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Risi e Bisi
Risi e Bisi
Brothier than risotto but thicker than soup, this Venetian classic requires a no…
Published: May 2017
Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Grilled Pineapple–Red Onion Salsa
Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Grilled Pineapple–Red Onion Salsa
For a rich crust and tender, juicy meat, we explored the highs and lows of grill…
Published: May 2017
The Best Syrup/Honey Dispensers
The Best Syrup/Honey Dispensers
What’s the best tool to control a sticky situation?
Published: May 2017
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Classic Guacamole
Classic Guacamole
A perfectly seasoned dip isn’t just stirred together. You have to cut and paste.
Published: May 2017
Tasting Canned Coconut Milk
Tasting Canned Coconut Milk
We were shocked by the dramatic differences among canned coconut milks.
Published: April 2017
Napa Cabbage Slaw with Apple and Walnuts
Napa Cabbage Slaw with Apple and Walnuts
Could we maintain napa cabbage’s delicate texture but not end up with a soupy sl…
Published: May 2017
Grilled Pork Tenderloin
Grilled Pork Tenderloin
For a rich crust and tender, juicy meat, we explored the highs and lows of grill…
Published: April 2017
Stir-Fried Shrimp
Stir-Fried Shrimp
The key to our stir-fried shrimp? Don’t stir-fry them at all.
Published: April 2017
The Best Gruyère Cheese
The Best Gruyère Cheese
The right Gruyère is buttery and complex, is pleasantly firm and dense, and melt…
Published: May 2017
Spicy Napa Cabbage Slaw with Red Bell Pepper
Spicy Napa Cabbage Slaw with Red Bell Pepper
Could we maintain napa cabbage’s delicate texture but not end up with a soupy sl…
Published: May 2017
Napa Cabbage Slaw with Jicama and Pepitas
Napa Cabbage Slaw with Jicama and Pepitas
Could we maintain napa cabbage’s delicate texture but not end up with a soupy sl…
Published: May 2017
Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Grilled Tomatillo Salsa
Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Grilled Tomatillo Salsa
For a rich crust and tender, juicy meat, we explored the highs and lows of grill…
Published: May 2017
Stir-Fried Shrimp and Asparagus in Garlic Sauce
Stir-Fried Shrimp and Asparagus in Garlic Sauce
The key to preserving the moisture of the shrimp in this stir-fry recipe is to n…
Published: May 2017
Napa Cabbage Slaw with Carrots and Sesame
Napa Cabbage Slaw with Carrots and Sesame
Could we maintain napa cabbage’s delicate texture but not end up with a soupy sl…
Published: May 2017
Testing Syrup Dispensers
Testing Syrup Dispensers
What’s the best tool to control a sticky situation?
Published: April 2017
Gruyère: Another Big Cheese in Our Kitchen
Gruyère: Another Big Cheese in Our Kitchen
The right Gruyère is buttery and complex, is pleasantly firm and dense, and melt…
Published: April 2017
Testing Fire Extinguishers
Testing Fire Extinguishers
When you have only seconds to put out a kitchen fire, you want an extinguisher t…
Published: April 2017
Olive Oil Cake
Olive Oil Cake
Repurpose one of your favorite savory ingredients for a cake that’s light yet pl…
Published: April 2017
German Pancake
German Pancake
What’s the secret to achieving a tender, custardy base and a crispy, puffy rim? …
Published: April 2017
Grilled Chicken Drumsticks
Grilled Chicken Drumsticks
When grilled as part of a whole chicken, drumsticks taste just fine. But with th…
Published: April 2017
Panang Beef Curry
Panang Beef Curry
With a few tweaks to jarred curry paste, this rich, savory-sweet, deeply fragran…
Published: April 2017
The Best Coconut Milk
The Best Coconut Milk
We were shocked by the dramatic differences among canned coconut milks.
Published: May 2017
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Napa Cabbage Slaw with Snow Peas and Mint
Napa Cabbage Slaw with Snow Peas and Mint
Could we maintain napa cabbage’s delicate texture but not end up with a soupy sl…
Published: May 2017
Olive Oil Cake
Olive Oil Cake
Repurpose one of your favorite savory ingredients for a cake that’s light yet pl…
Published: May 2017
Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Grilled Tomato-Ginger Salsa
Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Grilled Tomato-Ginger Salsa
For a rich crust and tender, juicy meat, we explored the highs and lows of grill…
Published: May 2017
German Pancake for Two
German Pancake for Two
What’s the secret to achieving a tender, custardy base and a crispy, puffy rim? …
Published: May 2017
German Pancake
German Pancake
What’s the secret to achieving a tender, custardy base and a crispy, puffy rim? …
Published: May 2017
Stir-Fried Shrimp with Onion, Bell Peppers, and Cumin
Stir-Fried Shrimp with Onion, Bell Peppers, and Cumin
The key to preserving the moisture of the shrimp in this stir-fry recipe is to n…
Published: May 2017
Stir-Fried Shrimp and Broccoli
Stir-Fried Shrimp and Broccoli
The key to preserving the moisture of the shrimp in this stir-fry recipe is to n…
Published: May 2017
Grilled Spice-Rubbed Chicken Drumsticks
Grilled Spice-Rubbed Chicken Drumsticks
When grilled as part of a whole chicken, drumsticks taste just fine. But with th…
Published: May 2017
Panang Beef Curry
Panang Beef Curry
With a few tweaks to jarred curry paste, this rich, savory-sweet, deeply fragran…
Published: May 2017
The Best Reusable Storage Bags
The Best Reusable Storage Bags
What’s the scoop on reusable storage bags?
Published: May 2017
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The Best Refrigerator/Freezer Thermometers
The Best Refrigerator/Freezer Thermometers
Food quality and safety can be affected if temperatures go outside of the safe z…
Published: May 2017
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The Best Fire Extinguishers
The Best Fire Extinguishers
When you have only seconds to put out a kitchen fire, you want an extinguisher t…
Published: May 2017
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6 Tips for Better Pasta
6 Tips for Better Pasta
Boiling pasta in salted water is a straightforward kitchen task, but you can imp…
Published: April 2017
Avocado Primer
Avocado Primer
Our primer on avocado shopping, storage, and handling.
Published: April 2017
Testing Refrigerator/Freezer Thermometers
Testing Refrigerator/Freezer Thermometers
Food quality and safety can be affected if temperatures go outside of the safe z…
Published: April 2017
Homemade Tortilla Chips
Homemade Tortilla Chips
Even the best store-bought tortilla chips can’t compare with the fresh corn flav…
Published: May 2017
Brown Sugar-Banana Topping
Brown Sugar-Banana Topping
This quick faux-caramel topping makes a great addition to pancakes, waffles, or …
Published: May 2017
Barbecue Spice Rub
Barbecue Spice Rub
When grilled as part of a whole chicken, drumsticks taste just fine. But with th…
Published: May 2017
Ras el Hanout Spice Rub
Ras el Hanout Spice Rub
This quick and flavorful North African spice rub features a host of warm spices.
Published: May 2017
Meatless “Meat” Sauce with Chickpeas and Mushrooms
Meatless “Meat” Sauce with Chickpeas and Mushrooms
We wanted it quick. We wanted it easy. Most of all, we wanted it to be as hearty…
Published: May 2017
Brown Sugar-Apple Topping
Brown Sugar-Apple Topping
This quick faux-caramel topping makes a great addition to pancakes, waffles, or …
Published: May 2017
Jerk-Style Spice Rub
Jerk-Style Spice Rub
When grilled as part of a whole chicken, drumsticks taste just fine. But with th…
Published: May 2017
The Best Lid Holders
The Best Lid Holders
Do you really need a lid holder? Turns out, you just might.
Published: May 2017
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Mini Slow Cookers
Mini Slow Cookers
They may look like novelty items, but these itty-bitty slow cookers are more ver…
Published: May 2017
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Pancetta versus Prosciutto
Pancetta and prosciutto are often confused, since both are traditional Italian c…
Published: May 2017
Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Grilled Pineapple–Red Onion Salsa
Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Grilled Pineapple–Red Onion Salsa
For a rich crust and tender, juicy meat, we explored the highs and lows of grill…
Published: May 2017
Risi e Bisi
Risi e Bisi
Brothier than risotto but thicker than soup, this Venetian classic requires a no…
Published: May 2017
Olive Oil Cake
Olive Oil Cake
Repurpose one of your favorite savory ingredients for a cake that’s light yet pl…
Published: May 2017
Testing Fire Extinguishers
Testing Fire Extinguishers
When you have only seconds to put out a kitchen fire, you want an extinguisher t…
Published: May 2017
German Pancake
German Pancake
What’s the secret to achieving a tender, custardy base and a crispy, puffy rim? …
Published: May 2017
Stir-Fried Shrimp and Asparagus in Garlic Sauce
Stir-Fried Shrimp and Asparagus in Garlic Sauce
The key to preserving the moisture of the shrimp in this stir-fry recipe is to n…
Published: May 2017
Grilled Spice-Rubbed Chicken Drumsticks
Grilled Spice-Rubbed Chicken Drumsticks
When grilled as part of a whole chicken, drumsticks taste just fine. But with th…
Published: May 2017
Meatless "Meat" Sauce with Chickpeas and Mushrooms
Meatless "Meat" Sauce with Chickpeas and Mushrooms
We wanted it quick. We wanted it easy. Most of all, we wanted it to be as hearty…
Published: May 2017
Napa Cabbage Slaw with Carrots and Sesame
Napa Cabbage Slaw with Carrots and Sesame
Could we maintain napa cabbage’s delicate texture but not end up with a soupy sl…
Published: May 2017
Panang Beef Curry
Panang Beef Curry
With a few tweaks to jarred curry paste, this rich, savory-sweet, deeply fragran…
Published: May 2017
Classic Guacamole
Classic Guacamole
A perfectly seasoned dip isn’t just stirred together. You have to cut and paste.
Published: May 2017
Lazy Cook’s Frosting
This simple frosting takes just about a minute to make.
Published: May 2017
5 Steps to Perfect Pizza Dough
The key to great pizza crust is to handle the dough as gently—and as little—as p…
Published: May 2017
Recrisping Stale Crackers and Cookies
Bring your stale cookies, crackers, and chips back to life.
Published: May 2017
Is Tofu Worth Marinating?
We know that, contrary to popular belief, marinades do most of their work on the…
Published: May 2017
Spotty Cabbage Leaves
When shopping for napa cabbage, we’ve noticed that some heads have tiny black sp…
Published: May 2017
How to Cook with Chayote
Chayote can be eaten both raw and cooked. Here's the best way(s) to prepare it.
Published: May 2017
Pricing Chicken Parts
Chicken breasts have the highest yield of meat per pound of all chicken parts, b…
Published: May 2017
The Best Way to Store Rhubarb
It turns out that the best method we’ve found for storing celery also works for …
Published: May 2017
What to Do with Pea Greens
The best way to prepare pea greens.
Published: May 2017
Cooking Class: Boil versus Simmer
Whether we call for boiling or simmering in a recipe depends on the situation.
Published: May 2017
Seasonings Beyond Salt and Pepper
While salt and pepper are always a consideration for final tweaks, our test cook…
Published: May 2017
Troubleshooting a Weak Flame on a Gas Grill
If you are experiencing a weak flame from your gas grill, try these troubleshoot…
Published: May 2017
Testing Lid Holders
Testing Lid Holders
Do you really need a lid holder? Turns out, you just might.
Published: April 2017
Napa Cabbage Slaws
Napa Cabbage Slaws
Could we maintain napa cabbage’s delicate texture but not end up with a soupy sl…
Published: April 2017
Meatless "Meat" Sauce
Meatless "Meat" Sauce
We wanted it quick. We wanted it easy. Most of all, we wanted it to be as hearty…
Published: April 2017

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