Cooking with Gear & Gadgets

You won't be able to eat just one of these mini quiches. Filled with savory sausage, Swiss cheese and a...

This special-occasion cake impresses all who see and taste it. People are surprised to hear that this torte starts with...

My mom and I made up this recipe by combining two others. These cute cookies are crispy on the outside...

These crunchy meringue shells with a lemon curd filling will make guests stop to "ooh" and "ahh" at your dessert...

A savory update to baked French toast, this is an easy make-ahead dish that is excellent for brunches and showers....

Minty, chocolaty and cool, this spiked dessert drink makes a wonderful way to toast family and friends at holiday gatherings....

My in-laws are from Ohio, so we have Cincinnati chili at many of our family gatherings. I spiced up this...

Using cabbage is a fantastic way to bulk up a meal without adding extra fat and calories. The cabbage in...

I always make this treat for Thanksgiving. A friend gave me the recipe, and I've since shared it with many...

Quartered peanut butter cups top this rich smooth pie that's always a hit at gatherings. It saves time, too, because...

A friend made this saucy chicken for us when we had our first child. I pared down the recipe to...

To surprise my banana-loving family, I made this dessert for a reunion, where it stood out among the usual fare....

A hint of good, old-fashioned root beer flavors these chewy-soft cookies. They're great with ice cream! —Jim Gordon, Beecher, Illinois

Presto! We turned cheesecake into irresistible bite-sized snacks with these cute little treats. Feel free to use your favorite flavor...

The s'more flavors in these fun muffins with marshmallow creme in the middle are sure to bring back fond childhood...

Mom taught me this easy recipe, which is perfect for feeding a crowd. There is never a crumb left over....

Enjoy breakfast the New Orleans way with these warm, crispy bites. Topped with powdered sugar, they are a delight! —Lois...

These delicious glazed carrots come to the rescue when I’m preparing a special meal. They cook while I prepare the...

These delicious enchiladas are equally good made with cubed ham. Prepare ahead, refrigerate and bake when ready for a convenient...

Take a trip back to the '60s with these sweetly psychedelic cupcakes. Each is a simple white cake, but tinting...

You’ll love the classic cinnamon-sugar flavor of these crispy bite-size treats. Even more, you’ll love that they call for just...

Brown rice gives this creamy pudding a deep, nutty flavor, while lemon and mango make it subtly sweet and refreshing....

I love chicken cordon bleu, but since I'm watching my cholesterol, I couldn't afford to indulge in it often. Then...

Stir-fried Cabbage cooks quickly so it stays crisp and keeps its bright color. "I serve economical cabbage often," Carol says....

“My family loved a local restaurant’s chicken wings, but when we tried to make them at home, we couldn’t figure...

Bread pudding fans just might hoard this yummy butterscotch version. Toppings like whipped cream and a butterscotch drizzle make this...

Our home economists combined just six ingredients to create this hearty and colorful main dish. The stovetop supper is easy...

"I'm trying to cut back on meat and have to watch my cholesterol, so I eliminated the meat in this...

As a different take on crostini, these apps are fantastic for tailgating and casual parties alike. —Randy Cartwright, Linden, Wisconsin