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.

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    Gruesome Green Toes

    4 Reviews

    With only four ingredients and no baking, you'll be in and out of the kitchen in no time with this...


    Hot Roast Beef Sandwich

    6 Reviews

    This hot roast beef sandwich will remind you of the classic version, but store-bought mashed potatoes and gravy and deli...


    Olive Oil Dip

    8 Reviews

    Combine a blend of herbs to create this mouthwatering mix. Plumping the herbs in water before stirring into olive oil...


    Party Nachos

    7 Reviews

    Put a new delicious spin on nachos! Simple to make, these are ideal for most any party or a fun...


    Microwave Potato Chips

    8 Reviews

    Can you make golden, crispy homemade potato chips in the microwave? We had our doubts, but they were quickly put...


    Mediterranean Chicken with Spaghetti Squash

    17 Reviews

    Brimming with classic Mediterranean ingredients, this restaurant-quality dish will be an instant dinnertime hit. Serve it with a quick salad...


    White Chocolate Popcorn Deluxe

    5 Reviews

    This popcorn recipe is so fast and simple. I take it to potlucks and for the teachers' table at work....


    Kids’ Sushi

    2 Reviews

    I’ve taken these fun mock sushi rolls to picnics and parties and served them at home with an Asian dinner....

    Chili-Lime Snack Mix

    1 Reviews

    Why buy a pricey bagged snack mix when you can easily make a better-tasting one at home? Create a Southwestern...


    Hot Buttered Rum Party Mix

    A spicy mix of crisp cereal, soft marshmallows and rum extract make this a delicious treat to nosh on with...


    Chocolate Pecan Pie Snack Mix

    4 Reviews

    My crowd-pleasing party mix is buttery, chocolaty and nutty. The recipe yields a party-sized portion, but I recommend keeping it...


    Bart’s Black Bean Soup for Two

    This soup is made in minutes. We enjoy it with Herbed Dinner Rolls from an older issue of Simple &...


    Chicken Florentine Meatballs

    30 Reviews

    Juicy chicken Florentine meatballs are served in a tomato-mushroom sauce over spaghetti squash for a healthy dinner that’s big on...


    Chocolate-Covered Bacon

    14 Reviews

    Indulge in the ultimate fair-food treat at home with this easy chocolate-covered bacon recipe, ready in under an hour. Customize...


    Salmon with Tarragon Sauce

    1 Reviews

    Here’s a fast and foolproof microwave method for tender salmon steaks covered with a distinctive Dijon and green onion sauce....


    Pumpkin Cream of Wheat

    4 Reviews

    This autumn-inspired breakfast tastes like pumpkin pie—without the guilt! Double the recipe if you feel like sharing. —Amy Bashtovoi, Sidney,...


    Southwest Zucchini Boats

    18 Reviews

    These fun “boats” are packed with a tasty taco meat filling that’s both hearty and family-friendly. —Taste of Home Test...

    Halloween Pretzel Treats

    1 Reviews

    Sweet and salty snack sticks: What's not to love? An added bonus—these treats can easily be customized for any holiday....


    Sweet-Tooth Popcorn

    3 Reviews

    I like to be creative with this popcorn recipe and add different things to make it festive for the holidays....


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    Apple Nachos

    19 Reviews

    Versatile to make with any ingredients you have, these apple nachos are the perfect sweet treat to serve to a...


    Easy Cinnamon Thins

    When a co-worker’s husband came home from Iraq, we had a potluck for him. These cookies with coarse red sugar...


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    Rosemary-Lemon Grilled Chicken

    15 Reviews

    Here's a simple dish with big bold lemon and rosemary flavors that's made with very few ingredients. It's great by...


    French Vanilla Mocha

    1 Reviews

    My husband and I have spent hours trying to create coffeehouse drinks. This is the closest we've come. You can...

    Turkey Dinner Cupcakes

    17 Reviews

    Here's a turkey that even a vegetarian would love. Have a little fun on Thanksgiving and serve these right alongside...


    Bananas Foster Crunch Mix

    12 Reviews

    Bananas Foster is one of my favorite desserts. So I thought that a crunchy, snackable version would be a hit....


    Gluten-Free Chocolate Snack Mix

    2 Reviews

    Being gluten-intolerant, I experiment with a lot of recipes. This sweet snack is fun for kids and adults alike! —Angela...


    Lime-in-the-Coconut Almond Bark

    6 Reviews

    I love the combination of flavors in this tropical treat, and it takes mere minutes to make. If you need...


    Macadamia-Coconut Candy Clusters

    1 Reviews

    These are super easy to make. They are ideal for bake sales, teacher gifts or candy platters. They are a...


    Beef and Bean Burritos

    9 Reviews

    This recipe made it through the pickiest taste testers: my kids! They absolutely hate beans, but love, love, love these...