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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    Grilled Nectarines with Burrata and Honey

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    The classic caprese gets a sweet makeover with this inspired summer starter. Burrata, mint and honey are served over nectarine...


    Grilled Summer Sausage Salad

    I love grilling vegetables, especially those straight from the garden. The summer sausage is a fun twist, and the veggies...


    Grilled Lamb with Mint-Pepper Jelly

    1 review

    I used jalapeno pepper jelly to make the somewhat predictable duo of lamb and mint a little more exciting, and...


    How to Cook a Crockpot Ham

    Overwhelmed by all the holiday recipes taking up your oven real estate? Here's how to heat up a precooked ham...



    Instant Pot Meat Loaf

    1 review

    I used to make this pressure-cooker meat loaf a lot when my kids were growing up and I was working....


    I Tried Anyday and the Cookware Set Made Me Fall in Love with My Microwave

    Anyday promises it can deliver delicious dishes in minutes. Is it legit—or too good to be true?

    Lemon Olive Oil Cake

    Olive oil cakes are tender and moist, and stay that way longer than butter-based cakes, so they are wonderful if...


    Air-Fryer Popcorn Shrimp

    These quick air-fryer shrimp are so good you won't even miss the fat! Eat them alone with cocktail sauce or...


    15 Essential Chinese Cooking Tools

    Whether you're tossing up a stir-fry or steaming up bao buns, here are the Chinese cooking tools you need to...


    Homemade Taco Sauce

    4 reviews

    Simple pantry ingredients are all you need for this taco sauce recipe. Use it for tacos, of course, but also...


    The Best Food Dehydrators of 2024, Tested by the Taste of Home Kitchen

    Beat grocery store prices by making your own treats with one of these best food dehydrators. Our Test Kitchen tried...


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    How to Make the Perfect Lemon Bundt Cake

    When life gives you lemons, make a gorgeous lemon Bundt cake. We'll show you how to make this citrusy cake...


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    35 Tried-and-True 13×9 Recipes

    These trustworthy 13x9 recipes will cook perfectly. From traditional classics to kid-friendly favorites, bank on these comforting casseroles to please...


    Blender vs. Immersion Blender: Find the Right Gadget for Your Kitchen

    Want to add a new kitchen appliance to your roster? Immersion blender vs. blender may be the matchup on your...


    Copycat Starbucks Egg Bites

    6 reviews

    You can substitute Gruyere cheese for the Swiss and ham for the bacon, or add in small-cut veggies to these...

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    Air-Fryer Whole Chicken

    2 reviews

    This air-fryer whole chicken is so crispy yet succulent. I serve it straight up, but you can also shred it...


    These Slow Cooker Liners Make Kitchen Cleanup a Breeze

    From mouthwatering roasts to luscious cheesecakes, is there anything your slow cooker can't do? Well, we have yet to find...


    Harvey Wallbanger Cake

    3 reviews

    This recipe is from my Aunt Martha, who passed away recently at the age of 94. She found ways to...


    Potato Candy

    2 reviews

    My children love this old-fashioned potato candy. It's so easy to make and I always have the ingredients on hand....


    Bagel Egg in a Hole with Smashed Avocado

    1 review

    A tasty spin on a classic recipe, this bagel egg in a hole features an egg fried inside a bagel...


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    Air-Fryer Quesadillas

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    I like to make these air-fryer quesadillas for party appetizers. Just cut them into thinner triangles. You can also switch...


    The 9 Best Vacuum Sealers to Extend the Life of Food in 2024

    Whether you're a novice vacuum sealer or a seasoned meal prepper, we evaluated the market to help you find the...


    Flourless Olive Oil Chocolate Cake

    This flourless cake is baked with olive oil to create a rich and savory flavor. Top with ice cream, confectioners'...


    Air-Fryer Fish Tacos

    These crispy air-fryer fish tacos are good enough to challenge the best food truck. I love that the fish is...


    Air-Fryer Scotch Eggs

    These air-fryer Scotch eggs are amazing hot right after cooking, but I also love eating them cold for a snack...


    Air-Fryer Brownies

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    These small-batch fudgy air-fryer brownies come together so quickly, and no oven is required. Top with nuts or powdered sugar...