Cooking with Gear & Gadgets

“I got the inspiration for this recipe from a dish at a local restaurant. It’s a quick meal-in-one that I...

A deliciously elegant entree that's just half an hour away-it may seem hard to believe, but it's true! Michele Flagel...

Scallops taste extravagant, but they’re actually low in fat. This recipe pairs them with superfine pasta, lightly coated with a...

Lavender flowers can be used fresh or dried in cooking. The flowers have an intense flavor, so they are best...

Wine and mushrooms lend elegance to this oh-so-simple pork dish. Use pre-sliced mushrooms and minced garlic to save time. Cleanup...

These cheese-filled, berry-topped blintzes taste just as mouthwatering and special as they look. —Laura Fall-Sutton, Buhl, Idaho

Brimming with classic Mediterranean ingredients, this restaurant-quality dish will be an instant dinnertime hit. Serve it with a quick salad...

I received this from my mother-in-law, and it's become my favorite banana carrot bread recipe. The carrots add a special...

“Last year, I decided to grow basil, sage and thyme. The scent of sage is very enticing to me, so...

Here's one of my most-requested recipes, thanks to the special white wine and mustard sauce. It makes an ordinary weeknight...

Looking for something a little different for supper? “This vegetarian main-dish salad pairs walnuts, juicy oranges and tomatoes with warm,...

We love this tasty dinner. It’s quick to prepare, making it a great (and yummy!) meal when you’re running late....

Try this dressed-up version of stuffed potato skins for a great side dish that no one will ever guess is...

“Returning home after 20 years as a missionary in the Philippines, I’ve tried to make food like we had there...

We love to entertain, this is one of my favorite 'special' recipes to welcome dinner guests. The nuts add an...

Mangoes are my son's favorite fruit, so I was ecstatic to incorporate them into a healthy dessert. You can also...

Coconut is the star of this cake. You get a double dose, once with the mixture that soaks into the...

These tender chops taste like sweet-and-sour pork but require little attention or time. I prepare them year-round, whenever I'm on...

Pair this soup with a simple tossed salad for a well-rounded, nourishing meal that's quick and easy. —Donna Noel, Gray,...

This recipe combines my two favorite foods—pizza and chicken cordon bleu. I've made this for my family and the teachers...

What did I do when I couldn’t decide between two of my favorite desserts? I combined them! This snickerdoodle-blondie hybrid...

This cookie recipe makes a big batch, which comes in handy during the holidays. The green center adds a festive...

Take these simple Mardi Gras cupcakes to a get-together and watch them disappear. Kids will love to help decorate them...

My aunt brought her tea bread recipe with her from Scotland, and enjoying a fresh-baked loaf has become a family...

I serve this rosy spiced beverage at parties and family gatherings during the winter. Friends like the tangy twist it...

Always a hit at our church dinners, this hearty casserole keeps folks coming back for more. —Julie Sterchi from Jackson,...

I spent time in India and love reminders of this vibrant culture, so this tandoori chicken makes me happy. Served...

With a caramel-like coating and a touch of heat from the hot sauce, these crunchy peanuts make a tasty anytime...

Pop this special dish in the oven and mouths will water in anticipation— the cinnamony aroma is tantalizing! The fruit...