Microwaves: Techniques, Care, Guides & Recipes

Chloe, my 3-year-old, is a big fan of these healthy peppers, which have a wonderful thyme flavor. She likes to...

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

If you're busy, but would still like to make something special for the holidays, try this fudge. It uses candy...

Anyone with a sweet tooth will go hog wild for these candy-coated pigs. My mother-in-law and I made the cute,...

My mom and I used to prepare these Rice Krispie cookies for Christmas every year. Making them with just the...

Yummy chocolate-dipped fruits make a perfect dessert and a pretty arrangement on your table. I like to use them for...

Add a few simple herbs to this microwave-fast recipe for a nutritious veggie side dish. Melissa Just - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Using canned tuna keeps this dish right in a target budget. A dollop of pickle relish on top brings out...

“After trying a friend’s iced hazelnut latte, I was hooked. This homemade version has less than 150 calories.” —Marie Fibelstad,...

These incredible melt-in-your-mouth candies have the perfect amount of mint nestled between layers of mild chocolate. Even when I make...

Enjoy the taste and comfort of this classic soup through the convenience of microwave cooking. "It's a recipe that I...

Making microwave Brussels sprouts is one of the fastest ways to prepare a flavorful side dish that's largely hands-of in...

"Our children never liked cauliflower until I started serving it this way," reports Stephanie Myers of Mobile, Alabama. "They love...

"This smooth, chocolaty pudding tastes old-fashioned but stirs up in a jiffy," promises Myra Innes from Auburn, Kansas. "It's much...

I finish off many of my meals with this dessert, a tart and tongue-tingling dessert that's a breeze to cook...

This simple dessert has lots of fruit and a golden oat topping. I typically use apples, but pears also work...

After working all day, Nancy Johnson of Connersville, Indiana relies on this fat-to-fix main dish that's similar to a stir-fry...

"My family always smiles when I fix these chocolates," writes Ginny Truwe of Mankato, Minnesota. "They recall the winter when...

When I need to make a treat on a moment's notice, this is the recipe I reach for. The brownies...

"These flavorful enchiladas are my sister's favorite - she requests them whenever we get together," writes Lisa Zamora of Beloit,...

"The recipe for this beautiful blend came from a local berry farm some years ago," notes Linda Jo Wahlgren of...

This fast-to-fix chipped beef on toast makes a hearty breakfast or light lunch. A creamy sauce prepared in the microwave...

Years ago, folks in Maine ate potatoes every day and used leftovers in bread, doughnuts and even candy. This chocolate...

These wedges taste like baked potatoes but are faster to make because they cook in the microwave. The simple seasoning...

"I like to cook and enjoy trying new recipes," relates Diana Coppernoll of Linden, North Carolina. A cream cheese topping...

"This is an easy way to season fresh corn on the cob," promises Suzanne McKinley of Lyons, Georgia.

A taco shell makes a good holder for a hot dog dressed up with a tasty combination of baked beans...

Pineapple, kiwi and a hint of lime blend nicely in this unique combination. It’s especially good slathered on biscuits. —Sondra...

This is a must have accompaniment in my home. It goes well with Italian dishes to a simple salad dishes.—Stephanie...