
Vegan Cream of Mushroom Soup
I love mushrooms and am learning how to make heartier dishes out of my old favorites. This delicious vegan cream...

Chicken Satay Noodles
This recipe is so quick and easy. It was given to me by a friend and it tastes just like...

23 Microwave Recipes Your College Kid Can Make
With these microwave recipe for college students, the student in your life can spend more time hitting the books and...

14 Dinners You Can Actually Make in the Microwave
Some days are just too hot to turn on the oven. These microwave meals are here for you when those...

How to Find Your Microwave’s Wattage
Not sure how to find your microwave's wattage? You're not alone. This task is often not as easy as it...

20 Microwave Tricks Every Cook Needs to Know
Your microwave can do more than heat up leftovers! Here are a handful of microwave tricks that will change the...

Peach Panna Cotta
This no-bake dessert is guaranteed to cool you off in the summer heat. I really enjoy the texture—rich and creamy...

Why Do Peeps Explode in the Microwave?
Every kid's favorite Easter-time party trick just so happens to have an interesting science lesson behind it.


Football Cake Pops
My son loves football! For his eighth birthday, I made cake pops with a rich chocolate cake center and a...

Parmesan-Ranch Snack Mix
This is a quick, easy and delicious snack, especially for kids. No one I've made it for can have just...

Brookie Recipe
"Brookies" are the tasty result of two baked goods joining forces. Treat yourself to this chocolate chip cookie brownie recipe!

Edamame Hummus
Change up your hummus game by swapping in soybeans for chickpeas. Edamame hummus is as good as traditional hummus as...

10 Foods That You Shouldn’t Reheat in a Microwave
We already know better than to nuke plastic—or heaven forbid aluminum foil—but certain foods can become downright toxic when blasted...


Almond-Pecan Date Truffles
My daughter and I came across a date candy recipe when she was learning about ancient Egypt. We changed some...

Peanut Butter, Honey & Pear Open-Faced Sandwiches
I work a 12-hour night shift at a hospital, and when I come home in the morning, I don't want...

Witches’ Fingers
You don't need a cauldron to conjure these frightening fingers. They're a sweet-and-salty treat that's spookily easy to make. —Beth...

How to Microwave Leftovers (Without Destroying Them)
Whether it's last night's steak or Sunday's quiche, we've found the best way to heat up your favorite meal one...

23 Easy Microwave Meals and Treats You Can Make in Minutes
Get breakfast, lunch, dinner and even dessert on the table in minutes with these microwave recipes. These easy microwave meals...


Nacho Casserole
Hearty and filling, this nacho casserole is both easy to make and easy to make your own: It welcomes customizations,...

Greek Brown and Wild Rice Bowls
This fresh rice dish tastes like the Mediterranean in a bowl! It is short on ingredients but packs in so...

Asparagus Spinach Salad with Chicken
We love all the fresh fruits and vegetables that are available in the summer. This salad is one of our...

Beet Hummus
Break out of the plain hummus rut with this beet hummus recipe. Earthy, sweet beets are a vibrant, wholesome addition...

I’ve Lived Without a Microwave for 4 Months (and Counting!). Here’s What It...
Microwaves seem like a kitchen essential—until they start getting in the way. What's life like without one?

The Real Reason You Need to Microwave Popcorn “This Side Up”
Ever wondered what would happen if you cooked microwave popcorn upside down? Would it explode? Here's the real deal.

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
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
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...