May / June
2017
The Best Gruyère Cheese
The right Gruyère is buttery and complex, is pleasantly firm and dense, and melt…
Published: May 2017
The Best Syrup/Honey Dispensers
What’s the best tool to control a sticky situation?
Published: May 2017
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Grilled Chicken Drumsticks
When grilled as part of a whole chicken, drumsticks taste just fine. But with th…
Published: April 2017
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
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
Barbecue Spice Rub
When grilled as part of a whole chicken, drumsticks taste just fine. But with th…
Published: May 2017
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
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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German Pancake
What’s the secret to achieving a tender, custardy base and a crispy, puffy rim? …
Published: April 2017
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
Olive Oil Cake
Repurpose one of your favorite savory ingredients for a cake that’s light yet pl…
Published: May 2017
German Pancake for Two
What’s the secret to achieving a tender, custardy base and a crispy, puffy rim? …
Published: May 2017
German Pancake
What’s the secret to achieving a tender, custardy base and a crispy, puffy rim? …
Published: May 2017
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
Ras el Hanout Spice Rub
This quick and flavorful North African spice rub features a host of warm spices.
Published: May 2017
Grilled Spice-Rubbed Chicken Drumsticks
When grilled as part of a whole chicken, drumsticks taste just fine. But with th…
Published: May 2017
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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The Best Coconut Milk
We were shocked by the dramatic differences among canned coconut milks.
Published: May 2017
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Homemade Tortilla Chips
Even the best store-bought tortilla chips can’t compare with the fresh corn flav…
Published: May 2017
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
Risi e Bisi
Brothier than risotto but thicker than soup, this Venetian classic requires a no…
Published: May 2017
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
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
Brown Sugar-Banana Topping
This quick faux-caramel topping makes a great addition to pancakes, waffles, or …
Published: May 2017
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
Jerk-Style Spice Rub
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
We wanted it quick. We wanted it easy. Most of all, we wanted it to be as hearty…
Published: May 2017
Classic Guacamole
A perfectly seasoned dip isn’t just stirred together. You have to cut and paste.
Published: May 2017
The Best Reusable Storage Bags
What’s the scoop on reusable storage bags?
Published: May 2017
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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 Snow Peas and Mint
Could we maintain napa cabbage’s delicate texture but not end up with a soupy sl…
Published: May 2017
Brown Sugar-Apple Topping
This quick faux-caramel topping makes a great addition to pancakes, waffles, or …
Published: May 2017
Panang Beef Curry
With a few tweaks to jarred curry paste, this rich, savory-sweet, deeply fragran…
Published: May 2017
The Best Lid Holders
Do you really need a lid holder? Turns out, you just might.
Published: May 2017
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The Best Refrigerator/Freezer Thermometers
Food quality and safety can be affected if temperatures go outside of the safe z…
Published: May 2017
Buy the WinnerPancetta 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
For a rich crust and tender, juicy meat, we explored the highs and lows of grill…
Published: May 2017
Risi e Bisi
Brothier than risotto but thicker than soup, this Venetian classic requires a no…
Published: May 2017
Olive Oil Cake
Repurpose one of your favorite savory ingredients for a cake that’s light yet pl…
Published: May 2017
Testing Fire Extinguishers
When you have only seconds to put out a kitchen fire, you want an extinguisher t…
Published: May 2017
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
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
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
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
Could we maintain napa cabbage’s delicate texture but not end up with a soupy sl…
Published: May 2017
Panang Beef Curry
With a few tweaks to jarred curry paste, this rich, savory-sweet, deeply fragran…
Published: May 2017
Classic Guacamole
A perfectly seasoned dip isn’t just stirred together. You have to cut and paste.
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’s the Difference Between Pea Sprouts, Pea Shoots, and Pea Greens?
Go beyond the pod and take advantage of the various parts of a pea plant.
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 2023
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