A microwave is an incredibly useful kitchen appliance — and for some people, such as college students and urbanites living in small apartments, it's the only method of heating and cooking food.

There are times when we all need an extra hand—the busy holiday season being one of those times. The microwave, designed for more than just reheating, has a lot to offer. I often use it to “steam” ...

As a Midwest girl, summertime isn't complete for me without corn on the cob. However, now that I'm living in an apartment without a grill to make corn on, steaming up a big pot of boiling water just ...

This article may contain affiliate links that Yahoo and/or the publisher may receive a commission from if you buy a product or service through those links. Microwaves are for so much more than ...

The idea of a “fast and fabulous” microwave mug recipe is irresistible: There’s little waiting or washing up, you don’t heat up the kitchen, and the mug is the perfect size when you’re cooking for one ...

Microwaves are a standard appliance in most kitchens nowadays, but it wasn’t always that way. The world’s first commercial microwave, the futuristically named Radarange, was invented by an engineer at ...

Go back to school or work the Bigger Bolder Baking way with my Top 5 NEW Microwave Mug Breakfasts including both Sweet & (for the first time ever) Savory recipes! Find out how to make pancakes, sweet ...

Where to buy it: Microwave Chip Maker (vertical) at Walmart and skrten.com; Top Chips Maker (lies flat) at Sur La Table, Walmart and Amazon.com Looking for a free mini puzzle? Play the USA TODAY Quick ...

"Longaniza is very similar to chorizo. Longaniza is made with minced meat, whereas chorizo is made with ground meat. It is a ...

I was told not to cook carrots, green beans and other vegetables in my microwave oven. Evidently, they contain metals that could cause my oven to explode. Seriously? I admit, I was skeptical about ...