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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    Sparkling Oranges

    3 reviews

    We were living in Texas when I found the recipe for this simple yet elegant salad. I was thrilled— we...


    Raisin Bread & Sausage Morning Casserole

    5 reviews

    When we used to have Sunday breakfasts with my grandparents, my mom often made this for grandpa because he enjoyed...


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    Mushroom Asparagus Quiche

    74 reviews

    Loads of asparagus pieces add color and flavor to this hearty, creamy quiche. And its easy crescent roll crust means...


    Veggie Sausage Strata

    3 reviews

    As a retired home economics teacher, I've made quite a few recipes through the years. This hearty casserole is a...


    Cranberry Cream Cheese French Toast

    4 reviews

    My friend makes this French toast bake with blueberries, but I make mine with cranberry sauce. Either way, it’s divine....


    Marinated Chuck Steak

    9 reviews

    You can turn an inexpensive cut of beef, like chuck steak, into a real treat with this easy marinade. It...


    Tri-Berry Jam

    9 reviews

    My mother-in-law and I dreamed up this jam after we'd been picking blueberries one day. She wondered if blueberries, raspberries...


    Rhubarb Jelly

    7 reviews

    I help help my husband with the pouring and skimming for this jelly—my own personal favorite. It's nice as both...

    Spiced Pear Jam

    13 reviews

    A neighbor of mine passed along this spiced pear jam recipe. I've given many jars of this jam as gifts....


    Christmas Jam

    31 reviews

    I have a passion for cooking, and I can probably thank my grandmother for it. She was a marvelous cook...


    Creamed Carrots

    5 reviews

    "A true comfort food, this dish showcases tender carrot slices basking in a luscious cream sauce," shares Sue Davis from...


    Tender Slow Cooker Pork Chops

    7 reviews

    These chops turn out nice and tender, and fall apart easily after being slow cooked. The tomatoey sauce is nice...


    Easy Ginger Pork Stir-Fry

    23 reviews

    An easy homemade stir-fry sauce is the perfect base for this weeknight dish. It comes together quickly but tastes impressive....


    Roast Chicken with Vegetables

    1 review

    Love a moist and tender chicken but not the mess of actually roasting one? Use an oven cooking bag to...


    Stovetop Italian Macaroni

    60 reviews

    It’s not every day that a cost-conscious menu pleases both the eye and the stomach, but this scrumptious stovetop entree...


    Zucchini Fritters

    31 reviews

    One day I wanted to serve zucchini as a side dish—but I didn't have the time to slice and deep-fry...


    Steamed Carrot Pudding

    2 reviews

    This recipe, passed down from my Canadian grandmother, has been in my family for at least three generations. It's been...

    Easy-to-Stuff Manicotti

    6 reviews

    It’s so easy to make my simplified version of manicotti. I fill each pasta shell with a piece of string...


    Turkey Fajitas

    1 review

    I prepare these quick and easy fajitas about once a week, and my family never gets tired of them. I...


    Creamy Chunky Potato Soup

    5 reviews

    "The first time I made this creamy satisfying soup, it instantly became my family's favorite," recalls Stephanie Moon, of Boise,...


    Shredded Beef Sandwiches

    3 reviews

    Cola is the secret ingredient in this delicious slow-cooked beef. Coated with a well-seasoned sauce, the tender meat gets its...


    Flaxseed Bread

    3 reviews

    “This hearty, whole grain bread is among my all-time favorites,” says Jennifer Niemi of Kingston, Nova Scotia. “The flaxseed adds...


    Chocolate Candy Clusters

    7 reviews

    I give these as gifts and bring them to parties—they’re always a hit! Try using peanuts in place of walnuts....

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    Baked Butternut Squash

    9 reviews

    Take advantage of fabulous fall produce and roast this scrumptious side. Lightly seasoned with cinnamon, nutmeg and brown sugar, this...


    Cumin Chicken

    7 reviews

    This zesty chicken dish comes together in a flash, so it's perfect for those busy weeknights. But it's so saucy...


    Swedish Tea Ring

    3 reviews

    My mother used to prepare this delightful Swedish tea ring in the ’40s, and it’s still a favorite today. Maraschino...


    Easy Chopped Steak

    8 reviews

    My husband and I think this is one of the best hamburger steak recipes we have ever tried. It's reminiscent...


    Hearty Beef and Vegetable Soup

    2 reviews

    When you need to feed a crowd, consider this beefy favorite loaded with both fresh and frozen veggies. —Sue Straughan,...


    Microwave Brussels Sprouts

    2 reviews

    When your conventional oven is filled with the turkey and side dishes, these dressed-up Brussels sprouts can be prepared in...