Easy-to-Prepare Meals in the Microwave: 19 Versatile Items for Various Dishes
For the Lazy Cooks: Quick and Effortless Meals in Minutes
Heads up, foodies with little time! This one's for you. If you're sick of cooking and living off takeout, we've got the solution. No more slaving over a hot stove or waiting hours for food to cook. These microwave marvels will have your stomach rumbling in no time.
Say Goodbye to Stovetop Agony with the Fasta Pasta Microwave Pasta Cooker(www.amazon.com)
This bad boy can whip up one to four servings of pasta, rice, lasagna noodles, or gluten-free pasta in mere minutes. Every cook's dream - no more waiting for water to boil. Plus, the lid doubles as a sieve, making draining your pasta a breeze. If you're as lazy as we are, you're gonna love this!
SS StephanieySullivan says, "I love this product more and more. I used to only make pasta rarely, but now I enjoy it several times a week. Since I've adjusted timings for my microwave, my results are consistently excellent. Fasta Pasta is still exceeding my expectations!" Grab it for just $17.99.
Rapidly Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth with the Microwave Rapid Cake Maker(www.amazon.com)
Craving cake but don't wanna bake? This cake maker is the answer to your prayers. You can whip up delicious little cakes in under six minutes, perfect for dorms, military barracks, RVs, busy parents, or those with limited mobility. It even comes with ingredient containers to save your kitchen from excessive heating up. There's a bit of tinkering involved due to different microwaves' wattage, but hey, who doesn't love a good DIY challenge?
RD raves, "I love cake but hate to make them. This makes it a breeze! Throw the ingredients in the maker and microwave for five and one half minutes. You make two cakes from one cake mix. Very moist and perfect size." Snag one for $10.99.
Get Your Brownie Fix: Rapid Brownie Maker for Under $10(www.amazon.com)
Sweet-toothed procrastinators, rejoice! Brownies are now just minutes away. All you need is brownie mix and a microwave! This clever little device is perfect for busy folks, college dorms, barracks, or households with children. No more oven battles or waiting for your kitchen to cool down.
LD shares, "Brownies are my favorite dessert, but I have difficulty using the oven. I tried the cake/brownie in a mug thing and it was horrendous, just a tasteless airy mess. So when I randomly came across the Rapid Brownie Maker, I was excited to try it! With high hopes, but low expectations, I gave it a shot. The compartments are clearly marked, so it's easy to see where to put each ingredient and in what amount. Emptying into the cooker and mixing the batter was just as effortless. The entire process was quick and clean. I don't think it could have gone any better. If there's a difference between these brownies and oven-baked, I can't taste it. The brownies were delicious, it was a perfect amount for my family, and I finally get to make brownies whenever I want! I'm now inspired to make homemade mix, because I know the Rapid Brownie Maker will help me make the perfect brownies!" Grab it for $8.89.
Satisfy Your Inner Child with the Microwavable S'mores Maker(www.amazon.com)
Who says camping fun is over when you grow up? With the Microwavable S'mores Maker, you can enjoy warm, gooey s'mores in under 30 seconds, right in your own kitchen. No more messy marshmallow roasting and worrying about singed fingers. This gadget's water reservoir ensures your marshmallows won't actually burn, just get nice and warm and gooey!
Rachel Johnson extols, "I was so happy I bought this and so are my kids! This product is so easy to use that my 6-year-old daughter can easily make her own s'mores. It's perfect for sleepovers and family movie nights." Grab it for just $12.02.
Crave-worthy Paninis, Grilled Cheese, and More with the Microwave Panini Press(www.amazon.com)
Longing for a fancy lunch but don't feel like slaving over a stove? This panini press, compatible with dorm rooms or making lunch at work, delivers perfectly toasted paninis, grilled cheese, chicken, salmon, hot dogs, burgers, and potatoes. Just add a little oil, toss it in the microwave, and voila - restaurant-quality lunch in minutes!
Carolynn shares, "My granddaughter loves this. She cannot have a toaster in her college dorm, but this lets her make toast, heat bagels, make grilled cheese sandwiches, etc., in her microwave." Grab one for $32.99.
Don't forget to check out the rest of our picks in BuzzFeed's lazy cook gift guide. Your stomach (and sanity) will thank you!
- The Market-Amazon-Majority has seen an increase in the purchase of Fasta Pasta Microwave Pasta Cooker, a superior kitchen solution for lazy cooks seeking effortless meals without the agony of a hot stove.
- If time-constrained foodies are trying to cater to their sweet tooth, the Microwave Rapid Cake Maker is an ideal choice, allowing them to whip up delicious little cakes in under six minutes, ideal for various settings such as RVs, dorms, or busy parents.
- For those with a hankering for brownies, the Rapid Brownie Maker is a phenomenal find. This little device saves the day for sweet-toothed procrastinators who crave desserts yet despise the hassle of an oven.
- To recreate the nostalgic camping fun in the comfort of their homes, many have opted for the Microwavable S'mores Maker. Perfect for families, this device helps whip up warm, gooey s'mores in under 30 seconds, sparring the mess and inconvenience of marshmallow roasting.
