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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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    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

    1 review

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


    Frosted Sugared Cranberry Cookies

    These frosted sugared cranberry cookies are a sweet, slightly tart treat. We mix dried cranberries into the sugar cookie dough,...


    Fried Apples and Onions

    6 reviews

    Fried apples and onions infuse their contrasting flavors into a sweet and savory side for everything from pork to winter...


    Sheet-Pan Chicken Potpie

    2 reviews

    Sheet-pan chicken potpie is for the crust lovers. This variation spreads the filling over a wider surface, enabling a higher...


    Gnudi (Ricotta Gnocchi)

    1 review

    Gnudi, or delicate ricotta gnocchi, are surprisingly easy to make. Enjoy them with a simple tomato or butter sauce and...

    Gingerbread Crinkle Cookie Sandwiches

    Soft, chewy gingerbread cookies are stuffed with rich vanilla bean buttercream to make these party-worthy gingerbread crinkle cookie sandwiches.


    S’mores Cake

    With this s'mores cake, you can enjoy all the ooey-gooey goodness of everyone's favorite campfire treat without setting foot into...


    Harvest Mezcalita

    Toast the arrival of fall with this harvest mezcalita recipe that highlights the harmony between smoky mezcal and sweet apple...


    Crockpot Scalloped Potatoes

    4 reviews

    These crockpot scalloped potatoes free up your oven and deliver ultra-creamy, crowd-pleasing layers with minimal effort.


    Homemade Hamburger Helper

    1 review

    This one-pot homemade Hamburger Helper tastes just like the store-bought version, but without the additives and preservatives. It's a tried-and-true...


    Chocolate Lava Cookies

    These rich chocolate lava cookies have a luscious molten chocolate fudge center that's decadent and divine.


    Beef Manhattan

    3 reviews

    If you've never heard of beef Manhattan, you're about to meet the open-faced sandwich of your dreams. This slow-cooker recipe...


    Mezcal Old-Fashioned

    When you are looking to impress, a mezcal old-fashioned recipe blends smoky mezcal, aged tequila and bitters for a bold,...


    Slow-Cooker Boursin Chicken Pasta

    1 review

    This easy slow-cooker Boursin chicken pasta is comfort in a bowl. The rich and creamy cheese sauce bursts with the...

    Chicken Vesuvio

    1 review

    Chicken vesuvio is a visually stunning dish that's just begging to be the centerpiece at your next dinner party or...


    Alfredo Meatballs

    These Alfredo meatballs are baked in the oven, then smothered in a velvety homemade sauce. Serve them over hot pasta...


    Gnocchi Mac and Cheese

    Gnocchi mac and cheese might be the most indulgent mac and cheese ever. Instead of regular noodles, the recipe is...


    Stabilized Whipped Cream

    Instant pudding mix turns weepy whipped cream into stabilized whipped cream, which is strong and stiff enough to frost cakes...


    Copycat Trader Joe’s Maple Leaf Cookies

    With this copycat Trader Joe's maple leaf cookies recipe in hand, there's no need to visit the store! We pack...


    Ube Cookies

    Ube cookies are soft, chewy and filled generously with ube jam. White chocolate chips are studded throughout the cookies with...

    Ricotta Pancakes

    Ricotta pancakes turn an everyday breakfast into something special with their cloudlike texture and golden, crispy edges.


    Gnocchi Carbonara

    Gnocchi carbonara is a twist on the classic Italian dish, featuring tender gnocchi tossed in a silky Parmesan and egg...


    French Toast Muffins

    These French toast muffins are the perfect spin on the breakfast classic. The muffin cups come together in minutes and...


    Dairy-Free Pumpkin Pie

    This dairy-free pumpkin pie delivers all the cozy flavor of the classic with none of the lactose thanks to almond...


    Slow-Cooker Cranberry Sauce

    Free up your stovetop when cooking for the holidays with this flavorful slow-cooker cranberry sauce recipe. This simple but classic...


    Apple Pie-Stuffed Cookies

    These pillowy apple-pie stuffed cookies provide you with a new way to enjoy your favorite fall dessert.