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    Why Testing Yeast Is So Important for Good Bread Baking

    Testing yeast is key to making great bread at home. Learn how to proof yeast so you can get started...


    85 Easy Summer Recipes to Make in a 13×9 Pan

    From breakfast to dessert, and everything in-between, your trusty 13x9 will make summer cooking a breeze.


    Green Beans with Pomegranate Seeds

    These green beans with pomegranate seeds are one of the simplest dishes to make. I made them for Rosh Hashanah...


    Pressure-Cooker Sausage-Stuffed Flank Steak

    This rich and hearty entree is perfect for entertaining but easy enough for weeknight meals with the family. —Julie Merriman,...


    Pressure-Cooker Beef Osso Buco

    Our beef osso buco boasts a thick, savory sauce complemented by the addition of gremolata, a chopped herb condiment made...


    Slow-Cooker Polenta

    This Italian classic is so simple to make, you can now make it any night of the week. —Elisabeth Matelski,...


    New Orleans-Style Stewed Chicken

    2 reviews

    This New Orleans stewed chicken is like a gumbo but with far less liquid and bigger pieces of meat. Don't...


    Spicy Beet Relish

    1 review

    We love the taste of this beet relish with any type of meat or bean dish. You can adjust the...

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    Dark Chocolate-Caramel Macchiato Pie

    4 reviews

    One of my first entries in the National Pie Championship was this impressive pie with coffee flavor and cool chocolate...


    This 2-Ingredient Chocolate “Ice Cream” Is SO Good

    Our new favorite fruit dessert—this healthy chocolaty "ice cream"—is tasty enough to fake out anyone!


    Your Complete Guide to Marinades

    Whether it's a quick, 15-minute soak or an overnight event, a good marinade enhances the flavor of meat, poultry, seafood...


    How Long Do Beans Last in the Fridge?

    How long do beans last in the fridge? This is everything you need to know about storing beans after they're...


    This Easy Hostess Cupcake Recipe Is Perfect to Make with Kids

    Make lunch extra special by baking a homemade version of the classic Hostess Cupcake.


    Why the Chilton Is the Summer Cocktail You Need to Try

    Craving something tart, cool and strong? You'll want to stir up a Chilton. This easy cocktail is a favorite in...


    Butternut Squash Burrito Bowl

    2 reviews

    This butternut squash burrito bowl is an easy-to-prep dinner that combines fresh ingredients with wholesome convenience foods. It comes together...


    Cheesy Roast Beef Pinwheels

    2 reviews

    Take lunch to the next level with savory Cheesy Roast Beef Pinwheels. Rolled in crescent dough, cut into spirals and...


    Chunky Potato Leek Soup

    2 reviews

    My family and I crave a steaming bowl of potato leek soup on a cold winter evening, but we don't...

    Here’s How to Make Ice Cream in a Bag This Summer

    You can have creamy, delicious homemade ice cream without an ice cream maker! Here's how to make ice cream in...


    Our Test Kitchen’s Guide to Food-Safe Cooking Temperatures

    Do you find yourself guessing if your chicken is done or that your steak is a perfect medium-rare? Check out...


    7 Tips for Quarantine Baking from Pro Baker Christina Tosi

    Running low on baking ingredients? Need some recipe inspo? Pro baker Christina Tosi let us in on some of her...


    Greek Salad Dressing

    4 reviews

    Homemade Greek salad dressing doesn't get much easier. If you don't have lemon juice on hand, replace it with additional...


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    How to Make Pasta Salad

    It's so easy to learn how to make pasta salad. All you need is your favorite pasta shape, a tasty...


    This $8 Oven Thermometer Is the Secret to Perfect Bakes

    This oven thermometer will help you become star baker!

    How Long Does Meat Last in the Fridge?

    We've definitely been guilty of leaving those chicken thighs in the fridge just a couple days too long. So how...


    How to Make Vinaigrette in Seconds

    Cheaper and healthier than store-bought salad dressing, vinaigrette is also a snap to make at home. Our Test Kitchen shows...


    How to Bake Bread When You Don’t Have a Loaf Pan

    Wondering how to make bread without a loaf pan? You don't need to fret. There are lots of ways you can...


    What Is Schmaltz and How Can You Use It?

    What is schmaltz? It's poultry fat, also known as liquid gold, and you should definitely be cooking with it.


    What Is Absinthe?

    If you're looking for a way to mix up your bar cart, we have your answer. Learn about what absinthe...


    How to Make a Classic Old-Fashioned Recipe

    Who says you have to venture out to a bar to get an old-fashioned? This old-fashioned recipe will make you...