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Our Best Basic Chocolate Chip Cookies

How to Make Chocolate Chip Cookies

Chocolate chip cookies are a classic dessert, and you probably have a recipe that's been handed down through generations. Here, you'll find our top tips from the Better Homes and Gardens test kitchen on how to bake chocolate chip cookies.

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Our Best Chocolate Chip Cookies

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9 Must-Have Grill Tools for Your Best Barbecue Ever

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Our Best Grilling Recipes

Fire up the grill and try one of our favorite grilling recipes for your next summer cookout or barbecue. Choose from our classic main dishes—grilled chicken, steak, burgers, salmon, ribs, and more—or a delicious side, like our grilled corn or pineapple. We even have dessert covered—all fresh off the grill.

How to Light a Charcoal Grill to Host the Hottest Summer Barbecue Bash

Your cooking skills are about to be on fire—in the best way! Cooking on a charcoal grill is easy if you know certain tricks about how to light a charcoal grill. Master our tips for starting a charcoal grill like a pit pro.

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