Microwave Cooking

When raising a child you often walk a fine line between making sure they are safe and allowing them a little independence. Teaching kids to prepare their own meals is a common way to give them a feeling of self-reliance, but allowing them to use the stove can be dangerous. There are many kid-friendly recipes for the microwave that are... more »

Microwave ovens cook food by generating heat inside the food through the excitation of food molecules by the use of microwave energy. Convection ovens speed cooking in a more traditional way by circulating heat around food using a fan. By combining these two technologies, a convection microwave speeds cooking dramatically while... more »

September is National Potato Month. The potato is America's favorite vegetable. Rich in potassium and Vitamin C, the potato is a healthy vegetable for any kitchen. Read on for easy ways to celebrate the spud. more »

Honey baked ham is one of the most tender hams you can buy. What is great about this ham is that it is already perfectly seasoned. All ham, including honey baked ham, is cooked before it is sold in stores. Therefore, it is only necessary that you heat the honey baked ham up before serving it. Once it reaches the temperature you... more »

A spiral ham is a simple centerpiece for a meal that will feed a crowd. Cooking takes only a few steps, and because the ham is already sliced it can easily be carved and served at meal time. The key to a juicy ham is to be sure not to overcook it. more »