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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    Canned Marinara Sauce

    Set aside the store-bought jars and learn how to make the best canned marinara sauce.


    Instant Pot Applesauce

    Homemade applesauce is easy to make in a pressure cooker. With just a few minutes of prep, you can have...


    Caramel Chex Mix

    Whether you're hosting a party or need a homemade gift idea, retro-style caramel Chex mix is a salty-sweet crowd-pleaser that...


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    Stuffed Mushrooms with Crabmeat

    You can make a tub of sweet and delicate crabmeat go even further with this recipe for stuffed...


    Cranberry Orange Cake

    This cake was inspired by Italian-style cakes and is dotted with dried cranberries and scented with oranges and almonds. A...


    Chuck Roast Tacos

    Making tacos from ground beef is quick and convenient, but chuck roast tacos are slow and convenient. They take just...


    Chicken Parm Pizza

    We transform classic chicken Parmesan into a quick and easy dinner. Chicken parm pizza showcases breaded chicken with melty cheese...


    How to Make a Copycat Starbucks Cold Foam Cold Brew

    Become your own favorite barista by re-creating a Starbucks cold foam cold brew in your own kitchen.

    Carnitas Recipe

    With just a few minutes of prep work, this slow-cooked pork carnitas recipe is easy to make. Use the tender...


    Barbacoa Tacos

    These beef barbacoa tacos are even easier to make than the ground beef kind, because your slow cooker does all...


    Slow-Cooker Chicken Stroganoff

    This slow-cooker chicken stroganoff takes just a handful of ingredients and a few minutes of your time, but it's still...


    Beefy Minestrone

    This beef minestrone soup recipe is like a meal all in one bowl! It's packed with vegetables, beef and pasta...


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    Strawberry Ice Cream Cake

    We turned an iconic ice cream truck treat into a dessert you can make at home. Learn how to make...


    Peach Cobbler Cookies

    Sweet, fruity and buttery, with a surprising depth of flavor, these peach cobbler cookies will be a hit all summer...


    Chicken Tostadas

    A couple of smart shortcut ingredients, specifically taco seasoning and canned tomatoes with green chiles, make these chicken tostadas a...


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    Brownie Fruit Pizza

    How could you not love pizza for dessert? A fudgy brownie base is layered with a whipped topping sauce, then...


    Pressure-Cooker Black Bean Soup

    This Instant Pot black bean soup recipe is suitable for vegetarians and vegans, yet tasty enough to please everyone! As...

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    Cherry Margarita

    Celebrate peak cherry season with this flavorful and juicy cherry margarita.


    Lime Salt

    Homemade lime salt is perfect for giving cocktails, grilled meats, roasted vegetables—even popcorn—a quick punch of flavor. Made with just...


    Basil Salt

    Looking for a quick and easy way to add fresh flavor to your meals? Basil salt is the answer. With...


    Corn Tomato Salad

    This fresh and colorful corn tomato salad is a perfect blend of sweet corn, juicy cherry tomatoes and fragrant basil,...


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    Sweet Pickles

    Our classic tangy sweet pickles—canned in a water bath for easy storage—are a perfect garnish for sandwiches and burgers.


    Instant Pot Stuffed Peppers

    Instant Pot stuffed peppers are a no-brainer—flavorful, fiberful and easy to make. Enjoy them with sour cream, chopped cilantro or...

    Instant Pot Black-Eyed Peas

    Picture a steaming bowl of creamy black-eyed peas, each bite bursting with savory flavor and wholesome goodness. Our recipe for...


    Mango Cheesecake

    This eggless mango cheesecake is mixed and set in the fridge for an easy, refreshing dessert in the summertime. No...


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    Lamb Cake

    Lamb cake might be the most impressive Easter dessert centerpiece! We’ll walk through every step of making this lovely cake...


    Brookie Recipe

    "Brookies" are the tasty result of two baked goods joining forces. Treat yourself to this chocolate chip cookie brownie recipe!


    Taco Cups

    Taco cups are a fun and versatile meal that brings the flavors of tacos into a convenient, handheld form. They're...


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    Cauliflower Pizza Crust

    This cauliflower pizza crust recipe is gluten-free, low-carb and super flavorful. Here's how to make cauliflower pizza crust so good,...