You know that moment when you bring out a cake and everyone just stops to look at it? That's what these cakes do. They're the kind you almost don't want to cut into because they look so good. But ...

Imagine a homemade cake mix that kickstarts a dizzying variety of cakes. Caroline Wright's latest cookbook, Cake Magic! ($17.95, Workman), delivers on that dream. With a make-ahead dry mix as a base, ...

There's no need to bake a potato in the oven when you've got a microwave handy. Just be careful removing it after it's cooked—it'll be hot and steamy. Then, let little hands sprinkle with cheese, sour ...

This Mardi Gras-inspired treat is fun, festive—and a fraction of the work.

Editor's note: We're pulling this oldie but goodie recipe from Go Ask Mom's archives. It was another Friday night after another long week and my girls and I had plans for a cozy movie night. And, for ...