Cooking with Gear & Gadgets

"I copied this recipe from my mom before my husband and I were married," recalls Nancy Carpenter, Sidney, Montana. "These...

This easy tuna melt sandwich recipe will make you feel like a kid again.

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

"This thick colorful chowder was so well received the first time I made it that some of us had to...

A creamy lemon-dill spread adds summery flavor to tender chicken served between slices of grilled French bread with slices of...

"I prepare this beef mixture on weekends when I have a little more time," relates Debbie Hodge of Kitscoty, Alberta....

Fresh berries and cream cheese create the creamy middle in these French toast sandwiches. Because you prepare this breakfast bake...

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

"My husband and I like this nicely spiced combination on days when we're pressed for time," comments Carolyn Gubser of...

Jean Lawson shares this treasured recipe that pairs tender chops with hearty carrots and potatoes. "This satisfying supper, smothered in...

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

My family loves this delicious soup made with fiddleheads (the tightly curled young fronds from bracken, ostrich and cinnamon ferns)....

Pizza lasagna takes a bit of time and effort, like most other lasagna recipes, but it's a big meal with...

Meat loaf Wellington is a much simpler version of the famed beef Wellington. While the original recipe is a marathon,...

This cinnamon bites recipe is the perfect breakfast treat with a sweet, crispy coating.—Ruth Hastings, Louisville, Illinois

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

"The mild chocolate flavor and cake-like texture makes these waffles a delightful dessert," reports Phalice Ayers of Spokane, Washington.

This asparagus casserole goes great with just about any meal. I've prepared it ahead of time, then popped it in...

This sweet dough recipe takes advantage of this time saving ingredient to make pastries. I love adding a chocolate filling...

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

My in-laws raise beef for all their children, so I'm always looking for new ways to cook steak. This is...

Brussels sprouts get dressed up for the holidays when I make this flavorful dish. Lemon and dill season the buttery...

Folks will think you're spoiling them when you serve this wonderful shrimp mousse! Molded in a ring, it looks fancy...

These versatile yeast biscuits are so light, they almost melt in your mouth. They can be served with a sweet...

This simple maple syrup cooks up in minutes but leaves a lasting impression. It's best served hot over waffles or...

I use a wild rice mix to put a tasty spin on a traditional chicken and rice bake. It's simple...

Susan Hase of Larsen, Wisconsin shares a hearty potato dish that's her no-fuss favorite. And because everything is wrapped in...

"This flavorful meal is great for busy nights because it's a snap to prepare," writes Teresa Ray of Lewisburg, Tennessee....

Angie Schramm from Yankton, South Dakota makes this comforting soup year-round...and after a few spoonfuls, you'll likely do the same....