Crispy fried onion slices in bowl with a spoon on a kitchen towel - Bhofack2/Getty Images Onions are an undeniable kitchen staple, which is why picking the best onions at the grocery store is crucial.

A little oil, a microwave, and a few minutes are all it takes to get tender, mellow onions—ready to top tarts, toss into salads, or layer into sandwiches. No skillet required. This microwave trick ...

This microwave trick softens onions in minutes—perfect for topping puff pastry tarts, layering into sandwiches, or tossing into salads. Many years ago, my wife and I co-wrote a column for Reader's ...