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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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    Carrot Cake Latte

    Who says you can't have your cake and drink it too? This carrot cake latte with cream cheese cold foam...


    Malted Chocolate Chip Cookies

    A variation on the classic favorite, these malted chocolate chip cookies have a little something extra going on.


    Miso Gravy

    Miso gravy has the perfect mix of umami, nuance and depth. Everyone can smother their Thanksgiving plates with it—vegans and...


    Hot Honey

    When you keep a jar of hot honey in your pantry, suddenly every charcuterie board, brunch plate and late-night snack...


    French Blondies

    These French blondies are inspired by Taylor Swift's favorite cocktail, the French Blonde. Just like the drink, they're infused with...


    Sweet Potato Sugar Cookie Delight

    This sweet potato sugar cookie delight recipe layers a dessert-like sweet potato filling on top of a sugar cookie slab...


    Mushroom Gravy

    This mushroom gravy is a holiday must-have, especially if you'd rather skip the fuss of pan drippings.


    Bacon Cheeseburger Pizza

    For the nights you crave a burger and a slice at the same time, bacon cheeseburger pizza is your ticket...

    Sausage, Peppers and Potatoes

    This easy one-pan sausage, peppers and potatoes bake is a rustic, cozy meal that makes any weeknight feel special.


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    7-Layer Salad

    This colorful 7-layer salad is as beautiful as it is delicious. Build it in a clear glass bowl to show...


    Pumpkin Truffles

    These bite-sized pumpkin truffles look and taste like pumpkins, thanks to pumpkin butter and puree mixed into the white chocolate...


    Dirty Chai Espresso Martini

    A dirty chai espresso martini is where cozy fall flavor meets speakeasy glamour.


    Slow-Cooker Marry Me Chicken

    Spend less time at the stove and more time with your honey by making flavorful slow-cooker marry me chicken.


    Pumpkin Spice Moscow Mule

    The pumpkin spice Moscow mule is an autumnal twist on the classic, spiked with cinnamon simple syrup and real pumpkin.


    Chicken Gnocchi Pesto Soup

    Chicken gnocchi pesto soup is rich and filling, yet takes less than 30 minutes to make. Get the crusty bread...


    Caramel Apple Focaccia

    Caramel apple focaccia bread is a gooey, sweet take on the viral no-knead focaccia trend that's been sweeping the internet.


    Pumpkin Spice Creamer

    With warm spices, real pumpkin puree and sweet maple syrup, this pumpkin spice creamer adds a taste of fall to...

    Cereal Milk Latte

    This cereal milk latte made with Lucky Charms is magically delicious!


    Green Beans with Pomegranate Seeds

    This recipe for green beans with pomegranate seeds proves that even just five ingredients can create a rustic and versatile...


    Hugo Spritz Cocktail

    You'll only need five ingredients to make a refreshing, bubbly Hugo spritz.


    Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwiches

    These crispy, juicy Nashville hot chicken sandwiches are an explosion of textures and spice.


    Chorizo Breakfast Burritos

    These chorizo breakfast burritos are filled with hearty ingredients and packed with flavor. Try them as an easy-prep breakfast or...


    California Burrito

    What's not to love about a California burrito? It's packed with juicy steak, guacamole, salsa and—yes!—fries. A perfect complete meal...

    Grinch Fruit Kabobs

    All you need to make healthy, festive Grinch fruit kabobs are skewers, fresh fruit and mini marshmallows.


    Apple Butter Thumbprint Cookies

    These deliciously autumnal apple butter thumbprint cookies have a soft and tender texture, plenty of cinnamon and pools of silky...


    Fruity Pebbles Milk ‘n’ Cereal Bars

    Take a sweet trip down memory lane with homemade Fruity Pebbles milk 'n' cereal bars.


    Crispy Rice Salad

    Baking leftover rice on a sheet pan gives it a crispy texture and golden color. Then, topping it with a...


    Enchiladas Suizas

    This creamy, spicy enchiladas suizas recipe translates your favorite restaurant meal into a simple chicken casserole you can make at...


    Chopped Chicken Caesar Salad Sandwiches

    Imagine: A creamy garlicky dressing, crunchy romaine lettuce and hearty chicken all encased in a chewy bun that's like a...