Cooking with Gear & Gadgets

We always called this Mama's never-fail recipe. I guess the same holds true for me since I've won contests with...

This cookie recipe will be a hit whether you are making it for your family or for a potluck. Apricot...

When we were kids, my sister and I would prepare the freshly picked lettuce for this wilted lettuce salad recipe,...

These light, delicate chocolate meringue cookies are always a hit. Their big chocolate flavor makes it difficult to keep the...

My daughter often serves this cheese and spinach blend at church suppers. Even people who don't usually eat spinach like...

This is one of my favorite recipes from my mother. With only seven ingredients, it's quick to assemble in the...

These banana muffins are my kids' favorite. I adapt it for adults by adding chopped nuts or dried apricots.

This ground beef Stroganoff is one of the dishes my family requests most often whenever I ask what they'd like...

This noodle side dish is so versatile that it can accompany steak, pork chops, chicken or even hamburgers. Chill leftovers...

The aroma of this boneless ham cooking in the oven is absolutely wonderful. It comes out moist, juicy and lightly...

I truly enjoy recipes that make just enough for the two of us, like this one for yummy waffles. Instead...

A tasty mix of whole wheat and all-purpose flour and a small amount of mashed potatoes combine to give this...

The dough for these rolls has a nice texture and is simple to shape. The recipe came from an old...

These slow cooker wings are a fun appetizer for gatherings. I sometimes like to serve the saucy chicken over rice...

Here's a flavorful Greek twist on an Italian classic. It’s an easy weekday meal that’s become one of our favorites....

I love the convenience of slow-cooker recipes for get-togethers. Start these sweet and sour chicken wings a few hours ahead...

My husband enjoys my version of this dish so much that he doesn’t order it at restaurants anymore. With fresh...

My husband and I are crazy for the squash we grow in our garden. For a sweet and tangy dish,...

When I really want to impress folks, I serve these waffles. They're beautiful stacked
and layered with pink sweet-tart...

This unique recipe has been a family favorite for years. The layers of tangy cheese, sour cream and sweet onions...

I needed a fast supper while babysitting my grandchild. I used what my daughter-in-law had in the fridge and turned...

I came up with this dish knowing my husband loves French onion soup. It makes a perfect base for the...

This is one of my favorite meals for busy weeknights. You can prepare all the ingredients the day before and...

I created a lighter, no-guilt alternative with the bold flavors we love, but missing the calorie-laden tortilla. —Marquisha Turner, Denver,...

We love the sweet, smoky flavor of these morning sandwiches. I use store-bought frozen waffles to save time, but have...

I’m a busy teacher and mom, so weekday meals with shortcuts are a huge help. I always have to share...

When I have a little extra time to play with, I caramelize the onion in this recipe to add a...

My brother-in-law teased that I only knew five ground beef recipes. I proved him wrong with my inventive spicy...

I've been baking cakes for years and enjoy trying new combinations of flavors and textures. For this peanut butter cupcake...