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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 Make The Cheesecake Factory’s Steak Diane Copycat

    Forget the cheesecake! Let's talk about The Cheesecake Factory's famous steak Diane.


    Sloppy Joe Casserole

    Sweet, savory and pleasantly tangy, this comforting sloppy joe casserole gets warmed to bubbly goodness in the slow cooker. Serve...


    Pressure-Cooker Hard-Boiled Eggs

    Pressure-cooker hard-boiled eggs are the easiest eggs to peel. The foolproof 5-5-5 method produces eggs with perfectly set yolks and...


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    Chicken Alfredo

    With plump, tender chicken and a homemade creamy, cheesy sauce, this chicken Alfredo recipe is one you'll return to time...


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    The Best Veggie Burger

    There's a new burger in town! Our Test Kitchen shares their very best veggie burger recipe.


    How to Make The Cheesecake Factory’s Brown Bread

    Learn how to make The Cheesecake Factory's famous brown bread at home with this step-by-step recipe.


    Grilled Turkey Legs

    Try something different this Thanksgiving, and make grilled turkey legs. These smoky, tender turkey drumsticks cook in a fraction of...


    How to Make Bao Buns (Baozi) from Scratch

    Craving bao buns? Make these popular Chinese steamed pork buns at home with our step-by-step family recipe.

    Enchilada Pasta

    Enchilada pasta pairs beans and pasta in a comfort food mash-up, piling on the vegetables and spices for a well-rounded...


    Japanese Cheesecake

    A wobbly Japanese cheesecake is wonderful to behold—and even better to eat! With a jiggly texture that’s both airy and...


    Chipped Beef Cheese Ball

    This chipped beef cheese ball takes 10 minutes to prepare, so whip it up before your next party and let...


    Chicken Yakitori

    Enjoy a grilled dinner of charred, juicy chicken thighs and sweet red peppers with this chicken yakitori recipe. The entire...


    Jalapeno Popper Chicken Casserole

    Jalapeno popper chicken casserole layers Tater Tots, peppers, cheese, bacon and rotisserie chicken together to make an easy, decadent meal.


    The Best Homemade Twinkie Recipe

    Learn how to make this prized lunch box snack with our easy Twinkie recipe.


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    Brussels Sprouts with Bacon

    Brussels sprouts with bacon are roasted on a sheet pan in a 450°F oven and finished with a sticky-sweet balsamic...


    Rolo Cookies

    Indulge in the ultimate treat with these Rolo cookies. Each cookie is packed with gooey caramel centers, crunchy pretzels and...


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    Dill Pickle Dip

    You might want to make a double batch of this dill pickle dip. The bowl will be empty before you...

    Pasta Bake with Feta

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    Sometimes, things go viral for a good reason, and this pasta bake with feta is a dish deserving of its...


    Easy Coq au Vin

    Introduce French bistro vibes to your table with our easy coq au vin, a classic French stew you can whip...


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    Focaccia

    This homemade, no-knead focaccia recipe is foolproof, because bakers of all skill levels deserve a crusty, spongy loaf of fresh...


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    Air-Fryer Chicken Wings

    Take your next tailgate, watch party or weeknight dinner to the next level by learning how to make air-fryer chicken...


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    Pickled Red Onions

    The perfect combination of sweet and tangy, quick pickled red onions add a sliver of color, crunch and character to...


    Almond Joy Cake

    The Almond Joy cake is a delectable dessert that combines the rich flavors of chocolate, coconut and almonds in a...

    How to Make Biryani at Home

    Very few South Asian dishes are as exquisite as a delicious and fragrant biryani. Follow this recipe to learn how...


    How to Make a Homemade Crunchwrap Supreme

    Impress fast food lovers with a homemade version of an iconic Taco Bell order: the Crunchwrap Supreme.


    Creamy Mushroom Pasta

    This creamy mushroom pasta sauce has an earthy flavor that tastes delicious served over pasta, chicken or pork. I like...


    Kale Pesto Pasta

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    This kale pesto pasta recipe brings all the flavor of pesto with the added nutrition of kale and fresh tomatoes....


    Jackfruit Tacos

    These easy jackfruit tacos are a fantastic meatless option, with a flavorful spicy cumin chipotle sauce coating the jackfruit. Add...


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    Juicy Lucy Burger

    This cheese-stuffed Juicy Lucy burger gives us a whole new reason to love summertime grilling.