Cooking with Gear & Gadgets

Baked potato toppings can be boring, but this one is jazzy. It’s easy, fast and everyone really enjoys it. It...

"I came up with this recipe as a quick dinner for a finicky husband who's not too fond of pork...

This tangy sweet spread is "jam-packed" with lots of cherry flavor, plus a hint of rhubarb. My mother gives jars...

My family tells me these hearty stuffed beef rolls with creamy sauce "taste like home". They're attractive enough to serve...

For a dazzling summer dessert, you can’t beat juicy strawberries and fresh whipped cream over homemade shortcake. My father added...

Waking up to the wonderful aroma of this cinnamon-sugar Crock-Pot oatmeal is a great way to start the day! —Brandy...

For a unique spin on the traditional glazed ham recipe, try this southern specialty where the secret ingredient is root...

I made this ice cream for my grandma and her friends, and they were delighted. This simple, fun dessert is...

Refreshing and impressive, this show-stopping cake is perfect for Easter, a summer party or even Christmas dinner. In case you...

Mushrooms—button, portobello and shiitake—plus a lovely blend of herbs make a hearty, flavorful topping for bruschetta. —Amy Chase, Vanderhoof, British...

You're probably used to pulled pork coated with barbecue sauce and made into sandwiches. Portuguese pulled pork is a spicy...

Serve your clan a big ol’ platter of these fun and crazy-tasty nacho bites as you cheer for your team....

This Thanksgiving serve your spuds as soup. It makes a unique first course, and guests will love the creamy texture...

This fennel salad is a favorite of my wife's. Preserved lemon may be difficult to find, but the salad is...

I like cozy comfort soups that taste creamy—without the cream. This one’s full of good stuff like rutabagas, leeks, fresh...

There's just something extra special about a homemade applesauce recipe like this one. This simple dish is tart and not...

Entertaining doesn't get much easier than serving this tasty five-ingredient ham from the slow cooker. And the leftovers are delicious...

Cheesy and delicious, this casserole features a crisp crumb topping. It's a good meatless entree for a summer-time meal.—Faye Wortman,...

I like to serve this lovely seafood Alfredo, featuring scallops and shrimp, with crusty Italian bread. Sprinkled with tomato and...

Tortillas replace lasagna noodles in this beefy casserole with a south-of-the-border twist. With salsa, enchilada sauce, chilies, cheese and refried...

You can turn the creamy noodles into a easy entree by adding cooked beef tips. It's like a delicious stroganoff...

These buttery little rounds add beautiful color to a platter of treats. Fill the thumbprint in the center with any...

This is a favorite of my family. I love making this candy for Christmas.—Fern Newsom, Dubach, Louisiana

This roasted chicken not only has a down-home country flavor. It's attractive as well. Friends and family are always impressed...

I make more than 40 different types of treats during the holidays for friends and family. These crispy peanut butter...

I make this zippy, satisfying soup all the time, and it’s my dad’s favorite. The recipe makes a lot, and...

Although I've been canning for years, I've never found a good apple pie jam recipe, so I created this one....

The flavors of apples, brown sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg come together in this spreadable treat. The jam is a must-have...

My family named this spicy soup after our state moniker, “New Mexico, Land of Enchantment.” We usually make it around...