January / February
2019
Sautéed Tilapia with Cilantro Chimichurri for Two
We were skeptics, too—until we did our homework. The facts: Most tilapia is resp…
Published: January 2019
Homemade Pecan Butter
Making nut butters at home is as easy as revving up your food processor.
Published: January 2019
Unsweetened Chocolate
Plain-Jane unsweetened chocolate may not inspire the same passion as our favorit…
Published: January 2019
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Quick-Cooking Beets
Want sweet, velvety beets without the wait? Micro-steam them.
Published: January 2019
Indian-Spiced Roasted Chickpeas
To turn a can of chickpeas into a crunchy, salty snack, start with a burst of he…
Published: January 2019
Skillet-Roasted Chicken Breasts with Garlic-Ginger Broccoli for Two
The savory elixir left behind after roasting chicken is pure gold. We put it to …
Published: January 2019
Sautéed Mushrooms with Red Wine and Rosemary
Want savory, meaty-textured, deeply browned mushrooms without a lot of work, tim…
Published: January 2019
Skillet-Roasted Chicken Breasts with Harissa-Mint Carrots
The savory elixir left behind after roasting chicken is pure gold. We put it to …
Published: January 2019
Bulgur Bowl with Vegetables and Marinated Tofu
There's a reason you order grain bowls at a counter rather than make them at hom…
Published: January 2019
Brown Rice Bowl with Vegetables and Salmon
There's a reason you order grain bowls at a counter rather than make them at hom…
Published: January 2019
Sautéed Tilapia
We were skeptics, too—until we did our homework. The facts: Most tilapia is resp…
Published: January 2019
How to Clean a Smelly Silicone Ice Tray
Silicone ice trays make extracting ice easy, but over time they can pick up odor…
Published: January 2019
How to Cut Ingredients on the Bias
Cutting long, slim vegetables diagonally adds visual interest to many dishes.
Published: January 2019
Rimmed Baking Sheet Lid
No kitchen should be without a rimmed baking sheet and a matching wire rack. Is …
Published: January 2019
The Best Burr Grinders
Coffee aficionados have long debated the best brewing method, but is the secret …
Published: January 2019
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The Best Vanilla
Cyclones, theft, petrochemicals, market swings—vanilla is anything but boring. W…
Published: January 2019
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Homemade Cashew Butter
Making nut butters at home is as easy as revving up your food processor.
Published: January 2019
Homemade Almond Butter
Making nut butters at home is as easy as revving up your food processor.
Published: January 2019
Beet Salad with Goat Cheese and Arugula
For this beet, arugula, goat cheese salad you can get sweet, velvety beets witho…
Published: January 2019
Sautéed Mushrooms with Mustard and Parsley
Want savory, meaty-textured, deeply browned mushrooms without a lot of work, tim…
Published: January 2019
Skillet-Roasted Chicken Breasts with Garlic-Ginger Broccoli
The savory elixir left behind after roasting chicken is pure gold. We put it to …
Published: January 2019
Southwestern Brown Rice Bowl with Vegetables and Chicken
There's a reason you order grain bowls at a counter rather than make them at hom…
Published: January 2019
Sautéed Tilapia with Chive-Lemon Miso Butter
We were skeptics, too—until we did our homework. The facts: Most tilapia is resp…
Published: January 2019
Pork, Fennel, and Lemon Ragu with Pappardelle
You already know ragu rosso, the king of ragu sauces. But perhaps you haven't me…
Published: January 2019
Homemade Hazelnut Butter
Making nut butters at home is as easy as revving up your food processor.
Published: January 2019
Easiest-Ever Biscuits
We combine two classic methods (and break a cardinal rule) to make tender, fluff…
Published: January 2019
Barbecue-Spiced Roasted Chickpeas
To turn a can of chickpeas into a crunchy, salty snack, start with a burst of he…
Published: January 2019
Beet Salad with Blue Cheese and Endive
Want sweet, velvety beets without the wait? Micro-steam them.
Published: January 2019
Sautéed Mushrooms with Shallot and Thyme
Want savory, meaty-textured, deeply browned mushrooms without a lot of work, tim…
Published: January 2019
Sautéed Mushrooms with Soy, Scallion, and Ginger
Want savory, meaty-textured, deeply browned mushrooms without a lot of work, tim…
Published: January 2019
Skillet-Roasted Chicken Breasts with Garlicky Green Beans for Two
The savory elixir left behind after roasting chicken is pure gold. We put it to …
Published: January 2019
Farro Bowl with Vegetables and Sausage
There's a reason you order grain bowls at a counter rather than make them at hom…
Published: January 2019
Sautéed Tilapia with Cilantro Chimichurri
We were skeptics, too—until we did our homework. The facts: Most tilapia is resp…
Published: January 2019
Browned Butter Blondies
Most blondies have a one-note sweetness and too many (and the wrong kind of) mix…
Published: January 2019
Homemade Pistachio Butter
Making nut butters at home is as easy as revving up your food processor.
Published: January 2019
Homemade Peanut Butter
Making nut butters at home is as easy as revving up your food processor.
Published: January 2019
Spanish-Spiced Roasted Chickpeas
To turn a can of chickpeas into a crunchy, salty snack, start with a burst of he…
Published: January 2019
Beet Salad with Spiced Yogurt and Watercress
Want sweet, velvety beets without the wait? Micro-steam them.
Published: January 2019
Sautéed Mushrooms with Sesame and Ginger
Want savory, meaty-textured, deeply browned mushrooms without a lot of work, tim…
Published: January 2019
Skillet-Roasted Chicken Breasts with Harissa-Mint Carrots for Two
The savory elixir left behind after roasting chicken is pure gold. We put it to …
Published: January 2019
Skillet-Roasted Chicken Breasts with Garlicky Green Beans
The savory elixir left behind after roasting chicken is pure gold. We put it to …
Published: January 2019
Sautéed Tilapia with Chive-Lemon Miso Butter for Two
We were skeptics, too—until we did our homework. The facts: Most tilapia is resp…
Published: January 2019
Sautéed Tilapia for Two
We were skeptics, too—until we did our homework. The facts: Most tilapia is resp…
Published: January 2019
Beef Bulgogi (Korean Marinated Beef)
This popular Korean dish features flavorful strips of marinated steak that cook …
Published: January 2019
The Best Bento-Style Lunchboxes
These Japanese-inspired containers make it easy to pack a variety of foods into …
Published: January 2019
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Indoor Gardens
Countertop garden systems promise to make it easy to grow fresh herbs. Do they d…
Published: January 2019
Buy the WinnerHow to Prevent Mushrooms from Absorbing Too Much Oil
Mushrooms are veritable sponges, absorbing as much oil as you put in the pan. Bu…
Published: January 2019
How to Use a Spice Mill
To get the most out of your mill and keep it in top shape, we have some useful t…
Published: January 2019
How to Use Leftover Pickle Brine
When you buy a jar of pickles, you're paying for the vegetables—and for the pick…
Published: January 2019
How to Cook with Daikon
This long white root may look like a pale carrot, but it is actually a member of…
Published: January 2019
Should You Wash Mushrooms? The Definitive Answer
Some sources insist yes; others say no. We tell you exactly what you need to kno…
Published: December 2018
Should You Add Fruit to a Marinade?
Many fruits contain enzymes that supposedly tenderize meat. We tested their tend…
Published: January 2019
How to Chop Fennel
We use the same technique to chop a fennel bulb as we do to chop an onion.
Published: January 2019
Burr Grinders
Coffee aficionados have long debated the best brewing method, but is the secret …
Published: January 2019
Browned Butter Blondies
Most blondies have a one-note sweetness and too many (and the wrong kind of) mix…
Published: January 2019
Easiest-Ever Biscuits
We combine two classic methods (and break a cardinal rule) to make tender, fluff…
Published: January 2019
Indian-Spiced Roasted Chickpeas
To turn a can of chickpeas into a crunchy, salty snack, start with a burst of he…
Published: January 2019
Beet Salad with Goat Cheese and Arugula
Want sweet, velvety beets without the wait? Micro-steam them.
Published: January 2019
Sautéed Mushrooms with Red Wine and Rosemary
Want savory, meaty-textured, deeply browned mushrooms without a lot of work, tim…
Published: January 2019
Skillet-Roasted Chicken Breasts with Garlicky Green Beans
The savory elixir left behind after roasting chicken is pure gold. We put it to …
Published: January 2019
Brown Rice Bowl with Vegetables and Salmon
There's a reason you order grain bowls at a counter rather than make them at hom…
Published: January 2019
Sautéed Tilapia
We were skeptics, too—until we did our homework. The facts: Most tilapia is resp…
Published: December 2018
Korean Marinated Beef (Bulgogi)
This popular Korean dish features flavorful strips of marinated steak that cook …
Published: January 2019
Pork, Fennel, and Lemon Ragu with Pappardelle
You already know ragu rosso, the king of ragu sauces. But perhaps you haven't me…
Published: January 2019
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