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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    Sheet-Pan New England Clambake

    So many tasty swaps are possible for this recipe: Add pieces of salmon or haddock, use other quick-cooking veggies or...


    Cafe Rio Copycat Pork Bowls

    My friends are big fans of Cafe Rio's sweet pork tacos, so I came up with this version to eat...


    Apple-Walnut Bread Pudding

    Bread pudding is one of those desserts that you basically can throw anything into. It's the kitchen sink of desserts....


    Sausage and Gravy Biscuit Pockets

    1 review

    I love sausage, gravy and biscuits, so I thought it'd be a fabulous idea to make them portable for an...


    Can You Put Aluminum Foil in the Microwave?

    Is it safe to put aluminum foil in the microwave? The answer might surprise you.


    Air-Fryer Cheesecake

    This air-fryer cheesecake is something I've been making and perfecting for years. My daughter insisted it be served...


    Are These Great Jones Nonstick Baking Pans Worth the Hype?

    You’d be hard-pressed to find a baking sheet more vibrant than the Great Jones Holy Sheet—so is it more than...


    Sheet-Pan Shrimp Fajitas

    2 reviews

    I love easy weeknight dinners such as this one. The sheet-pan shrimp fajitas come together so quickly and are customizable...

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    Copycat Pasta Da Vinci

    8 reviews

    I fell in love with this dish at the Cheesecake Factory and experimented with the ingredients until I could duplicate...


    How to Make Chantilly Cake

    You've never tasted a cake like this (unless you're from New Orleans).


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    45 Budget-Friendly Slow-Cooker Recipes

    When your schedule's full and your wallet's empty, meal planning can be a challenge. These cheap Crock-Pot meals come together...


    Slow-Cooker Pinto Beans

    2 reviews

    I love pinto beans, but I always feel the flavor can easily turn too bland. I added a little this...


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    Oxtail Soup

    3 reviews

    This wonderfully rich slow-cooker oxtail soup will warm your soul and your taste buds. Oxtail stew is a favorite family...



    Steak and Potato Foil Packs

    5 reviews

    As a park ranger, I've cooked a lot of meals outdoors. I often assemble a steak and potato foil pack...


    I Tried the Viral Green Pan and Dinner Cleanup Is So Much Faster Now

    I tried the famous Green Pan to see if it really made cooking and cleanup easier than ever—and wow! I...


    This Ceramic Herb Stripper Makes Prepping Herbs So Much Easier

    This no-fuss herb stripper will level up your cooking gadget game. Learn more about this hidden gem that'll have you...

    The 10 Best Coffee Grinders for a Fresh Cup of Joe in 2023

    Whether you're a French press person or a drip coffee devotee, we found the best coffee grinders so you can...


    Caprese Pasta Salad

    1 review

    This easy Caprese pasta salad is always a favorite, especially when summer tomatoes are at their peak. It comes together...


    Madeira Cake

    This classic British Madeira cake is often served with Madeira wine, which is how it got its name. Similar to...


    The Best Portable Blender Options for Your Smoothie Style

    If you can't live without your morning smoothie, a portable blender may be your new best friend!


    Red Eye Gravy

    This southern classic is more of a thin sauce than a traditional thick gravy. It's made with strong coffee and...


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    We Tried HyperChiller, the Instant Iced Coffee Maker

    The HyperChiller promises to chill coffee, wine, tea and other drinks in one minute or less—so we tried it.

    Cheesy Baked Asparagus

    3 reviews

    This cheesy baked asparagus is an ideal fresh asparagus recipe with a rich, creamy sauce and cashews. It's a favorite...


    Pickled Jalapeno Rings

    I started canning Hungarian hot and mild peppers with my dad every year, but they are hard to find in...


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    How to Cut a Whole Chicken in 6 Easy Steps

    If you don't know how to cut a whole chicken, now is the perfect time to learn. You'll save a...


    10 Berry Tools to Help Make the Most of Your Harvest

    Visiting the strawberry patch or farmers market this year? Make your berries last longer and taste even better with these...



    Air-Fryer Fried Cookies

    Deep-fried Oreos are a county fair favorite. Now you can make them at home quickly, easily and mess free. —Margarita...