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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    Lime-in-the-Coconut Almond Bark

    6 reviews

    I love the combination of flavors in this tropical treat, and it takes mere minutes to make. If you need...


    French Vanilla Mocha

    1 review

    My husband and I have spent hours trying to create coffeehouse drinks. This is the closest we've come. You can...


    Gluten-Free Chocolate Snack Mix

    2 reviews

    Being gluten-intolerant, I experiment with a lot of recipes. This sweet snack is fun for kids and adults alike! —Angela...


    Turkey Dinner Cupcakes

    17 reviews

    Here's a turkey that even a vegetarian would love. Have a little fun on Thanksgiving and serve these right alongside...


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    Rosemary-Lemon Grilled Chicken

    15 reviews

    Here's a simple dish with big bold lemon and rosemary flavors that's made with very few ingredients. It's great by...


    Halloween Pretzel Treats

    1 review

    Sweet and salty snack sticks: What's not to love? An added bonus—these treats can easily be customized for any holiday....


    Southwest Zucchini Boats

    18 reviews

    These fun “boats” are packed with a tasty taco meat filling that’s both hearty and family-friendly. —Taste Recipes Test...


    Salmon with Tarragon Sauce

    1 review

    Here’s a fast and foolproof microwave method for tender salmon steaks covered with a distinctive Dijon and green onion sauce....

    Chocolate-Covered Bacon

    14 reviews

    Indulge in the ultimate fair-food treat at home with this easy chocolate-covered bacon recipe, ready in under an hour. Customize...


    Chicken Florentine Meatballs

    30 reviews

    Served over squash and a chunky, mushroom-tomato sauce, these tender meatballs are tops when it comes to great flavor. —Diane...


    Bart’s Black Bean Soup for Two

    1 review

    This soup is made in minutes. We enjoy it with Herbed Dinner Rolls from an older issue of Simple &...


    Hot Buttered Rum Party Mix

    A spicy mix of crisp cereal, soft marshmallows and rum extract make this a delicious treat to nosh on with...


    Chili-Lime Snack Mix

    1 review

    Why buy a pricey bagged snack mix when you can easily make a better-tasting one at home? Create a Southwestern...


    Sausage-Stuffed Butternut Squash

    6 reviews

    This sausage-stuffed butternut squash recipe will be a new favorite in your home because it's filling, healthy and surprisingly easy...


    Parmesan Butternut Squash

    7 reviews

    Butternut squash sprinkled with Parmesan and bread crumbs makes a superb side dish we love to share. Using the microwave...


    Kids’ Sushi

    2 reviews

    I’ve taken these fun mock sushi rolls to picnics and parties and served them at home with an Asian dinner....


    White Chocolate Popcorn Deluxe

    5 reviews

    This popcorn recipe is so fast and simple. I take it to potlucks and for the teachers' table at work....

    Mediterranean Chicken with Spaghetti Squash

    18 reviews

    Brimming with classic Mediterranean ingredients, this restaurant-quality dish will be an instant dinnertime hit. Serve it with a quick salad...


    Strawberry Ghosts

    57 reviews

    Kids will gasp in delight at these adorable ghosts. Juicy strawberries, chocolate and a lick of almond flavor make these...


    Easy Latte

    2 reviews

    A latte has the same ingredients as a cappuccino, but is topped with just a thin layer of foamy milk....


    Easy Cappuccino

    Traditionally, a cappuccino is one part espresso mixed with one part steamed milk, then topped with one part foamed milk....


    Coconut Creme Chocolates

    4 reviews

    I'm a proud wife, mom of three and grandma of many. I've cooked many things over the years, including these...


    Ghastly Pear Ghosts

    4 reviews

    These treats are a fun alternative to traditional caramel apples. Wrap them up and give as gifts at your Halloween...

    Candy Pizza Heart

    9 reviews

    I found this recipe in an old cookbook and changed a few ingredients to suit my family's taste. My children...


    Spicy Crab Dip

    10 reviews

    With cayenne pepper and hot sauce (both optional), this delicious dip doubles up on the heat. Chock-full of crabmeat, this...


    Gruesome Green Toes

    4 reviews

    With only four ingredients and no baking, you'll be in and out of the kitchen in no time with this...


    Pronto Vegetarian Peppers

    13 reviews

    In the summer I love to serve these peppers with salad and a roll. At the end of summer, I...


    Herb Mix for Dipping Oil

    8 reviews

    We combine a blend of herbs to create this mouthwatering mix. Plumping the herbs in water before stirring into olive...


    Hosts of Ghosts

    5 reviews

    This is a simple four-ingredient recipe that can create a wide variety of ghosts, each with a different personality! The...