Avoid using tall and skinny mugs, as they make it difficult for the cake to cook evenly in the microwave. The shape and size of your mug dramatically affects how evenly your cake cooks. A wide, ...

The foundation of any great mug cake starts with selecting the right vessel – and this detail makes a bigger impact than most people realize. Professional bakers recommend using a microwave-safe mug ...

Alexandra is an associate editor on CNET's Performance Optimization team. She graduated from Marymount Manhattan College in New York City, and interned with CNET's Tech and News teams while in school.

The microwave is the most used but least cherished device in my kitchen. Unlike my beloved KitchenAid mixer or snazzy convection oven, it’s never used for cooking. Instead, I use it to reheat ...

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. I’ve been baking for a very long time, and ...

The best microwave turns frozen foods into fresh, home-cooked meals and makes reheating leftovers just as good as last night’s dinner. It should be easy to fire up with just a few presses of a button ...