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.

Place the coconut oil in a large, microwave-safe mixing bowl. Microwave for about 30 seconds, just until melted. Set aside to cool to room temperature (alternatively, you can melt the coconut oil in a ...

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Microwave zucchini until it gives to gentle pressure. When cool enough to handle, slice in half lengthwise and scoop out seeds. Let sit, cut side down, on paper towels ...

Rachael Faught of California submitted this recipe for our Healthy Eating Contest. Rachael Faught describes her recipe: Stuffed zucchini is the food of childhood memories. There isn t a time when I ...

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Lisa Lillien shares an easy way to cut calories from the popular Italian recipe Lisa Lillien is the author of the popular Hungry Girl website and email newsletter, featuring smart, funny advice on ...

To prepare the microwave vegetable minestrone, first wash and dry the vegetables. Remove the pumpkin skin (1). Use a spoon to scoop out the seeds and internal filaments (2). Then slice it into evenly ...