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    Candy Corn and Peanuts Is the Halloween Combo You’re Not Trying (Yet)

    Ever heard of mixing candy corn and peanut? We tried this seemingly unusual combo—find out what our editors thought.


    14 Biscuit Tips from Our Test Kitchen Pros

    We all love biscuits straight from the oven. Make your go-to recipe even better with biscuit tips from our Test...


    How to Measure Ingredients for Better Baking

    Get the basics for measuring liquids, dry ingredients, butter and more with these easy tips.


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    Our Test Kitchen Found the Best Plant-Based Burger Brands

    Fire up the grill and grab the best plant-based burger brands as chosen by our Test Kitchen. Our pros tested...


    Rose Water Rice Pudding

    This rice pudding is a popular Middle Eastern treat. Pomegranate seeds and chopped pistachios add a simple yet elegant touch...


    How to Make Patacon Maracucho (Fried Plantain Sandwich)

    Food writer Marisel Salazar shares her personal recipe for this popular Venezuelan dish featuring double-fried plantains.


    The Trick to Roasting a Perfect Turkey Without a Roasting Pan

    Don't have a roasting pan? Thanksgiving is not lost! Grab that broiler pan that came with your oven and get...


    How to Make the Best Root Beer Float at Home

    You can make a root beer float that's cool and creamy, with the perfect ratio of ice cream to root...

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    The Best Mayonnaise Brands According to Our Test Kitchen

    Before you make your next sandwich or potato salad, find out what's really the best mayonnaise out there....


    The Easy Chocolate Frosting Recipe You Need to Know

    What could be better than a freshly baked cake topped with rich, creamy frosting? This easy chocolate frosting recipe works...


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    How to Make a Jell-O Mold That Comes Out Perfect

    Time to bring back a classic treat! We'll show you how to make a timeless Jell-O mold, plus tips on...


    Coconut Garlic Naan

    I love the airy, chewy inside and the crisp, salty exterior of this garlic naan recipe. Using ingredients like whole...


    Tofu Stir-Fry with Brussels Sprouts

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    I love cooking with Brussels sprouts. This tofu stir-fry recipe is the perfect quick and healthy weeknight meal. Make a...


    Homemade Turkey Seasoning

    Use this simple rub over your turkey to create the delicious flavors your family craves during the holidays. While the...


    4 Must-Have Kitchen Knives for Every Home Cook

    There are only four types of cooking knives you need in your kitchen—seriously! Here are our favorite must-have kitchen knives.


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    Bacon-Wrapped Turkey

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    Everything’s better with bacon, including turkey! This impressive take on the holiday favorite gets a blanket of bacon, which not...


    3 Slow-Cooker Bread Recipes You Have to Try

    Here's a slow-cooker recipe that you may have not tried yet: slow-cooker bread! You'll love the aromas wafting through...

    What Are Aromatics?

    Aromatics are a quick and easy way to add a ton of flavor to your cooking.


    3 Easy Substitutions for Canned Pumpkin

    Can't find canned pumpkin? Don't worry! You can still make your favorite fall treats with these substitutions.


    Conchas

    Concha (Mexican sweet bread) is a breakfast or snack pastry found all over Mexico. It has a fluffy brioche-like dough...


    Vegetable Potpie

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    We raised our daughters as vegetarians. I wanted to give them more options than just pizza and pasta, so when...


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    The Best Slow Cooker Brands According to Our Test Kitchen

    Slow cookers are responsible for all our favorite slow cooker recipes. Our Test Kitchen found the best-rated slow cooker...


    18 Things That Will Make Your Chili SO Much Better

    Chili is a cold-weather staple because it's hearty, warming and incredibly versatile. From unexpected spices to a splash of liquor,...

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    Tabouleh

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    Tabouleh, also known as tabbouleh, is a classic Middle Eastern salad. The fresh veggies and mint leaves make it light...


    Cauliflower Tikka Masala

    3 reviews

    I'm a vegetarian, and it can be challenging to find new recipes. This cauliflower tikka masala is my easy take...


    Tahitian Breakfast Treats

    2 reviews

    This is a healthy take on the Tahitian coconut breakfast treat called firi firi, which is typically fried. My version...


    Ash’s Sweet and Spicy Enchilada Sauce

    3 reviews

    This enchilada sauce recipe is both sweet and spicy—just as the name implies. Spoon it over enchiladas, burritos and spicy...


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    What Is Sun Tea?

    For many people, learning how to make sun tea was an essential part of growing up—but is this nostalgic method...


    We Puckered Up and Found the Best Cranberry Sauce Brand

    Do you secretly love canned cranberry sauce? Of course you do! We tested six brands of the jiggly, jellied stuff...