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    Microwaves: Techniques, Care, Guides & Recipes

    Your microwave oven can be used for more than heating up leftovers. Learn the secrets to this kitchen must-have with our microwave recipes, tips, techniques and more.

    Butternut Squash Burrito Bowl

    This butternut squash burrito bowl is an easy-to-prep dinner that combines fresh ingredients with wholesome convenience foods. It comes together in just minutes and can be customized with everyone's favorite toppings. —Patricia Kukuc, Clearwater, Florida

    Can You Really Make Sweetened Condensed Milk in the Microwave?

    Milk. Sugar. Microwave. Is it possible that these three simple items are all you need...

    This Banana Bread Recipe Only Takes Five Minutes…in Your Microwave!

    There's no need for kneading with banana bread.

    No-Bake Peanut Butter Energy Bars

    These peanut butter energy bars are made with natural ingredients, and there's no baking required!...

    Easy Puppy Chow

    This easy puppy chow recipe uses whole packages so there are no fussy leftovers. Plus,...

    Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Snack Mix

    I love chocolate-covered strawberries, but they're one of those treats you want to make only...

    We Tried 10 Brands of Microwave Popcorn. These Are the 4 You Should Buy.

    You've got your movie queued up, you're in your comfy clothes—all that's left is picking...

    9 Microwave Problems Youll Regret Ignoring

    Unless you want to damage your microwave beyond repair or start a fire in your...

    Chocolate Peanut Butter Mug Cake

    I've tried different variations of these cakes for my family and this chocolate peanut butter...

    Why Professional Chefs Never Touch the Defrost Button on Microwaves

    The microwave does have its limits.

    Why Using Your Microwaves Popcorn Button Is a Bad Idea

    Pressing the "popcorn" button couldn't be easier, but it almost definitely won't yield the best...

    Red, White and Blue Crunch Mix

    My colorful snack mix makes a festive treat for a large group or potluck or...

    Apple Pie Snack Mix

    ????I love homemade apple pie, but I needed a simple sweet treat for my boys...

    Spaghetti Squash & Black Bean Tacos

    Who knew that spaghetti squash could be so amazing stuffed inside tacos? This unique recipe...

    Here Are 16 Ways Your Microwave Can Help You Cook

    Think your microwave is only good for heating frozen dinners? Use these microwave hacks to...

    27 Microwave Recipes Your College Kid Can Make

    With these microwave recipe for college students, the student in your life can spend more...

    Spicy Chocolate Orange Snack Mix

    This munchable treat gets an extra zing from orange zest and a pop from cayenne...

    PB&J Chex Mix

    As a kid, I loved to add crunchy textures, like chips or popcorn, to my...

    Mac ‘n’ Cheese Dinner

    Don’t settle for ordinary mac & cheese! This one is my kids’ favorite meal, so...

    How to Find Your Microwave’s Wattage

    Not sure how to find your microwave's wattage? You're not alone. This task is often...

    10 Genius Products That Make Microwave Cooking Feel Gourmet

    With the right microwave cookware, you can enjoy the convenience of quick cooking without sacrificing...

    20 Microwave Tricks Every Cook Needs to Know

    Your microwave can do more than heat up leftovers! Here are a handful of microwave...

    Why Do Peeps Explode in the Microwave?

    Every kid's favorite Easter-time party trick just so happens to have an interesting science lesson...