September / October
2015
Fattoush (Pita Bread Salad with Tomatoes and Cucumber)
With a mix of crunchy and chewy textures, this Middle Eastern bread salad is har…
Published: September 2015
Sautéed Summer Squash with Mint and Pistachios
A common kitchen tool gets around the core issue.
Published: September 2015
Chocolate-Caramel Layer Cake
The cake and frosting we weren’t worried about. But a caramel filling that was c…
Published: September 2015
New-Generation Kitchen Trash Cans
We purchased five tall kitchen trash cans, including standard bargain bins and l…
Published: September 2015
Buy the WinnerFattoush (Pita Bread Salad with Tomatoes and Cucumber) for Two
With a mix of crunchy and chewy textures, this Middle Eastern bread salad is har…
Published: September 2015
Carbon Steel versus Cast Iron
Carbon steel is composed of roughly 99 percent iron to 1 percent carbon, while c…
Published: September 2015
Sweet and Tangy Barbecue Sauce
Serve with our Sweet and Tangy Grilled Country-Style Pork Ribs.
Published: September 2015
Sautéed Summer Squash with Parsley and Garlic
A common kitchen tool gets around the core issue.
Published: September 2015
The Best 12-Inch Carbon-Steel Skillets
What if one pan could do everything the best traditional stainless-steel, cast-i…
Published: September 2015
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Sautéed Summer Squash with Parsley and Garlic
A common kitchen tool gets around the core issue.
Published: September 2015
Sweet and Tangy Grilled Country-Style Pork Ribs
Though not true ribs, this lesser-known cut pairs the rich flavor of ribs with t…
Published: September 2015
Pan-Seared Flank Steak with Mustard-Chive Butter
Flank steak has it all: rich, beefy flavor; lean meat; and a reasonable price ta…
Published: September 2015
Sautéed Summer Squash with Oregano and Pepper Flakes
A common kitchen tool gets around the core issue.
Published: September 2015
Spanish Braised Chicken with Sherry and Saffron (Pollo en Pepitoria)
The rich flavor and lush consistency of this classic dish from Spain’s Castilla–…
Published: September 2015
Paper Towel Holders
We purchased six paper towel holders, priced from $13.00 to $24.99, determined t…
Published: September 2015
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Black Bean Burgers
Earthy black beans should make a satisfying nonmeat burger. But most either fall…
Published: September 2015
Pan-Seared Flank Steak with Garlic-Anchovy Butter
Flank steak has it all: rich, beefy flavor; lean meat; and a reasonable price ta…
Published: September 2015
Frosting Cakes with Flair
Here are three easy techniques for finishing layer cakes with a polished look.
Published: September 2015
The Best Maple Syrup
Maple syrup continues to be produced on small farms in the same low-tech way tha…
Published: September 2015
Sausage Meatballs and Spaghetti
A good meatball is tender enough to cut with a fork; sausage is inherently firm …
Published: September 2015
Science: How to Slice Steak
The way you slice steak can make all the difference. Here’s why.
Published: September 2015
Ribs That Aren't
Country-Style Pork Ribs recipe are more like pork chops than traditional spareri…
Published: September 2015
Getting the Most out of Leeks
Here's a few test kitchen tips for getting the most out of your leeks.
Published: September 2015
The Best Offset Spatulas
We tested six offset spatulas by slathering dozens of jelly rolls and layer cake…
Published: September 2015
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Wine Travel Bags
We tested four wine travel bags made of various types of plastic or neoprene by …
Published: September 2015
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Science: How to Slice Steak
The way you slice steak can make all the difference. Here’s why.
Published: September 2015
Carbon-Steel Skillets
What if one pan could do everything the best traditional stainless-steel, cast-i…
Published: September 2015
Chocolate-Caramel Layer Cake
The cake and frosting we weren’t worried about. But a caramel filling that was c…
Published: September 2015
Black Bean Burgers
Earthy black beans should make a satisfying nonmeat burger. But most either fall…
Published: September 2015
Sweet and Tangy Grilled Country-Style Pork Ribs
Though not true ribs, this lesser-known cut pairs the rich flavor of ribs with t…
Published: September 2015
Fattoush (Pita Bread Salad with Tomatoes and Cucumber)
With a mix of crunchy and chewy textures, this Levantine bread salad is hard to …
Published: September 2015
Sausage Meatballs and Spaghetti
A good meatball is tender enough to cut with a fork; sausage is inherently firm …
Published: September 2015
Spanish Braised Chicken with Sherry and Saffron (Pollo en Pepitoria)
The rich flavor and lush consistency of this classic dish from Spain’s Castilla–…
Published: September 2015
Ultimate Flaky Buttermilk Biscuits
For layered, ultraflaky biscuits, you’ve got to know when to fold them and when …
Published: September 2015
Pan-Seared Flank Steak with Mustard-Chive Butter
Flank steak has it all: rich, beefy flavor; lean meat; and a reasonable price ta…
Published: September 2015
Apple Butter
Although it’s in the same family as applesauce, apple butter goes a step further…
Published: September 2015
Why Gas Grills Need to Preheat Longer
We call for preheating charcoal grills and gas grills for different amounts of t…
Published: September 2015
Don't Bother with a Dough Blade
Are the dough blades that come with many food processors worth using?
Published: September 2015
Brining Beans in Half the Water
Is a full gallon of brine really necessary for soaking a pound of dried beans?
Published: September 2015
A Better Way to Keep Dough from Sticking
We discovered a better way to keep dough from sticking when rolling it out.
Published: September 2015
Two Speedy Ways to Soften Butter
A stick of butter takes about an hour to soften at room temperature, so we came …
Published: September 2015
Low-Fat versus Nonfat Buttermilk
Are low-fat and nonfat buttermilk interchangeable in recipes?
Published: September 2015
The Mayo Advantage for Grilled Cheese
Both butter and mayonnaise produce grilled-cheese sandwiches with crisp, well-br…
Published: September 2015
Parmesan Rind Substitutes
We wanted to know if the rinds from other aged cheeses could do the job usually …
Published: September 2015
Another Way to Thicken Soups
We wondered if oats might work just as well as sandwich bread as a thickener in …
Published: September 2015
The Best Way to Grease a Cake Pan
For a clean release, grease, flour—and parchment—are key.
Published: April 2019
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