Cooking with Gear & Gadgets

Any day is special when Mom makes one of her French toast recipes, like this do-ahead baked version. —Jill Baughman,...

This easy hamburger stroganoff makes a quick weeknight dinner. I like to serve it with a side salad for a...

I use tender, mild halibut that we catch in Cook's Inlet near our home for this delectable white lasagna. Even...

Canned beans and cornbread muffin mix speed up the prep on this crowd-pleasing main dish that’s perfect for busy evenings...

Glaze a bone-in ham with apricot jam for a entree that's beautiful and delicious. Any leftovers will make meal planning...

Tender chops cook on a bed of creamy potatoes in this all-in-one meal. It's a snap to assemble, thanks to...

I found this recipe more than five years ago and have been making it for family gatherings ever since. The...

Everyone who tries this comforting cheesy chicken casserole asks for the recipe. It's so simple to make that sometimes I...

These five-ingredient fritters are a thrifty way to enjoy a southern staple without having to leave home. —Megan Hamilton, Pineville,...

In fall or any time of year, this nutty, rich and delicious pecan pie recipe is one I am proud...

This grab & go goodie makes a hearty snack for a long day out. Chewy and sweet, these fruity bars...

I created this recipe one day when I wanted a warm, fragrant side dish. The aroma of the cranberries and...

A cousin gave me this carrot cake recipe. It's a wonderful potluck pleaser with its "surprise" cream cheese center. My...

Puffy dinner rolls take on rich color when you add squash to the dough. Any squash variety works—I've even used...

After our children were married and gone, I prepared salmon steaks often for my husband and myself, especially on our...

Everyone notices a special taste in this cobbler. It's orange zest, which enhances the color and gives this traditional dessert...

This spicy chili recipe is the culmination of several years' worth of experimenting to get just the right flavor. For...

This sweet and sour chicken dish is one you’ll find yourself returning to again and again. Pre-cooked, frozen popcorn chicken...

Oats and whole wheat flour make these tasty pancakes extra hearty. Try them with applesauce spooned on top! —Jeri Tirmenstein,...

Even people who don't like peas love this crunchy recipe, including my own children. I love the fact that it's...

This dish is a compilation of two Creole recipes that I found in my mother's New Orleans cookbooks. The bacon...

When you want a more "meaty" appetizer for your holiday buffet, reach for these finger-licking-good ribs!

When I was a child, every Saturday night was red flannel night. Grandpa and I wore our red flannel long...

I love preparing dinner in a slow cooker because it's "carefree cooking." This chicken dish uses ingredients that I love,...

We top this with sliced bananas, whipped cream and more sliced bananas. It's based on a sawdust pie recipe my...

My 87-year-old mom showed me how to make this delicious vegetarian recipe that tastes so much like seafood ceviche. I...

We love anything that is tangy or has bacon. With fennel and tarragon, this is a super savory dish. I...

Your family is going to gobble up this cheesy, southwestern and easy chicken enchilada casserole…and will ask for it again...

My family was growing tired of traditional red sauce lasagna, so I created this fun twist using a creamy homemade...