How to Cook

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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    Anniversary Chicken

    Anniversary chicken feels fancy, but has only seven ingredients (most of which are likely already in your pantry) and takes...


    Oreo Pie Crust

    Learn to make this Oreo pie crust recipe and you'll never buy store-bought again! Use the two-ingredient Oreo pie crust...


    Flatbread Pizza

    Short on time? Make flatbread pizza instead of traditional pizza. This recipe is quicker, easier and just as delicious.


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    Espresso Martini

    Here's how to make a simple and sophisticated espresso martini at home—a drink that will delight cocktail aficionados and coffee...


    Harissa

    You've probably seen this North African ingredient in recipes for hummus, seafood, sauces and more. But if you're wondering, What...


    Quinoa Tabbouleh

    We put a gluten-free twist on a classic Middle Eastern salad by using quinoa instead of bulgur. Our quinoa tabbouleh...


    Zucchini Chips

    These zucchini chips are a fantastic snack or summer side dish. Coated with a Parmesan, basil and panko breading, these...


    Gulab Jamun

    Learn how to make gulab jamun, the irresistible Indian dessert flavored with rose water and cardamom.

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    How to Store Celery

    Learn how to store celery so you'll have fresh stalks in the crisper ready for hearty soups, snacks and stocks.


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    Avgolemono Soup

    Avgolemono soup is a classic Greek lemon chicken soup. Fortunately, it's harder to pronounce than it is to make!


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    How to Store Peaches to Keep Them Fresh

    Yes, peach season is short—but if you know how to store peaches, you'll have juicy, fresh-tasting fruit all year round.


    Millionaire Shortbread

    Crisp shortbread meets gooey caramel and a layer of chocolate in these decadent, crowd-favorite millionaire bars.


    Cowboy Stew

    Cowboy stew is a hearty one-pot meal packed with smoky bacon, seasoned beef and tender potatoes. It’s easy to make...


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    How to Store Cucumbers

    Learn how to store cucumbers the right way and you'll never find a mushy cuke in the refrigerator again.


    Ham and Potato Soup

    Got leftover ham on hand? With everyday ingredients and a quick cook time, this hearty ham and potato soup recipe...


    Chocolate Lasagna

    We love Olive Garden for the soup, salad and breadsticks, but what about dessert? Learn how to make chocolate...


    Tanghulu

    Learn how to make tanghulu, a classic Chinese street food that looks gorgeous and tastes even better. We coat strawberries...

    Vegan Cauliflower Soup

    You're going to love this creamy vegan cauliflower soup. You won't even notice that the dairy is missing!


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    Sesame Chicken

    Plated with rice and crunchy, stir-fried vegetables, this sesame chicken recipe makes homemade Chinese dishes taste just like they do...


    Copycat Cracker Barrel Meat Loaf

    Get a taste of your favorite Cracker Barrel meat loaf with this easy-to-make copycat recipe! Here's a step-by-step guide.


    Copycat Applebee’s Chicken Wonton Tacos

    Applebee's chicken wonton tacos may be discontinued at restaurants, but they can be brought back to life in your kitchen...


    Vegan Potato Soup

    This vegan potato soup has the same comforting creaminess you crave from the classic dish with absolutely zero dairy. It's...


    Copycat Domino’s Cheesy Bread

    No driving to pick up dinner, no delivery fees, just all the cheese—that's the beauty of our copycat Domino's cheesy...

    Copycat Olive Garden Black Tie Mousse Cake

    Olive Garden's indulgent Black Tie Chocolate Mousse Cake should be your next copycat baking project.


    Gluten-Free Lemon Cake

    Yes, you can make moist, tender gluten-free lemon cake at home! Bonus: This cake recipe also happens to be dairy-free.


    Copycat Panera Tomato Soup

    Recreate the comfort of Panera tomato soup with our easy 30-minute copycat recipe.


    Copycat Chipotle Queso

    This is a spot-on copycat recipe for Chipotle queso!


    Copycat Sonic Onion Rings

    If you've ever made homemade onion rings, they may not have tasted like Sonic onion rings. That's because they use...


    Copycat Texas Roadhouse Rolls

    With this best-ever copycat Texas Roadhouse rolls recipe, you and your family will be line dancing on your kitchen table...