July / August
2018
Grilled Tomatoes
Grilling enhances tomatoes with smoky char while preserving their summery taste.…
Published: July 2018
Fresh Tomato Sauce
Tomato flavor is fleeting—which is why we examined every part of the fruit and o…
Published: July 2018
Dark Chocolate–Orange Fudge Sauce
We wanted a pourable, easily reheated sauce with a dark chocolate soul.
Published: July 2018
Peach Tarte Tatin
Yes, you can make a juicy, summery, peach-crowned version of the classic upside-…
Published: July 2018
Cuisinart Automatic Cold Brew Coffeemaker
Cold-brewed coffee in 25 minutes instead of the standard 12 to 24 hours: the rea…
Published: July 2018
The Best Collapsible Steamer Baskets
A bad steamer basket can be a hot mess. Could we find a good one?
Published: July 2018
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The Best Supermarket Burrata
Mozzarella's creamier, more glamorous cousin might just be the wow-factor cheese…
Published: July 2018
Marinated Grilled Tomatoes with Fresh Mozzarella
We wanted to develop a slight twist on the classic Caprese salad using grilled t…
Published: July 2018
Michelada (Mexican Beer and Lime Cocktail)
This tart, spicy cocktail is a refreshing accompaniment to our Crispy Tacos (Tac…
Published: July 2018
Chewy Granola Bars with Hazelnuts, Cherries, and Cacao Nibs
We love the idea of chewy granola bars, but store-bought versions are overly swe…
Published: July 2018
Grilled Tomato Salsa
To lend some smoky depth to a classic tomato salsa, we used grilled tomatoes.
Published: July 2018
Crispy Tacos (Tacos Dorados)
The hard-shell taco has been an American staple for more than half a century. Th…
Published: July 2018
Nut-Free Chewy Granola Bars
We love the idea of chewy granola bars, but store-bought versions are overly swe…
Published: July 2018
Chewy Granola Bars with Walnuts and Cranberries
We love the idea of chewy granola bars, but store-bought versions are overly swe…
Published: July 2018
The Best Pastry Brushes
Finding the best pastry brush is a delicate business.
Published: July 2018
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Scallop Ceviche with Cucumber and Grapefruit
Bright citrus is great with fresh seafood—provided that the acid doesn't overwhe…
Published: July 2018
Best Grilled Chicken Thighs with Garam Masala
Flavorful, meaty, inexpensive thighs should be the easiest part of the chicken t…
Published: July 2018
Dark Chocolate Fudge Sauce
We wanted a pourable, easily reheated sauce with a dark chocolate soul.
Published: July 2018
Oregano: Mediterranean and Mexican
Whether you use Mediterranean or Mexican oregano can impact a recipe's taste.
Published: July 2018
The Best Chef's Knives for Kids
When kids help in the kitchen, they need real tools—not toys. Which knives are s…
Published: July 2018
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The Best Fresh Mozzarella
What makes the best fresh mozzarella? It's all about balance.
Published: July 2018
Buy the WinnerBest Grilled Chicken Thighs with Gochujang for Two
Flavorful, meaty, inexpensive thighs should be the easiest part of the chicken t…
Published: July 2018
Best Grilled Chicken Thighs with Mustard and Tarragon for Two
Flavorful, meaty, inexpensive thighs should be the easiest part of the chicken t…
Published: July 2018
Grilled Tomato Gazpacho
For a riff on this refreshing chilled soup, we used grilled tomatoes.
Published: July 2018
Esquites (Mexican Corn Salad)
Make this bright, creamy charred-corn salad without firing up the grill.
Published: July 2018
Shrimp Ceviche with Tomato, Jícama, and Avocado
Bright citrus is great with fresh seafood—provided that the acid doesn't overwhe…
Published: July 2018
Red Snapper Ceviche with Radishes and Orange
Bright citrus is great with fresh seafood—provided that the acid doesn’t overwhe…
Published: July 2018
Bún Chả
Bún chả—a one-dish meal featuring grilled pork patties, crisp vegetables, spring…
Published: July 2018
Best Grilled Chicken Thighs with Gochujang
Flavorful, meaty, inexpensive thighs should be the easiest part of the chicken t…
Published: July 2018
Best Grilled Chicken Thighs with Mustard and Tarragon
Flavorful, meaty, inexpensive thighs should be the easiest part of the chicken t…
Published: July 2018
Pastry Brush versus Silicone Brush
If you're equal parts cook and baker, consider keeping both types of brushes in …
Published: July 2018
Best Grilled Chicken Thighs with Garam Masala for Two
Flavorful, meaty, inexpensive thighs should be the easiest part of the chicken t…
Published: July 2018
Bún Chả for Two
Bún chả—a one-dish meal featuring grilled pork patties, crisp vegetables, spring…
Published: July 2018
Mexican Dark Chocolate Fudge Sauce
We wanted a pourable, easily reheated sauce with a dark chocolate soul.
Published: July 2018
The Best 9-Inch Tongs
We typically reach for 12-inch tongs to protect our hands from heat and messes, …
Published: July 2018
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How to Prevent Hot Milk from Sticking to the Pan
Constantly scraping the pan bottom isn't practical. So what is?
Published: July 2018
How to Pit and Peel Peaches
What's the best way to peel a peach? It depends on the fruit's ripeness.
Published: July 2018
How to Store Leftover Fruit Pie
Does fruit pie fare better left on the counter or stored in the refrigerator?
Published: July 2018
How to Shop for Cucumbers
Gone are the days when supermarkets sold only one type of cucumber.
Published: July 2018
Don't Toss Expired Cocoa Powder
We ran a couple of kitchen tests to see if really old cocoa powder was still fin…
Published: July 2018
Yellow Peaches versus White Peaches
Can white peaches be used interchangeably with yellow peaches?
Published: July 2018
Digital Instant Read Thermometers
We've recommended a Thermapen for more than a decade, but there's new competitio…
Published: July 2018
Fresh Tomato Sauce
Tomato flavor is fleeting—which is why we examined every part of the fruit and o…
Published: July 2018
Peach Tarte Tatin
Yes, you can make a juicy, summery, peach-crowned version of the classic upside-…
Published: July 2018
Crispy Tacos (Tacos Dorados)
The hard-shell taco has been an American staple for more than half a century. Wh…
Published: July 2018
Vietnamese Grilled Pork Patties with Rice Noodles and Salad (Bún Chả)
Bún chả—a one-dish meal featuring grilled pork patties, crisp vegetables, spring…
Published: July 2018
Dark Chocolate Fudge Sauce
We wanted a pourable, easily reheated sauce with a dark chocolate soul.
Published: July 2018
Grilled Tomatoes
Grilling enhances tomatoes with smoky char while preserving their summery taste.…
Published: July 2018
Red Snapper Ceviche with Radishes and Orange
Bright citrus is great with fresh seafood—provided that the acid doesn’t overwhe…
Published: July 2018
Mexican Corn Salad (Esquites)
Make this bright, creamy charred-corn salad without firing up the grill.
Published: July 2018
Best Grilled Chicken Thighs with Mustard and Tarragon
Flavorful, meaty, inexpensive thighs should be the easiest part of the chicken t…
Published: July 2018
Chewy Granola Bars with Walnuts and Cranberries
We love the idea of chewy granola bars, but store-bought versions are overly sw…
Published: July 2018
Mexican Corn Salad
Make this bright, creamy charred-corn salad without firing up the grill.
Published: May 2018
Red Snapper Ceviche
Bright citrus is great with fresh seafood—provided that the acid doesn’t overwhe…
Published: May 2018
How to Grill Tomatoes
Grilling enhances tomatoes with smoky char while preserving their summery taste.…
Published: May 2018
Better-Than-the-Box Granola Bars
We love the idea of chewy granola bars, but store-bought versions are overly swe…
Published: May 2018
How to Make Tacos Dorados
The hard-shell taco has been an American staple for more than half a century. Th…
Published: May 2018
Fresh Tomato Sauce
Tomato flavor is fleeting—which is why we examined every part of the fruit and o…
Published: May 2018
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