Microwave Cooking

Turn these instant potatoes into a creamy, mashed potato haven with cream cheese and our favorite friend, butter.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Traditional fudge recipes generally require a lot of time and effort, but this microwave fudge recipe is much easier and just as delicious!

Method:   microwave
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with pecan, butter or margarine, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground cloves

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

Don't tell the people stirring their pots for hours on end, but you can throw together a shockingly good side of baked beans with a few minutes and a microwave.

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

Caramel crisis? Solve it in a flash with this microwave method. It's like having a dessert superhero in your kitchen.

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

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This Alfredo sauce is made from a blend of Parmesan, Romano, and Asiago cheeses which are quickly cooked with milk and butter in the microwave for a practically instant...

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

Got 3 minutes? Then we've got a delicious fudge recipe you need to try.

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

Don't throw away all those seeds when you're carving jack-o-lanterns, you can make them into a delicious roasted snack with just a few minutes in the microwave.

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

Good, homemade salsa makes such a difference over flavorless store-bought jars. Starting with ripe tomatoes is crucial, so if they're in season then you're on your way to a sensational...

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with egg, all-purpose flour, corn meal, sugar, baking powder, salt, milk, vegetable oil

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

It was only a matter of time until the ranch dressing made it into the wings themselves. If you're more of a blue cheese person than a ranch person, just sub that in.

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with round steak, onion, salt, flour, black pepper, tomato sauce

Method:   microwave
Time:   1-2 hours

With five ingredients and five minutes you can whip up a cheese sauce perfect for steamed veggies, nachos, and so much more.

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with shortening, water, buttermilk, baking soda, salt, vanilla extract, baking powder, eggs, unsweetened chocolate

Method:   microwave, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

This easy recipe combines fresh, ripe peaches, zesty lemon juice, and pectin to create a sweet and tangy peach jam.

Method:   microwave
Time:   30-60 minutes

Nachos are always a hit. These beefy and cheesy nachos can be topped with your favorite add-ons such as jalapenos, sour cream, and guacamole.

Method:   microwave, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This microwave recipe boasts tender salmon and a light buttery lemon sauce, making it a great choice for busy nights or anyone who loves seafood.

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

If you don't have time to slow roast garlic in the oven, try this quick microwave method

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with water, tea bags

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

A quick and easy chili cheese corn chip casserole made with corn chips, chili con carne, and cheese, all ready in minutes.

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

No need for a campfire for this classic treat. Bring the fun inside by using your microwave to melt the chocolate and marshmallows. Same favorite childhood s'mores (without the...

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with ground cinnamon, milk, honey, vanilla extract

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with water, rice, shrimp, andouille sausage, celery, onion, garlic, margarine or butter, tomatoes, tomato paste

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

This mug cake is better than a microwave dessert has any right to be with a dry ingredient mix that you can throw together ahead of time and store, you'll never be more than...

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

Decadence, meet convenience! This breeze of a recipe is a few steps up from the microwave pasta of your not so distant past. Flavored with onion and Tabasco, it's grown...

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

These scrambled eggs in a mug are fun for kids and handy for grownups!

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with chocolate bars, almonds, butter, sugar, salt, water

Method:   microwave
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with water, vanilla extract, all-purpose flour, sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, milk, butter

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

Green bell peppers are filled with ground beef, oats, egg, onion, and chili sauce and then topped with a zesty ketchup-sour cream sauce.

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with frozen asparagus spears, cream of mushroom soup, shrimp, black olives, tuna, cooking sherry, white bread

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with green bell pepper, onion, olive oil, garlic, tomato sauce, red wine, fresh oregano, dried oregano, salt

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with strawberries, vanilla extract, skim milk, egg, sugar, cornstarch, vanilla

Method:   microwave
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with tomatoes, Swiss cheese, margarine or butter, pumpernickel bread, corned beef, sauerkraut, thousand island salad dressing

Method:   stovetop, microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with onion, butter, olive oil, garlic, flour, parsley, salt, white pepper, clams

Method:   microwave, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with buttery crackers, cream cheese, ranch salad dressing, Dijon mustard, cauliflower florets, broccoli florets

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with ginger, pork, onion, pineapple chunks, brown sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, soy sauce, salt, pepper

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with paprika, dried parsley, butter or margarine, frozen chopped spinach, onion, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, red snapper fillets

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with baking soda, milk, all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, sugar, salt

Method:   microwave
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with bratwurst buns, sauerkraut, bratwurst, beer, onion, brown sugar, caraway seed

Method:   outdoor grill, microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with black pepper, green bell pepper, onion, bacon, ground beef, bread, milk, egg, ketchup, salt

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with caramel ice cream topping, cinnamon, spice cake mix, eggs, pumpkin

Method:   microwave, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with green food coloring, fruit pectin, kiwi fruit, sugar, lime juice, crushed pineapple

Method:   microwave
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with ham, cream of mushroom soup, milk, frozen cut green beans, French fried onions

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

This oven or microwave dinner is made with ground beef, mushrooms, bell pepper, celery, onion, rice, tomato sauce, and topped with American cheese.

Method:   oven, stovetop, microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with paprika, bread crumbs, sole fillets, mayonnaise, green onion, Parmesan cheese

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

This Mexican-inspired chicken dip will be sure to disappear at your next party. Full of cheese and chicken, this creamy dip is perfectly paired with crispy tortilla chips.

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with ground cinnamon, walnuts, whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, shortening, brown sugar

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with blue cheese, Yukon chips, garlic powder

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

This delicious single-serving peach cobbler can be made in just a few minutes. Great for kids or a late night dessert craving.

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with ketchup, dry mustard, brown sugar, ground beef, evaporated milk, onion soup mix, salt

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes