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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    Cake Balls

    Our cake balls recipe transforms a simple box of cake mix into irresistible bite-sized treats with just four simple ingredients....


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    I Made Ina Garten’s Chicken Soup, and It’s Comfort Food for the Soul

    After trying this Ina Garten chicken soup recipe, you may never go back to canned soup.


    Cowboy Pasta

    Hearty, savory and easy to enjoy, cowboy pasta will satisfy all the big eaters in the house.


    Cowboy Queso

    It's hard to go wrong when you combine cheese, meat and beer! This cowboy queso recipe will quickly become a...


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    We Made The Pioneer Woman’s Chicken Tortilla Soup, and It Lived Up to Our Expecta...

    ThePioneer Woman's Chicken Tortilla Soup is our new favorite version of this classic soup recipe.


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    How Long to Cook a Turkey

    The key to an amazing turkey is making sure it's cooked perfectly. Step up your turkey game and learn how...



    Amish Macaroni Salad

    Amish macaroni salad is a perfect side dish for summer get-togethers. Make up a big bowl for your next barbecue...

    Amish Noodles

    Four ingredients and 20 minutes are all you need to make an Amish noodles recipe. Serve this ultimate, easy comfort...


    How to Make Asiago Tortelloni Alfredo with Grilled Chicken, the Best Dish on Olive Gard...

    No wonder Olive Garden customers obsess over this meal—it's the best thing we've ever tasted!


    The Best P.F. Chang’s Mongolian Beef Copycat Recipe

    This copycat version of P.F. Chang's Mongolian beef is an easy stir-fry recipe made with flank steak, soy sauce, brown...


    Curry Lentil Soup

    This quick curry lentil soup is richly spiced with a velvety texture from full-fat coconut milk.


    Coffee Cheesecake

    This luxuriously rich coffee cheesecake with Oreo cookie crust is topped with a silky chocolate ganache. Make it even more...


    Blueberry Dump Cake

    If you are searching for an easy, tasty dessert, look no further. Behold the blueberry dump cake!


    Southern Deviled Eggs

    Serve a batch of these easy southern deviled eggs for a subtle twist on a beloved classic.


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    Jennifer Garner Uses 2 Secret Ingredients to Make Her Famous ‘Leftover Chicken So...

    I made this Insta-famous Jennifer Garner chicken soup. It's a light and bright version of the comfort food classic.


    Easy Slow-Cooker Cinnamon Rolls

    These slow-cooker cinnamon rolls will fill your home with a lovely aroma before they fill your bellies with pure satisfaction.

    How to Make a Cheese Frenchee, aka a Deep Fried Grilled Cheese Sandwich

    Nebraska's secret is out! Let's talk deep-fried grilled cheese—aka Cheese Frenchee.


    These Copycat Texas Roadhouse Rattlesnake Bites Are Pure Cheesy Heaven

    Make Texas Roadhouse Rattlesnake Bites at home with this easy recipe that uses just a few simple ingredients.


    Beer-Cheese Green Bean Casserole

    This recipe for green bean casserole with cheese is better than the traditional recipe. There, we said it.


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    I Made Dolly Parton’s ‘Stone Soup,’ and Now I See Why Her Mama Loved ...

    Dolly Parton's stone soup is a flavorful comfort food that comes with the sweetest story about her mama.


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    Christmas Macarons

    Win the award for prettiest holiday cookies when you make these artful Christmas macarons. Classic vanilla, hot chocolate, peppermint and...


    Eggnog Ice Cream

    Indulge in luscious holiday flavors year-round with our spiked eggnog ice cream.

    Copycat Applebee’s Quesadilla Burger

    This mouthwatering copycat Applebee's quesadilla burger combines juicy beef with layers of cheese, bacon, spicy ranch dressing and fresh pico...


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    Cheese Crisps

    It's so easy to make a batch of cheese crisps—and they are crunchy low-carb heaven.


    This Texas Roadhouse Butter Recipe Tastes Just Like the Real Thing and Only Has 6 Ingre...

    Learn how to make a copycat version of the irresistible honey cinnamon Texas Roadhouse butter.


    How to Make a Copycat Nothing Bundt Cake Recipe

    Follow this copycat Nothing Bundt Cake recipe to make the bakery's iconic "chocolate chocolate chip cake." The steps are simple—and...


    How to Make the Creamiest Copycat Panera Mac and Cheese

    This copycat Panera mac and cheese recipe comes pretty close to the real deal. Serve it in a bread bowl...


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    How to Make a Copycat Version of The Cheesecake Factory’s Chicken Piccata

    When the craving hits, indulge in a saucy plate of The Cheesecake Factory Chicken Piccata right at home thanks to...