Microwaves: Techniques, Care, Guides & Recipes

Your microwave oven can be used for more than heating up leftovers. Learn the secrets to this kitchen must-have with our microwave recipes, tips, techniques and more.

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    Gourmet Caramel Apples

    2 reviews

    These drizzled confections look gorgeous and taste over-the-top yummy. With peanut butter flavor and a salty burst, they'll be the...


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    Mini S’mores

    13 reviews

    Forget the campfire, the smoke and fumbling with flaming marshmallows. These mini s'mores capture all the flavors of the classic...


    Pecan Brittle

    10 reviews

    Sweet, nutty and a little buttery, pecan brittle is the perfect treat for the holiday season (or any season). Unlike...


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    Breakfast Wraps

    6 reviews

    For a quick and simple start to the day, pop these pre-made breakfast wraps in the microwave for one minute.


    Cheesecake Bites

    25 reviews

    If you like cheesecake, you'll love these chocolate-covered cheesecake bites. They're perfect for parties, or as a bite-sized treat you...


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    Pasta with Creamy Sweet Potato Sauce

    7 reviews

    This creamy pasta dish is the result of combining two different recipes. I often turn it into a main dish...


    Coconut Nests

    2 reviews

    These coconut nests are so easy and fun to make, the kiddos can join in! They don't require any cooking,...


    Turkey Rice Casserole

    7 reviews

    Getting a comforting meal on the table in no time couldn't be any easier thanks to this nourishing turkey rice...

    White Chocolate Popcorn

    1 review

    White chocolate popcorn with crushed peppermint is a delightfully sweet, fluffy and crunchy DIY snack for at-home movie nights or...


    Hot Roast Beef Sandwich

    8 reviews

    This hot roast beef sandwich will remind you of the classic version, but store-bought mashed potatoes and gravy and deli...


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    Chocolate-Covered Strawberries

    3 reviews

    We are all about chocolate! Follow our simple guide to make decadent chocolate-covered strawberries at home.


    Honey-Glazed Carrots

    7 reviews

    My mother used sugar in this recipe, but a local man who keeps bees on our farm shares honey with...


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    White Chocolate Chex Mix

    49 reviews

    White chocolate Chex mix is the perfect balance of sweet, salty and crunchy, which makes it hard to resist. This...


    Microwave Brown Sugar Squash

    7 reviews

    You'll love this sinfully good side dish that works with just about any meal. With brown sugar, butter and honey,...


    Microwave Rice Pilaf

    4 reviews

    This speedy side dish complements almost any main dish. It's just the right amount for my husband and me, but...


    Sweet-Tooth Popcorn

    3 reviews

    I like to be creative with this popcorn recipe and add different things to make it festive for the holidays....


    Chocolate Chip Bars

    4 reviews

    People are always surprised when I tell them these chocolate chip bars come from the microwave. Chockfull of chocolate chips,...

    Mint Brownie Cheesecake Cups

    2 reviews

    Set several plates of these fuss-free brownie cheesecake bites around the house for guests to munch on as they mingle....


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    Coconut Snowballs

    4 reviews

    Coconut snowballs are a truffle-like treat with a tropical flavor. With creamy coconut filling and a candy bark shell, they'll...


    Chocolate Cake Roll with Praline Filling

    8 reviews

    This show-stopping cake roll was one of the first “complicated” recipes I ever attempted to prepare. I discovered it was...


    White Chocolate Peppermint Crunch

    12 reviews

    This is my favorite confection to make at Christmas. Not only is it easy, it's delicious as well. I like...


    Creme de Menthe Truffles

    2 reviews

    I found this in a box of recipe clippings and decided to give them a whirl. I'm so glad I...


    Cashew Brittle

    21 reviews

    I like this quick and easy recipe because it doesn't require a candy thermometer. It also makes a wonderful gift...

    Sausage Stuffed Acorn Squash

    16 reviews

    Sweet acorn squash with sausage stuffing is surprisingly quick when you use the microwave to do the heavy lifting.


    Fruit & Granola Crisp with Yogurt

    Here's an easy recipe you can feel good about. Blueberries and peaches are such a delightful flavor combination. —Sue Schmidtke,...


    No-Bake Chocolate-Pecan Tartlets

    At the last minute, I frantically came up with this treat for a holiday tea. The tartlets were quickly gobbled...


    Honeyed Carrots with Citrus-Basil Gremolata

    2 reviews

    I love the scent of fresh basil. It's even better when paired with fresh citrus peel! In this recipe, the...


    Tropical Squash and Black Bean Burritos

    1 review

    The pineapple salsa in these hearty burritos gives you a taste of the tropics on a chilly day. Stuffed with...


    Chocolate Anise Cannoli

    Here’s that something-special treat you’ve been looking to add to your holiday cookie trays! We guarantee these wonton-wrapped bites with...