Most people would tell you they’d be lost without their microwave. And while they’re likely telling the truth—the appliance is endlessly convenient, after all—they may not be using it to its full ...

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Think beyond popcorn.

Slow cookers are a lifesaver for busy families, when you need to make a big batch of mashed potatoes for a crowd, and when you are just feeling too lazy to use your stove or oven (it's still "cooking" ...

When it's safe and when it's not.