Cooking with Gear & Gadgets

We bought loads of apples and needed to use them. To help the flavors come alive, I roasted the apples...

When my family is planning a get-together, I can count on three or four people to ask if I'm bringing...

"My day is busy from start to finish," remarks Debra Cook of Pampa, Texas. "So this quick and meaty main...

"This tender, tasty brisket cooks a long time, but it's so easy to prepare," confirms Janet Parham, Cibolo, Texas. "Just...

Try this yummy treat for a special breakfast or brunch. The layer of chocolate hidden inside makes a wonderful flavor...

There's no need to brown ground beef when fixing this satisfying snack. Laura Jirasek of White Lake, Michigan tops crunchy...

You’ll never believe a dish this scrumptious, comforting and impressive-looking could be made with just five ingredients! It offers such...

Sweet meets savory in this fun twist on the typical breakfast casserole. It's great for parties and potlucks because you...

My husband anxiously awaits the nights we have pork because he knows I'll make this special Leftover Pork Fried Rice...

I have lots of fun with this festive appetizer wreath. I often place a bowl of stuffed olives in the...

We serve these quesadillas as chili dippers or load them up with salsa and sour cream for a super starter....

Give guests the VIP treatment with luxurious truffles you can make in your own kitchen. The goat cheese is mild,...

Looking for a wonderful way to impress guests? You’ve got it—and you need only five ingredients to make these tasty...

I had previously made this dish with black beans and corn off the cob in the summer. Wanting to try...

I developed this one-skillet spaghetti and meatball dish to cut down on cooking time on busy nights. The beans, artichokes...

If you want an entree that's quick, easy and elegant, you can't beat this one. The lemon cream sauce is...

Here is a lovely winter dessert that uses fresh seasonal pears. It's easy to fix and a comforting treat after...

The idea for this sausage lasagna recipe comes from my mother-in-law, who always makes it for my three boys on...

I enjoy serving these fruity scones for baby and bridal showers. They're a bit lower in fat than most other...

If you have a tiny apartment, zero counter space and only two people to feed, hefty meals are out. This...

To give risotto, that favorite Italian comfort food, an update, I used couscous and lively North African-inspired flavors to deliver...

This thick slow-cooker chipotle chili is special to me because it cooks itself while I’m at work. My family and...

With beets, carrots, cabbage and tomatoes, this Russian borscht soup recipe is great for gardeners like myself. Not only is...

On the days I get home late and just want a warm meal, I stir together tomatoes, garlic and butter...

Sometimes I serve this side dish chilled and other times we enjoy it hot.
It has a pleasant tinge...

We live in Coca-Cola country, where everyone loves a chocolaty, moist sheet cake made with the iconic soft drink. Our...

This mildly flavored ramen noodle stir-fry combines tender strips of chicken with vegetables and popular ramen noodles. I came up...

My mom likes to make this for family gatherings, and we all like to eat it. Marmalade and Gorgonzola might...

When I serve California Tamale Pie, I know I’ll see smiles on the faces of everyone at the table. With...