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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    Sixteen-Bean Soup

    5 reviews

    Count on this pleasingly seasoned, hearty soup to satisfy the whole family. "My husband and kids say brimming bowls of...


    Banana Buttermilk Muffins

    21 reviews

    Like my father, I love to spend time in the kitchen inventing new recipes. There are a few pleasures greater...


    Crown Roast of Pork with Stuffing

    1 review

    I make this roast every Christmas, much to the delight of family and friends. The recipe was passed down from...


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    Slow-Cooked Swiss Steak

    35 reviews

    This is one of my favorite recipes to make because I can flour and season the steaks and refrigerate them...


    Vegetable Casserole

    10 reviews

    While vacationing in France, I learned the importance of serving foods that look as good as they taste. This simple...


    Ranchero Supper

    11 reviews

    This hearty dish is fast and easy to fix after a busy workday. We like to use hickory and bacon...


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    Tender Stuffed Pork Tenderloin

    4 reviews

    “My grandmother often prepared this stuffed pork loin for Sunday dinner. She loved to cook and eat, especially when she...


    Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup with Carrots and Ham Hocks

    6 reviews

    In less than half an hour, I can have the ingredients for my satisfying pea soup simmering away in my...

    Mexican Chicken Chili

    37 reviews

    Corn and black beans give this satisfying chili a Mexican flair the whole family will love. Adjust the cayenne if...


    Green Chile Egg Puff

    17 reviews

    Green chilies add a touch of Southwest flavor to this fluffy egg dish. The cottage cheese offers nice texture, and...


    Beef Roast Dinner

    12 reviews

    Because this healthy dish is slow-cooked, you can use less expensive roasts with results as mouthwatering as the more costly...


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    Layered Pumpkin Dessert

    10 reviews

    Pretty layers of cheesecake and pumpkin star in this prize-winning torte. Not too heavy, it's especially nice with a big...


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    Traditional Beef Stew

    12 reviews

    The aroma of this traditional beef stew is irresistible, making it impossible not to dig in the moment you walk...


    Blueberry-Rhubarb Crumble

    15 reviews

    A dollop of whipped topping adds a nice finishing touch to this satisfying crumble. Sometimes I drizzle a little flavored...


    Crumb-Coated Red Snapper

    12 reviews

    I reel in compliments with this moist, crispy red snapper recipe. Heart-healthy omega-3 oils are an added bonus with the...


    Barbecued Hamburgers

    2 reviews

    When I got married, I asked my Aunt Jean for this recipe. It was her creation and she always hamburgers...


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    Contest-Winning Black Bean Soup

    28 reviews

    Black bean soup recipes are among my favorite because they're light and it most of the time don't contain meat....

    Slow-Cooker Ratatouille

    11 reviews

    Not only does this classic recipe make a phenomenal side dish, you can also serve it with sliced French bread...


    Taco Noodle Casserole

    14 reviews

    I got creative while we were housebound during a snowstorm one winter and used ingredients I had on hand to...


    Smoked Trout Pate

    This tasty spread is easy to make in a food processor, and it’s a guaranteed winner at any party. The...


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    Lemon Layer Cake

    28 reviews

    This citrusy cake with a luscious cream cheese frosting will garner plenty of applause. The flavor, a duet of sweet...


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    Chicken with Tarragon Sauce

    31 reviews

    This is comfort food at its finest. I cook it at least once a week and usually serve it with...


    Vidalia Onion Swiss Dip

    4 reviews

    I’ve got one of those sweet, creamy dips you can't resist. Bake it in the oven, or use the slow...

    Zucchini Dessert Squares

    37 reviews

    We planted one too many zucchini plants a few summers ago and harvested a lot of zucchini that year. I...


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    Creole Cornbread

    9 reviews

    Cornbread is a staple of Cajun and Creole cuisine. This version is an old favorite, and it really tastes wonderful....


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    Potluck Taco Casserole

    41 reviews

    This is the dish I most often take to potlucks, and the pan comes home empty every time. —Kim Stoller,...


    Apple Gravy

    1 review

    You might want to make a double batch of this rich apple gravy. Yep, it's sensational with beef, but you've...


    Mushroom Pork Scallopini

    7 reviews

    Tender pork has fantastic flavor when coated with a buttery sauce seasoned with garlic and herbs. This serves a lot,...


    Dump Truck Cake

    6 reviews

    Gearing up to host a construction-themed birthday? This hauler will get your party on a roll! Using packaged cake mix,...