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    Sunny Citrus Cheesecake

    10 reviews

    This beautiful layered cheesecake takes a bit longer to make, but the end result is so worth it! Citrus seems...


    A 7-Day Meal Plan of Fresh Salads

    With so many comfort food dinners on rotation and holiday cookies everywhere you turn, it's nice to add a fresh...


    How to Make Ma’amoul, a Date-Filled Cookie from the Middle East

    Learn how to make ma'amoul, the beloved Middle Eastern butter cookie, made aromatic with flower waters and filled with dates.


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    Your Diabetic-Friendly Meal Plan for January

    These cozy cold-weather meals will satisfy everyone in your family.


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    The Best Slow-Cooker Recipes of 2024

    For out-of-this-world pork chops, soup and pot roast, grab your favorite kitchen appliance! Here's a look at our most popular...


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    How to Make Caramel from Scratch

    Learn how to make caramel flawlessly every time with our step-by-step guide and helpful tips straight from our Test Kitchen.


    How to Make Mousse

    We think that chocolate mousse might just be the perfect dessert. It's wonderfully indulgent while still feeling light as air....


    What to Do When You’re Out of Vanilla Extract

    Don't make an extra trip to the store. There are plenty of ways to make a vanilla substitute without sacrificing...

    What’s the Difference Between Miracle Whip and Mayonnaise?

    Is Miracle Whip mayonnaise? Is mayonnaise Miracle Whip? Here's the real difference between Miracle Whip vs. mayo—and whether you can...


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    The Best White Cake Mixes to Fill Your Pantry, According to Experts

    There's no shame in keeping a box of white cake mix in your cupboard! But our Test Kitchen wants to...


    How to Make Classic French Madeleine Cookies

    Are buttery, shell-shaped French madeleines cookies or cakes? Learn how to make this madeleine cookie recipe and decide for yourself!


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    10 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Making Caramel

    Become a caramel making pro in no time! Just avoid these caramel mistakes to make the perfect caramel candy or...


    Grandma’s Classic Potato Salad

    1 review

    When I asked my grandmother how old this recipe was, she told me that her mom used to make it...


    Challah Bread Pudding

    I created this challah bread pudding recipe after my mother-in-law told me that she liked bread pudding. I was on...


    Hanukkah Cookies

    1 review

    Cream cheese adds richness to these Hanukkah cookies. Decorate them with royal icing or your favorite buttercream frosting and toppings....


    Sheet-Pan Jambalaya with Cauliflower Rice

    3 reviews

    Sheet-pan dinners are a busy cook's dream with quick prep and easy cleanup. This sheet-pan jambalaya is a healthy twist...


    Homemade Gelt

    Giving chocolate coins to children, and sometimes to teachers, is a long-standing Hanukkah tradition. This homemade version of gelt uses...

    Sticky Honey Chicken Wings

    2 reviews

    This recipe was given to me by a special lady who was like a grandmother to me. —Marisa Raponi, Vaughan,...


    Peppermint Milkshakes

    Rich ice cream and refreshing peppermint make this peppermint milkshake recipe a special treat, especially during the holidays. For a...


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    Copycat Caramel Frappuccino

    I love frappuccinos from Starbucks, but they get too expensive. I now make my own, and they are just as...


    Smoked Brisket

    This smoked brisket recipe is always a crowd favorite—it really melts in your mouth! —Jodi Abel, La Jolla, California


    Christmas M&M’s Cookies

    3 reviews

    These M&M Christmas cookies make any cookie platter feel festive. Swap in pastel M&M's for Easter and orange and brown...


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    How to Make Tamales

    This traditional Mexican dish may take time to prepare, but tamales are actually easy enough for most cooks. Our Test...

    How to Make Butter Chicken

    Learn how to make butter chicken, or murgh makhani, a popular Indian dish packed with the flavors of garam masala,...


    How to Make Ross Geller’s “Moist Maker” Sandwich

    Learn how to make Ross' infamous sandwich from the classic Friends episode.


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    How to Use Cookie Cutters to Make Cutout Cookies

    This step-by-step guide will show you how to use cookie cutters to make the best cutout cookies for every occasion.


    A 7-Day Meal Plan Using Thanksgiving Leftovers

    Thanksgiving dinner is a much anticipated meal, and so are the days after. Here are 7 ways to turn your...


    Easy Shrimp Tacos

    I love preparing these easy shrimp tacos. Hatch chiles are a staple ingredient in my home state of Texas, and...


    Sour Cream Sugar Cookie Cake

    1 review

    My husband requested a giant sugar cookie for his birthday. I wanted to do something a bit more exciting than...