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French fries are one of life’s guilty pleasures. But have you ever made them from scratch before? Pan-fried french fries are easier to make (and even less messy) than you might think! The secret to the best skillet french fries ...

Taste of HomeToad in the Hole SandwichCheck out this video for how to make a Toad in the Hole Sandwich! Toad in the Hole Bacon Sandwich Switch up the cheese—pepper jack gives a nice kick—or use sliced kielbasa, ham or ...

We’re closing in on Valentine’s Day—can you believe it’s less than a month away?—and everyone’s rolling out the sweetest treats fit for your true love. Target has us head over heels for this solid chocolate avocado, and even the pickiest ...

Lodge Camp Dutch Oven Lid Lifter If you’re taking your Dutch oven on a camping trip, a lid lifter is an absolutely essential accessory. We like this one from Lodge ($21) because it allows you to lift the lid, rotate ...

Sometimes, baking for an event takes a bit of planning ahead. Here’s a look at how to freeze a homemade pie in advance—and how to bake it later. FYI: You can freeze and bake cookies, too. Can You Freeze Pie? ...

Easter Bunny Rolls If you’re planning an Easter feast, why not hop to it and roll out a bevy of bunnies? They’ll multiply quicker than you think…and your hearty eaters will “cotton” to them! —Bonnie Myers, Callaway, Nebraska Get Recipe ...

Sloppy joes are an all-American classic. Like a lot of you, this was one of my favorite meals as a child. They were the best! Later on, I learned how to make sloppy joes from scratch so I knew exactly ...

Salmon with Horseradish Pistachio Crust Impress everyone at your table with this elegant but easy salmon that’s delicious and nutritious. You can substitute scallions for shallots if you like. —Linda Press Wolfe, Cross River, New York Get Recipe Maple-Glazed Salmon ...

Whether it was for a first date, meeting the parents or a newlywed dish, these are the recipes that left our readers falling in love. Treat your significant other to something sweet this Valentine’s Day with these adorable dessert recipes. ...

I’m definitely not a gourmet baker, but when it comes time to decorate cupcakes for a party, I like them to look fabulous. Luckily, you don’t need special piping bags or fancy metal tips to decorate cupcakes. We’re going to ...