to make hamburgers on the grill, on the stove,...


    Vanilla Cake with Vanilla Buttercream Frosting

    2 reviews

    Indulge in this layer cake topped with rich buttercream—a vanilla lover's dream. I use pure vanilla extract for the best...


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    10 Quick and Easy Milk Substitutes for Baking

    Don't have milk handy when you're knee-deep in a recipe? Not to worry! We're sharing tried-and-true milk substitutes to help...


    What Is Marzipan?

    It's an essential ingredient for holiday baking. But what is marzipan? And what are your options if you can't find...


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    We Found the Best Frozen Chicken Tenders at the Supermarket

    Even foodies love a fast food-style treat once in a while! Our Test Kitchen found the best frozen chicken tenders...

    14 Types of Bacon You Should Know

    Grab your frying pan! We're going to explore popular types of bacon from all around the world.


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    60 Dutch Oven Soup Recipes We’re Making on Repeat

    Nothing satisfies quite like Dutch oven soup recipes. Find a new favorite among our picks for chicken soup, chowder, beef...


    Salted Caramel Sauce

    1 review

    Rich and delicious, this salted caramel sauce is the perfect blend of sweet, salty and creamy all in one. I...


    This Is What Every Stage of Making Caramel Looks Like

    Let's make caramel—from scratch! Taste of Home Community Cook Nancy Mock explains all about the different caramel stages, and how...


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    21 Kitchen Tips You’ll Actually Use

    Time to get creative in the kitchen with these kitchen hacks and solutions for everyday issues.


    I Made Silvanas, the Cookie from the Philippines. Here’s What Happened.

    Silvanas are popular in the Philippines for a reason. Cashew-based meringue cookies, rich buttercream and cookie crumbs come together to...