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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    How to Make Paper Bag Popcorn, Step by Step

    Making paper bag popcorn in the microwave is one of the easiest ways to make the homemade version of your...


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    How to Make Popcorn on the Stove

    Learn how to make popcorn on the stove, just like Grandma did. Our Test Kitchen shows you how, step by...


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    55 Easy Skillet Recipes Prepped in 15 Minutes

    Don't get stuck chopping and slicing for hours on end. These simple skillet recipes take just 15 minutes or...


    Best Ever Cashew Cheese Sauce

    This is a versatile cashew cheese sauce that's totally plant-based. I use it as a pasta sauce, as a pizza...


    Vanilla Cake with Vanilla Buttercream Frosting

    2 reviews

    Indulge in this layer cake topped with rich buttercream—a vanilla lover's dream. I use pure vanilla extract for the best...


    What Is Marzipan?

    It's an essential ingredient for holiday baking. But what is marzipan? And what are your options if you can't find...


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    60 Dutch Oven Soup Recipes We’re Making on Repeat

    Nothing satisfies quite like Dutch oven soup recipes. Find a new favorite among our picks for chicken soup, chowder, beef...


    Salted Caramel Sauce

    1 review

    Rich and delicious, this salted caramel sauce is the perfect blend of sweet, salty and creamy all in one. I...

    Homemade Marinara Sauce

    3 reviews

    This quick and easy homemade marinara sauce is my kids' favorite. It works fantastic with spaghetti, and my kids love...


    Saucy Tempeh Sloppy Joes

    I grew up eating sloppy joe sandwiches and can't get enough of the messy deliciousness. Even though I eat meatless...


    Vegan Squash Soup with Naan Croutons

    This butternut squash soup is so full of flavor that you won't miss the meat or dairy! The added can...


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    Air-Fryer Fried Avocado Tacos

    Tacos just got even more exciting! These juicy, flavorful, easy and healthy tacos are for those who are huge fans...


    Sticky Sesame Cauliflower

    Sesame chicken is one of my favorite takeout dishes, but I’m doing what I can to cut unnecessary calories and...


    Green Goddess Vegan Potato Salad

    Don't be fooled by the green color—this vegan potato salad is absolutely delicious! It's perfect for potlucks and for those...


    Reuben Portobello Mushroom Burgers

    These portobello mushroom burgers are a hit every time I serve them. They are filling but not heavy. The sauerkraut,...


    Grilled Chickpea Salad Sandwich

    2 reviews

    When my mother comes to visit, she enjoys a good old-fashioned chicken salad sandwich. As a vegetarian, I make chickpea...


    Mean Green Smoothie Bowls

    This delicious bright green smoothie bowl recipe contains powerful antioxidants. Top with cucumber slices and fresh parsley sprigs for a...

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    Jewish Chocolate Chip Mandel Bread

    2 reviews

    This traditional Jewish mandel bread recipe has been passed down in my family for four generations. It tastes wonderful with...


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    30 Diabetic-Friendly Holiday Slow Cooker Recipes

    These special main dishes and sides are made in the slow cooker, giving you more time to relax and enjoy...


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    Sunny Citrus Cheesecake

    10 reviews

    This beautiful layered cheesecake takes a bit longer to make, but the end result is so worth it! Citrus seems...


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    The Best Slow-Cooker Recipes of 2024

    For out-of-this-world pork chops, soup and pot roast, grab your favorite kitchen appliance! Here's a look at our most popular...


    Grandma’s Classic Potato Salad

    1 review

    When I asked my grandmother how old this recipe was, she told me that her mom used to make it...


    Challah Bread Pudding

    I created this challah bread pudding recipe after my mother-in-law told me that she liked bread pudding. I was on...

    Sheet-Pan Jambalaya with Cauliflower Rice

    3 reviews

    Sheet-pan dinners are a busy cook's dream with quick prep and easy cleanup. This sheet-pan jambalaya is a healthy twist...


    Hanukkah Cookies

    1 review

    Cream cheese adds richness to these Hanukkah cookies. Decorate them with royal icing or your favorite buttercream frosting and toppings....


    Homemade Gelt

    Giving chocolate coins to children, and sometimes to teachers, is a long-standing Hanukkah tradition. This homemade version of gelt uses...


    Sticky Honey Chicken Wings

    2 reviews

    This recipe was given to me by a special lady who was like a grandmother to me. —Marisa Raponi, Vaughan,...


    Peppermint Milkshakes

    Rich ice cream and refreshing peppermint make this peppermint milkshake recipe a special treat, especially during the holidays. For a...


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    Copycat Caramel Frappuccino

    I love frappuccinos from Starbucks, but they get too expensive. I now make my own, and they are just as...