Editor's note: This article was originally published in 2015 and was updated in 2024. Every summer Iowans are faced with a decision: How to cook sweet corn? Should you be boiling? Grilling?

For the most part, yes, it is safe to use paper towels in the microwave. A good rule of thumb is to only use all-white, as opposed to printed, paper towels when microwaving. If you’re not sure about ...

Editor's note: This story was originally published in 2015. Every summer Iowans are faced with a decision: How to cook sweet corn? Should you be boiling? Grilling? Microwaving? And even when a method ...

A plain white paper towel is being used along the outer lip of an open microwave. - FotoDuets/Shutterstock Microwaves are an essential appliance for every kitchen, having come a long way since the ...

Learn how to cook corn on the cob in the microwave so the only thing standing between you and those juicy kernels is the push of a button. The post How to Cook Corn on the Cob in the Microwave ...