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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    Breakfast Scramble

    Fuel your morning with this tasty skillet breakfast scramble. This recipe features ground beef, potatoes, tomatoes, eggs and Velveeta for...


    Taco Rice

    Our classic meal-in-a-skillet taco rice recipe is a quick solution if you’re in a hurry, but can also provide the...


    Pepperoni Pasta

    Layered with three cheeses, two meats and a few veggies for good measure, pepperoni pasta is yummy, decadent and bound...


    Hot Dog Sauce

    A hot dog sauce doesn't have to be something out of a can or served from a restaurant, our recipe...


    Peanut Butter Chews

    Peanut butter chews combine creamy peanut butter with crunchy cornflakes for a sweet homemade snack that looks like you went...


    Green Bean Chicken Casserole

    Your family's favorite cheesy chicken rice  meets the classic Thanksgiving side to make a green bean chicken casserole that is...


    French Toast Casserole with Cream Cheese

    French toast casserole with cream cheese is the best make-ahead breakfast for busy mornings. Each serving has cubes of bread...


    Pineapple Fluff

    Pineapple fluff is a delightfully retro fruit salad—or is it a dessert?—with surprisingly delicious flavors and textures. This dish is...

    Morning Glory Muffins

    Moisture-rich and loaded with hearty goodies, this morning glory recipe is a healthier muffin option. As a bonus, this is...


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    Chocolate Banana Bread

    What isn't made better by chocolate? This old-fashioned chocolate banana bread recipe is as easy as it is delicious. It's...


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    Basic White Sauce

    Making bechamel opens up a world of possibilities. Master the technique with this simple white sauce recipe and you'll be...


    Perfect Scalloped Oysters

    This restaurant classic is an attainable luxury that can easily elevate any meal.


    Raspberry Bars with Coconut

    These raspberry bars with coconut taste like summer, but you can make them at any time. They use preserves instead...


    Yellow Split Pea Soup

    This hearty and flavorful yellow split pea soup blends tender split peas with sauteed onions and celery, finished with a...


    Meat Fondue

    Fun to cook and tasty thanks to a pair of homemade sauces, this meat fondue recipe is one you'll come...


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    Grilled Salmon Fillet

    Grilling salmon is a fantastic way to enjoy this rich, buttery fish—and our recipe makes it incredibly easy. In just...


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    Christmas Sugar Cookies

    Who says cutout Christmas sugar cookies need to be difficult? These subtly spiced cookies have a bit of tang from...

    Eggnog Pie

    Anyone who likes to imbibe the creamy holiday drink is going to love eggnog pie. A buttery pie crust is...


    Pumpkin Pound Cake

    Our contest-winning pumpkin pound cake is easy to prepare, and topped with a sweet and nutty walnut sauce, it's perfect...


    German Chocolate Upside-Down Cake

    Upside-down cakes don't have to be made with fruit. This German chocolate upside-down cake is satisfyingly rich and sweet, and...


    Lemon Meringue Cake

    This lemon meringue cake boasts seven layers of citrusy sweetness. It’s a showstopping dessert perfect for any special occasion, from...


    Orange Sweet Potatoes

    Our show-stopping baked orange sweet potatoes make for one vibrant, crowd-pleasing side dish for the holidays and special events.


    Herb-Crusted Salmon

    Salmon is remarkably versatile, but this herb-crusted salmon may just become your new favorite cooking method. It's quick and easy,...

    Cinnamon French Toast

    This cinnamon French toast recipe is not only incredibly tasty, it's incredibly easy to make, too.


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    Crepes

    Using this simple crepe recipe, you can create "skinny pancakes" to fill with all your favorites like strawberry jam, Nutella...


    Cinnamon Roll Focaccia

    Cinnamon roll focaccia marries a classic American pastry with an Italian bread-making tradition, resulting in a sweetly yummy breakfast treat.


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    Creamy Lemon Chicken

    This creamy lemon chicken transforms simple ingredients into a restaurant-quality meal in just 45 minutes. The secret ingredient to its...


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    Banana Walnut Bread

    This banana walnut bread is delicious, comforting and super speedy to prepare. It doesn't take much more than sugary bananas...


    Tomato Bread

    Easy to make and bursting with savory, herby flavor, this baked tomato bread will soon be a favorite in your...