Cooking with Gear & Gadgets

“Packed with garden-fresh veggies, this ‘vitamin soup’ goes with just about any grilled meat, fish or fowl,” Leah Lyon of...

"The almond flavor makes these delicious sugar cookies quite unique," says Renee Schwebach, Dumont, Minnesota.

Chocolate Peanut Butter Mousse from Maria Regakis of Somerville, Massachusetts combines favorites chocolate and peanut butter perfectly. It's a delicious,...

You don't have to be a vegetarian to appreciate the wholesome goodness of these wraps. The tasty tortillas, stuffed with...

"My family wanted just a light brunch and coffee this year for Christmas morning, so I whipped up these sweet...

This easy, delicious and healthy side is a showpiece that always delights. You can use grain, squash, fruits and nuts...

"I remember my grandmother making this wonderful 'wilted' salad with leaf lettuce from her garden and serving it with a...

An Onion Blossoms—whole onions cut to resemble a flower and then deep-fried—were the talk of the town when served at...

I like to keep this good-for-you dip on hand, along with a variety of cut-up vegetables, for an easy snack.—Hazel...

This wonderful side dish goes well with any meat stew. I use whatever fresh herbs I have on hand along...

Inspired by a favorite ice cream flavor, I created this make-ahead recipe to free up some time in the kitchen....

The ever-popular combination of strawberries and chocolate shines in these rich, decadent strawberry truffles. I often double the recipe to...

A Mississippi home cook gave me her recipe for grits casserole. It baked like traditional custard. I garnish it with...

My friend and I enjoy mushroom hunting. The exercise and fresh air, along with the beauty of the outdoors is...

This ravioli is ready in a flash, tossed with your favorite pasta sauce, then sprinkled with freshly shaved Parmesan cheese....

Years ago I made this recipe for my kids, and they loved it. One of my daughter's friends would always...

In this twist on the classic summer beverage, lemon and basil take the place of mint. For a grown-up version,...

Pork tenderloin is a family favorite at my house. I’m always looking for new ways to cook it, so I...

For weeknights, holidays and special events, we make a sweet and tangy carrot dish flavored with ginger, lemon juice and...

I've made this creamy, hearty mushroom appetizer for years—it's a big hit every time.—Barbara Pletzke, Herndon, Virginia

If you’re a guacamole lover, try this fun grilled version that has a smoky flavor. The veggies tend to darken...

Upgrade a lunchtime classic into a dinnertime feast with a few fancy yet simple tweaks. —Karel Reynolds, Rutherfordton, North Carolina

Cast a sweet spell over your Halloween party guests by making a pumpkin patch’s worth of treats. It’s easy to...

"After sampling some wonderful tuna at a Japanese restaurant, I decided to try my hand at coming up with the...

No one will be able to resist these special sandwiches stuffed with spicy chili. Of course, the chili also makes...

In this colorful dish, exotic fruits such as mango and pineapple beautifully complement the chicken and lend a pleasant hint...

This salad combines my favorite Asian flavors with crisp, colorful veggies and smoky grilled shiitakes. Mirin for the dressing can...

I prepared these one Christmas for my son, who was on a low-carb diet. I was afraid he'd be disappointed...

I combined my favorite parts of a variety of salads to create this masterpiece. The warm baked cheese and crunchy...