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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    Spiced Squash and Fruit Crumble

    This sweet and savory dish is a side made for cold weather and is amazing with any meal. It is...


    How to Make Spaghetti Squash in a Slow Cooker

    Slow cooker spaghetti squash might be the easiest dump-and-go dinner. You only need spaghetti squash and water! The end result...


    Easy Slow-Cooker Cinnamon Rolls

    I love how these scrumptious treats make use of my slow cooker and are so easy! I can just walk...


    Amish Vanilla Pie

    We live in rural northern Indiana where we have several Amish communities. I found this recipe in our local paper...


    Texas Chicken Spaghetti

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    This recipe for Texas chicken spaghetti was given to me years ago by a favorite sister-in-law, a wonderful cook. My...


    The 6 Best Vitamix Blenders of 2023

    From "best budget blender" to "most luxurious," these are the best Vitamix blenders for every type of home cook. Get...


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    The Best Stand Mixer Models, According to Our Test Kitchen Team

    Bakers, do you have the best stand mixer on your counter? Check out what our pros had to say about...


    How to Make Spaghetti Squash in an Instant Pot

    Instant Pot spaghetti squash is the ultimate vegetable side dish. You can serve it with dinner—or use the "noodles" as...


    Sicilian Pizza (Sfincione)

    My favorite pizza from childhood is still my favorite today. The crunchy bread-crumb topping sets it apart from its American...


    Mexicali Quiche with Avocado Crust

    New Mexican cuisine is my favorite, and this quiche uses an avocado crust filled with many delicious ingredients. Top with...


    How to Make Spaghetti Squash in the Microwave

    You can microwave spaghetti squash for a great low-carb side dish or entree. This cooking method is the quickest way...


    Caraway Launched Mini Versions of Two Popular Pans—and We’re Obsessed

    Their ceramic fry pan and sauce pan just got a whole lot cuter—and more compact. Here's where you can find...


    Smoky Black-Eyed Pea Cakes

    As a southern girl, black-eyed peas remind me most of home. I love making this smoky pea cake, especially when...


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    21 Slow-Cooker Cake Recipes That Are a Piece of Cake to Make

    Try these slow cooker cake recipes for perfectly baked results every single time. Our personal favorite? The chocolate lava cake.






    How to Make Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes

    Instant Pot mashed potatoes are rich and creamy enough for a holiday side—but fast enough to prepare on a weeknight,...


    Frico (Cheese Crisps)

    There is something so elegant about this classic northern Italian crisp. And like so many amazing Italian dishes, frico is...


    Copycat Applebee’s Quesadilla Burger

    My niece fell in love with the quesadilla burger from Applebee's and challenged me to make it at home. She...

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    The Best Electric Griddle Brands, According to Pro Pancake Flippers

    Get ready for breakfast with the best electric griddle options. Our Test Kitchen pros tried 10 brands to find the...



    We Tried Caraway Bakeware: It’s Pretty, Practical and Worth the Price

    Caraway's ceramic bakeware is stunning, but is this nonstick set really worth the high price? We tested it to find...


    If You See a Pint Glass with a Bulge, This Is What It’s For

    It's a "nonic" pint glass—and it's made that way for a reason!


    Brown Sugar Air-Fryer Ham

    This air-fryer ham features a simple, old-fashioned glaze just like Grandma used to make. The mustard and vinegar counter the...