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    Test Kitchen Tips

    Our Test Kitchen is full of culinary experts who have picked up plenty of handy tricks and techniques over the years. Check out our favorite cooking tips that’ll make cooking and baking at home easier than ever.

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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 caramel topping for desserts.

    Bakeable: Your Guide to Everything Baking

    Cakes, pies, cookies, bread—we love creating homemade treats. And we’re putting a new twist on...

    9 Things to Add to Stuffing Mix to Make It Taste Homemade

    Looking to dress up your dressing? Here's what to add to stuffing mix for Thanksgiving—or...

    12 Secrets to Baking the Best Cutout Cookies

    Whipping up bakery-perfect sugar cookies only requires two basic ingredients: a little love and a...

    Today’s Home Bakers Share Their Secrets to the Best Cookie Platters Ever

    Putting together cookie trays for friends and family? Take these tips from our Test Kitchen...

    Does Vanilla Extract Contain Alcohol?

    Here's what you need to know about vanilla extract alcohol content.

    How to Store Christmas Cookies to Keep Them Fresh All December

    Santa doesn't like stale cookies. Our guide shows you how to keep cookies fresh until...

    Weights for Your Favorite Baking Ingredients

    An easy way to better your baking: measure correctly! Measure these common baking ingredients by...

    The Best Apples for Baking, Cooking and Eating

    With so many apple varieties, it can be hard to know which ones to pick!...

    How to Protect Your Food from Freezer Burn

    Learn how to stop freezer burn in its tracks.

    How to Brine Practically Any Meat

    We'll show you why it's worth it to use a brine—especially on leaner cuts of...

    How to Use a Percolator

    Ready to brew the perfect cup of coffee? It's time to learn how to use...

    How Long to Thaw a Turkey

    How long does it take for a turkey to thaw? Here's how you can thaw...

    14 Biscuit Tips from Our Test Kitchen Pros

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

    What Are Aromatics?

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

    3 Easy Substitutions for Canned Pumpkin

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

    30 Turkey Tips Everyone Should Know This Thanksgiving

    We’re sharing Thanksgiving advice directly from Taste of Home readers and our Test Kitchen. Use...

    What Is Sun Tea?

    For many people, learning how to make sun tea was an essential part of growing...

    What’s in Season? Here’s How to Cook and Store Your Favorite Fall Produce

    You've been waiting all year for fall produce to be ready, and it's finally time!...

    This Is Exactly How Much Turkey to Make Per Person

    No need to guess how much turkey per person—this handy rule will make your Thanksgiving...

    12 Common Toaster Mistakes You May Be Making

    Your toaster is one of the simpler appliances in the kitchen, but we still find...

    15 Ways Quarantine Has Changed Our Kitchen Habits

    We've changed the way we cook since COVID-19 hit. But along the way, our staff...

    What Can You Do with Leftover Pumpkin Puree?

    Don't let leftover pumpkin puree go to waste! We'll show you how to use up...