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The Thanksgiving Dishes An Expert Recommends Making In Your Air Fryer

You have limited oven real estate on Thanksgiving. Here are two dishes that can (and should) be made in your air fryer, according to an expert.

Banquet frozen meals arranged on wooden table

11 Banquet Frozen Meals, Ranked Worst To Best

Frozen foods are undoubtedly convenient to keep on hand. We tested Banquet meals to find the best, but some options were bland, sad, and uninteresting.

A woman ordering a sandwich off the menu at a Jersey Mike's location.

15 Subs And Sides I Wish Jersey Mike's Would Put On The Menu

I like Jersey Mike's because it is a dependable sandwich chain. Still, have some thoughts on foods it should consider adding to the menu.

red wine being poured into various wine glasses on table

The Glass Shape That Makes Red Wine Taste Better

Different wines have different glass needs, which is why Tasting Table consulted beverage expert Amy Racine on what glass is best for red wines.

Six different Arby's sides and snacks on a countertop

6 Arby's Sides, Ranked Worst To Best

We all know Arby's has the meats, but when it comes to its sides, the chain is dishing out much more than just curly fries. Let's put them to the taste test.

Three slices of pizza from popular chains Domino's, Pizza Hut, and Papa Johns

One Pizza Chain's Stuffed Crust Wins In Flavor And Texture, But Lost Us With The Price

In a recent Tasting Table taste test of stuffed-crust pizza from varied chains, one pie was delicious — but we had to shell out too much dough for it.

5 boxes white cake mix behind a piece of each cake on a long cutting board

5 White Cake Mixes, Ranked Worst To Best

Not all boxed white cake mixes deliver the same results. We ranked five store-bought options from worst to best to see which ones are worth baking.

5 Store-Bought Pie Crust Mixes, Ranked Worst To Best

Store-bought pie crust mix can simplify your baking routine. We tried five mix brands to see which one produced the most flavorful and best-textured pie crust.

an uncooked puck of instant ramen noodles with seasoning packages and chopsticks

Should You Cook Instant Ramen In An Air Fryer? We Asked An Expert

Just because you see a cooking hack on TikTok doesn't mean it's a good idea. We spoke with an expert about the recent trend of air-frying ramen.

Egg McMuffin from McDonald's with egg, Canadian bacon, and cheese sitting on yellow paper wrapping.

For A Creamier McDonald's McMuffin, Make This Simple Request

A McDonald's McMuffin is a breakfast classic, but sometimes the sandwich can be a little dry. Luckily, there's an easy way to make it even better.

14 different Betty Crocker frosting tubs on a wooden surface

14 Betty Crocker Frosting Flavors, Ranked

We took on the delicious task of trying several Betty Crocker frostings, which range from classics like chocolate to more whimsical picks like Rainbow Chip.

6 different store-bought pecan pies on a table

6 Store-Bought Pecan Pies, Ranked Worst To Best

Not all store-bought pecan pies are created equal. We ranked six different options to see which deserve a spot on your holiday dessert table.

Bonne Maman's 5 Pie Filling Flavors, Ranked

Bonne Maman has a reputation for quality jams, and now, pie fillings. We tried each flavor of the line-up so you don't have to, even though you should.

four whole baked pies on wood background

4 Mrs. Smith's Frozen Pie Flavors, Ranked

How good can frozen pies be? We tested four options from Mrs. Smith, and one stood out as the best, most impressive option of the bunch.

Wendy's hamburgers pictured on a speckled granite countertop

Not The Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger, Not The Baconator: Wendy's Has Another Bacon Burger Most Recommended By Our Ranking

When it comes to Wendy's selection of bacon burger, more strips doesn't always lead to a better bite. Instead, this savory burger rival is all about balance.

13 Tacos From Del Taco, Ranked

It seems fitting that the taco menu at Del Taco's is extensive, but we gladly took on a challenge to go through the menu to rank all the tacos we could find.

A pot of rich beef chili next to a plate of golden cornbread and spices

Chili Can Taste Bland — Amplify Its Flavor With One Simple Step (No Extra Ingredients Required)

There is often a simple fix for adding more flavor to chili that doesn't require adding any extra ingredients or effort.

Various Great Value soup cans on countertop

10 Great Value Canned Soups, Ranked

If you've considered picking up a can of Great Value soup, there are a couple of options that are actually incredible. Others, well, are quite terrible.

Large chunks of ice melting and steaming on top of a flat top grill.

Can You Really Clean A Flat-Top Grill With Ice?

Cleaning your flat-top grill with ice may make a quick, flashy way to clean up does it actually work? We talked to an expert to find out.

The Hottest Restaurant Trend Of 2026 Takes Cooking Steak To The Next Level

This trend is incredibly hot right now, both literally and figuratively. We spoke with a chef about the trend, how it upgrades steak, and much more.

7 Roast Beef Deli Meat Brands, Ranked Worst To Best

Roast beef is a popular deli item, but which brand makes the best? We tried offerings from seven brands and ranked them from worst to best to find out.

New items from Starbucks' 2026 holiday menu lineup

Review: Starbucks' 2026 Holiday Menu Has A Lot Of Hits And A Few Misses

Starbucks dropped its holiday menu for 2026 on 11/5, and I headed right over to try a spread of new drinks plus a few new food items. Here's what I think.

All five slices of Cracker Barrel's holiday pies sit on a counter in individual black containers in two rows

Every Cracker Barrel Holiday Pie, Ranked Worst To Best

Cracker Barrel's seasonal pies make holiday entertaining easy. We tried all five and ranked them from worst to best based on their flavor and texture.

If You Have Frozen Tater Tots, Parmesan, And Parsley, You Have The Start Of A Tasty Appetizer Ready In 30 Minutes

Our original recipe for savory smashed spuds couldn't be easier, and these compressed tater tots provide a blank canvas for all kinds of condiments.

Where Chefs Love To Eat In Dallas

We asked three Dallas chefs to share their favorite local restaurants, from upscale French dining and sushi to ramen, burgers, and Texas barbecue.

Six colorful Dunkin' drinks in plastic cups and a donut with sprinkles on a table inside a Dunkin'

Review: Dunkin's Avengers Menu Includes 6 Super Drinks And 1 Villainously Bad Donut

Dunkin' channeled the spirit of the Multiverse with its "Avengers" menu. But are any of its six new drinks, or Avenging Donut, worth ordering? We found out.

10 Samuel Adams Beers, Ranked

From Boston Lager to seasonal favorites, we tasted and ranked 10 Samuel Adams beers to see which deserve a spot in your fridge — and which fall flat.