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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    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...


    Frozen Peanut Butter and Chocolate Terrine

    2 reviews

    This terrine can be made ahead of time and stored in the freezer. When served, it cuts easily, revealing the...


    Chocolate-Covered Cheese with Black Sea Salt

    1 review

    Every time I make these for guests or for a cooking demo about real food made simply, people rave about...


    Chocolate-Covered Pomegranate Seeds

    1 review

    I dunk pomegranate seeds in chocolate to get these easy little treats friends and family love. —Jim Javorsky, Havre de...


    Strawberry Cheesecake Bites

    2 reviews

    These strawberry cheesecake bites are quick and easy, a perfect combo of sweet, creamy cheesecake and chocolate-covered strawberries.


    Egg-Topped Avocado Toast

    6 reviews

    We always have avocados on hand, so it's easy to make this quick breakfast toast for my husband and me....


    Roasted Sweet Potato & Chickpea Pitas

    2 reviews

    Here's a hearty take on Mediterranean food, this time with sweet potatoes tucked inside. These unique pockets are delicious for...


    Homemade Butterfinger Bites

    4 reviews

    Bent on using up a stash of leftover candy corn, I decided to experiment. Turns out, if you melt it,...

    Crunchy Granola Pretzel Sticks

    I love this healthier portable snack that's sweet, crunchy and fun to make. If you don't have granola, use other...


    Fruity No-Bake Cookies

    2 reviews

    Keep your kitchen cool with these freezer cookies made with fruity cereal. They're extra sweet and even more fun for...


    S’mores No-Bake Cookies

    5 reviews

    There's no easier way to get that s'mores goodness in your kitchen. Mix these cookies together and chill till you're...


    Slow-Cooked Big Breakfast

    We make this during holidays or on mornings when we know we're going to have a busy day. You can...


    Butterscotch-Rum Raisin Treats

    2 reviews

    I love making rum raisin rice pudding around the holidays. Those flavors inspired this recipe. Crispy rice cereal adds crunch,...


    Spaghetti Squash Lo Mein

    1 review

    My colorful Lo Mein is a lighter version of the classic Chinese dish that everyone at our table loves. Try...


    Yankee Rancheros

    8 reviews

    After my in-laws began affectionately referring to me as a Yankee, I decided I had to learn to make some...


    Shrimp with Coconut Rice

    2 reviews

    You may not be able to see the coconut milk, but it's such a treat in this dish. Add a...


    Pretzel Puppy Chow

    1 review

    This variation on regular puppy chow replaces peanut butter with Nutella and chipotle for a delicious spicy-sweet combination. —Taste of...

    Candy-Licious Fudge

    3 reviews

    A no-fuss fudge prepared in the microwave that tastes like a candy bar? It sounds too good to be true,...


    Chocolate Cake in a Mug

    9 reviews

    Why is this chocolate cake in a mug the most dangerous recipe in the world? Because you’re now only minutes...


    Maple-Bacon White Chocolate Fudge

    1 review

    Tired of the same old fudge? Try my recipe with white chips, maple flavoring and bacon. Then be prepared to...


    Chocolate Rum-Soaked Cherries

    3 reviews

    I adore chocolate-covered cherries. Who doesn’t? But there’s something extra special about making them in my own kitchen for my...


    Turtle Snack Mix

    A decadent turtle sundae I had at a restaurant inspired this sweet-salty snack mix. Just try to stop at one...


    Twice-Baked Red Potatoes

    6 reviews

    Before my baby was born, I was in nesting mode and made lots of freezable recipes like these creamy red...

    Cajun Fish Tacos

    2 reviews

    Classic fish tacos often feature deep-fried fish, a corn tortilla, cabbage and a thin mayo-based sauce. But we found that...


    Curry Rice Pilaf

    1 review

    Salted cashews add a nice crunch to this simple rice dish flavored with curry and turmeric.


    Herbed Corn and Carrots

    Bail, parsley and onion salt dress up this simple veggie medley in moments. It has so much flavor, you'd never...


    Sausage-Stuffed Red Potatoes

    2 reviews

    My husband and I have a large garden and we always plant red potatoes so I am always trying to...


    Simple Iced Coffee

    My husband came up with this recipe to replace the soda he was drinking every morning. It's a delicious alternative...


    Whiskey-Glazed Pecans

    2 reviews

    I call these my Jack Daniels Pecans. The subtlety spiked buttery coating makes them an addictive little nosh during a...