Microwaves: Techniques, Care, Guides & Recipes

These coconut nests are so easy and fun to make, the kiddos can join in! They don't require any cooking,...

The original recipe for this entree came from my grandmother, who baked it in the oven. Today, the fish, which...

Homemade Easter candy really doesn't get easier than this. It's so simple—all you need are three ingredients, a microwave and...

Marinated artichoke hearts are an unusual addition to these impressive packed potatoes from Jennifer Andrzejewski of Grizzly Flats, California. Bacon,...

Creamy lemon yogurt and grated lemon zest provide the lively flavor in this tempting dessert. It's handy to make the...

For St. Patrick's Day, I usually prepare this dish instead of the traditional corned beef dinner. This takes less time...

People are amazed how easy it is to make these impressive-looking chocolate peanut butter cup candies. The recipe makes a...

I get rave reviews every time I prepare this crispy combination of cereal, popcorn, pretzels, nuts and candies. Coated in...

Instead of using puff pastry shells, this tasty dish can be served over mashed potatoes.

This recipe earns big points for flavor and ease of preparation. It's the only corn scallop recipe I use anymore.—Sue...

This hot dish is convenient because it's made in the microwave. It has nice flavor and looks good, too. Even...

Susan Baxter from Morgantown, Indiana jazzes up cans of beans with maple syrup and just a dash of cinnamon for...

"I first sampled this tempting treatment for celery when a friend brought it to a 4-H covered dish dinner," recalls...

Now you can enjoy homemade custard without the fuss. "This is one of my favorite desserts," says Ruth Andrewson. "You...

Microwaving brings out the natural sweetness in this warm and comforting apple oatmeal crisp. —Anna Mae Kocher, Sunman, Indiana

"This quick rice pudding is yummy and so easy to make!" says Sheila Wilde of Welling, Alberta. She uses her...

For festive fudge with a new "twist," give this confection a whirl! We used vanilla chips instead of chocolate ones...

"The treats are easy for any age to make but pretty enough to share with friends. You can add color...

Allspice, garlic and sweet onion season roasted sweet potatoes and parsnips in this hearty harvesttime dish.

"For a dish with harvesttime appeal, you can't go wrong with this veggie medley I created," assures Julie Varilek of...

Made in the microwave, these sweet and chewy bars can be stirred by very quickly. Loaded with caramel, chocolate, peanuts...

Cozy, comforting meat loaf can be tonight's dinner—even at the last minute. This nifty microwave recipe makes it possible.

I can whip up this apple pie with graham cracker crust in minutes using the microwave, so it's great for...

I came up with this recipe as a way for my grandkids to enjoy Rice Krispies treats without getting sticky...

I came up with this creamy white chocolate cheesecake after remembering one evening that I needed to bring a treat...

With its melt-in-your-mouth texture and scrumptiously rich flavor, this is the ultimate toffee! Layered on top are three kinds of...

The mild taco flavor of this microwaved main dish is complemented by sour cream and two kinds of cheese. —Patty...

"My mother-in-law served these buttery potatoes at brunch a while ago, and I wouldn't leave until I had the recipe,"...