The Most Popular Cook's Illustrated Recipes of 2019
The recipes you loved the most this year.
Despite hours of simmering, most beef stews fall flat. With its rich gravy and t…
Sixty years ago, drive-in burgers were synonymous with freshly ground high-quali…
We combine two classic methods (and break a cardinal rule) to make tender, fluff…
In Tuscany, creamy, flavorful beans transform rustic soups and stews into someth…
We set out to achieve a cookie that was crisp at the edges, chewy in the middle,…
After patiently scouring dozens of recipes, we finally created a pie with silky-…
Of course it should be rich and creamy. But for a version of this restaurant cla…
A rustic dessert such as crumble should show off the fruit's tangy freshness—not…
What's the secret to bars with bold, multifaceted citrus flavor? Cut back on the…
Butter isn't always better. An unorthodox ingredient is the key to this simple, …
This pan’s unbeatable heat retention should create the deepest, richest sear on …
This version of tom yum soup features hot, sour, salty, and sweet flavors, with …
No flipping. No long-simmered gravy. For fuss-free turkey and a richly flavored …
Acquacotta transforms humble ingredients into a supremely satisfying meal.
A showpiece when whole, a classic fresh fruit tart rarely retains its good looks…
We’d make this rich, incredibly tender bread a lot more often if we didn’t have …
We love the idea of chewy granola bars, but store-bought versions are overly swe…
Could we streamline the process for this breakfast treat and still produce a sof…
Say goodbye to dry, bland banana bread. For a showstopping loaf with a deep gold…
We thought the classic light, tender American dinner roll couldn’t get any bette…
What if you could get the creamy interiors produced by steaming red potatoes and…
Shakshuka's savory, aromatic tomato sauce is a perfect foil for the rich, runny …
Spicy chiles and tingly Sichuan peppercorns team up with lightly sauced chicken …
You no longer need to fear the drudgery of peeling hard-boiled eggs—with the rig…
Ireland's everyday bread is so quick, foolproof, and wholesome that you'll want …