Homemade candy at Christmas is a vanishing art often due to candy-thermometer fear or the strength needed to hand beat some recipes. Microwaves and electric mixers can change that. No more hot burners ...

Yvonne writes, "Judy, do you remember a recipe for microwave pralines? A friend of mine cut it out of the paper years ago and has lost it. She said it works well. Hope you can help!" This has always ...

T raditionally, this time of year is when many cooks make a favorite candy to share with family and friends. Remember to never double candy recipes, use a wooden spoon to stir, & take the guesswork ...