Cooking with Gear & Gadgets

Learn how to put your favorite gear to work. We’ve got tips on how to make the most of your pressue cooker, Dutch oven, cast-iron skillet, air fryer and much more.

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    Arrabbiata Sauce with Zucchini Noodles

    1 review

    This popular Italian dish is flavorful and spicy. We decided to re-create one of our favorite jarred sauces and serve...


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    Winter Vegetable Shepherd’s Pie

    4 reviews

    Everyone eats for comfort during the holidays, but comfort foods aren't necessarily healthy. To make a classic comfort food dish...


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    Spinach Tomato Burgers

    1 review

    Every Friday night is burger night at our house. The tomatoes add fresh flavor and the cool spinach dip brings...


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    Spaghetti Squash Meatball Casserole

    17 reviews

    One of our favorite comfort-food dinners is spaghetti and meatballs. We're crazy about this lighter, healthier version that features so...


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    The Best Ever Grilled Cheese Sandwich

    8 reviews

    Spreading a mixture of mayo and butter on the bread creates a delightfully crispy crust with the well-loved, wonderful flavor...


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    Pressure-Cooker Maple French Toast

    My family and friends all love it when I make this delicious French toast in the morning. It's so delicious...


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    Pressure-Cooker Pork and Cabbage Dinner

    I put on this pressure cooker pork roast in the morning to avoid that evening dinner rush so common on...


    Pizza Oyster Crackers

    4 reviews

    This quick and easy snack is a favorite of my kids. I always include a baggie in their lunch boxes....

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    Slow-Cooker Chicken & Dumplings

    13 reviews

    Here's a homey dish that people just can't wait to dive in to! Yes, you can have slow-cooker chicken and...


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    Pressure Cooker Denver Omelet Frittata

    1 review

    Pepper, onion and ham go into this classic breakfast preparation, made simple thanks to the pressure cooker. Here's the perfect...


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    Pressure-Cooker Melt-in-Your-Mouth Chuck Roast

    14 reviews

    My husband and I like well-seasoned foods, so this pressure cooker roast is terrific. You'll also love how flavorful and...


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    Pressure Cooker Chicken Enchilada Soup

    3 reviews

    What's the quickest and tastiest way to bring the flavor to your favorite chicken tortilla soup? Instant Pot! This soup...


    12 Savory Foods To Make in a Springform Pan

    Think beyond the cheesecake for gorgeous savory appetizers, layered dinners, brunch dishes and more.


    9 Smart Ways to Use a Microplane

    If you thought a microplane was just for zesting lemons, think again.


    Is It Safe to Cook Frozen Meat in an Instant Pot?

    The answer, like your cook time with this amazing pressure cooker, is short. Yes!


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    Our Best Instant Pot Chicken Recipes

    When chicken dishes are this packed with flavor, it's hard to guess they came together in a flash. It's time...


    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.

    42 Unexpected Recipes You Can Make in a Dutch Oven

    You already know you can make a roast, stew or soup in a Dutch oven—but did you realize this is...


    Here’s How to Make *Any* Recipe Work With Your Instant Pot

    Learn how to convert (almost) any recipe.


    14 Baking Tools You Didn’t Know You Needed

    These baking tools are absolute musts for serious bakers. From "why didn't they invent this sooner" rolling pins to easy-breezy...


    15 Slow Cooker Dinners to Help You Lose Weight

    Lighten up your meal plan with these 15 slow cooker weight loss dinners designed to help you effortlessly reach your...


    Is the Instant Pot Saute Function Too Good to Be True? We Tested It to Find Out.

    We love the Instant Pot for slow cooking and pressure cooking, but what about that saute button? Our Test Kitchen...


    How to Cook Frozen Chicken in the Instant Pot

    If you're anywhere near as forgetful as we are when it comes to thawing meat for dinner, you need this...

    59 Desserts Made in a Springform Pan

    Dust off your springform pan and make fudgy cakes, fruity tortes and, of course, decadent cheesecakes.


    Here’s Why Vitamix Blenders Have Become So Popular (And Why You Should Care)

    Sometimes ridiculous claims make a thing too good to be true. And then there's Vitamix.


    30 Valentine’s Day Recipes to Make in the Slow Cooker

    These slow cooker recipes will help you out this Valentine’s Day by cooking dinner for your special someone while you...


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    Glazed Apple Pie Bars

    25 reviews

    This is only one of many wonderful recipes that my mother handed down to me. With their flaky crust and...


    Slow-Cooker Curried Pumpkin Soup

    2 reviews

    Looking for something new to beat the dinnertime doldrums? Try my pumpkin soup! A touch of curry powder lends an...


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    Beef ‘n’ Rice Enchiladas

    59 reviews

    With a toddler in the house, I look for foods that are a snap to make. Loaded with beef, cheese...