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Learn how to cook with step-by-step guides from the Taste of Home Test Kitchen. Our experts will walk you through the techniques you need to master must-try dishes and desserts.

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    How to Cook Corn on the Cob, 7 Ways

    Preparing this summer staple doesn't have to be a challenge. We share everything you need to know about how to cook corn on the cob. Pick your favorite of seven different methods!

    How to Make a Colorful Crudités Platter

    Turn veggies and dip into a striking crudités platter with our step-by-step guide.


    Almond Joy Cookies

    With just four ingredients and no mixer required, Almond Joy cookies transform pantry staples into chewy, coconut-studded treats that taste...


    Boursin Mashed Potatoes

    Boursin mashed potatoes are a creamy and flavorful thanks to the garlic and herb cheese.


    Boston Cream Pie Cookies

    Can't get enough of Boston cream pie? Neither can we—that's why we created Boston cream pie cookies! They have the...

    Crispy Delicata Squash Rings

    These simple-to-prep crispy delicata squash rings are a delicious way to celebrate the flavors of fall.


    Chaider

    Chaider is the versatile fall drink that plays just as well at brunch as it does at happy hour. Spike...

    Sushi Bake

    Forget about buying a fancy maki kit. You can enjoy the great taste of sushi at home with this easy...


    Mozzarella Sticks

    Golden, gooey and perfectly seasoned, these homemade mozzarella sticks are fail-proof. You'll fall in love with this recipe.


    Chicken Cordon Bleu Sandwich

    This chicken cordon bleu sandwich is every bit as decadent as the classic—only much easier to eat on the couch.


    Gingerbread Cheesecake Cookies

    If you're a fan of gingerbread cookies, you'll love these gingerbread cheesecake cookies. They have crisp edges but an overall...

    Russian Buttercream

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    Dress up your next bake with silky smooth Russian buttercream frosting.


    Chicken Potpie Pasta

    Craving chicken potpie, but not the part where you actually have to make one? Chicken potpie pasta brings all the...


    Karpatka Cake

    Polish cream cake—aka karpatka cake—is made by stuffing two choux pastry shell layers with a thick vanilla pastry cream.


    Pretzel Bread Bowls

    These soft, chewy and irresistibly salty pretzel bread bowls are the perfect vessels for serving soup all season long.


    Indian-Style Butter Gnocchi

    This butter gnocchi mixes Indian and Italian cuisines, bathing tender gnocchi in a creamy and richly spiced tomato sauce.

    Hot Chocolate Poke Cake

    Hot chocolate poke cake is a childhood dream come true. Each slice is filled with gooey marshmallow and crowned with...


    Philly Cheesesteak Soup

    This Philly cheesesteak soup tastes just like the classic sandwich, thanks to thin slices of steak, peppers, mushrooms and melted...


    Apple Pie Dip with Cinnamon Crisps

    This apple pie dip with cinnamon crisps gives you the opportunity to scoop up apple pie filling as if you...


    Supper Club Charcuterie Board

    Why go out when you can bring the supper club experience home? A relish tray-inspired supper club charcuterie board is...


    Pancake Muffins

    Pancake muffins fold all the essentials qualities of classic pancakes—including the maple syrup—into hand-held treats that are so easy to...


    Spinach Artichoke Dip Soup

    This spinach artichoke dip soup transforms creamy and cheesy spinach artichoke dip into a rich, veggie-packed, bright and brothy soup.


    Espresso Cream Soda

    Fizzy espresso cream soda is the latest viral drink recipe to take social media by storm.


    Pastitsio Soup

    This creamy, meaty and pasta-filled pastitsio soup recipe recreates the savory, warmly spiced flavor of Greek lasagna.


    Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies

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    These pumpkin oatmeal cookies are the perfect way to welcome the arrival of fall and cooler weather. Each one is...

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    Pie Crust Cinnamon Rolls

    Easy, yummy pie crust cinnamon rolls are miniature treats with all the flavor and the icing of regular cinnamon buns...


    French Onion Gnocchi Soup

    This French onion gnocchi soup recipe turns classic French onion soup on its head with the addition of tender, plump...


    French Onion Monkey Bread

    This savory French onion monkey bread recipe bursts with flavor thanks to sweet caramelized onions, fresh herbs and a duo...


    Chicken Potpie Muffins

    2 reviews

    These chicken potpie muffins are the grab-and-go version of the classic comfort food dish, with the welcome addition of cornbread.


    Peanut Butter and Jelly Cookies

    These peanut butter and jelly cookies turn the classic sandwich into a freshly baked treat. Soft peanut butter cookies are...


    Pumpkin Quesadillas

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    It takes only 15 minutes to put together flavorful, savory pumpkin quesadillas. The filling features pumpkin puree with black beans...