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2020
Grill Presses
To unleash the power of the press, you have to choose wisely.
Published: October 2019
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Advieh
Made with aromatic rosebuds, sweet cinnamon, and fragrant black peppercorns, thi…
Published: February 2020
Whole-Wheat Crepes
Brittany, France, is famous for buckwheat crepes filled with savory ingredients.…
Published: February 2020
Buckwheat Crepes
Brittany, France, is famous for buckwheat crepes filled with savory ingredients.…
Published: February 2020
Congee (Chinese Rice Porridge)
Soothing, simple to make, and endlessly versatile, China's iconic savory rice po…
Published: February 2020
Financiers (Almond–Browned Butter Cakes)
These buttery, nutty, two-bite treats with chewy centers and crisp shells are a …
Published: February 2020
Chili Powder
Put aside the usual preground powders and commercial blends. It's time to get mo…
Published: February 2020
Five-Spice Powder
Put aside the usual preground powders and commercial blends. It's time to get mo…
Published: February 2020
Buckwheat Crepes with Ham, Egg, and Cheese (Galettes Complètes)
Brittany, France, is famous for buckwheat crepes filled with savory ingredients.…
Published: February 2020
Rye Crepes
Brittany, France, is famous for buckwheat crepes filled with savory ingredients.…
Published: February 2020
Chicken Schnitzel
Austrian schnitzel elevates the humble breaded chicken cutlet to an elegant dish…
Published: February 2020
Sauce Verte
A trio of fresh herbs combine to make a vibrant sauce for meat or fish.
Published: February 2020
Pan-Seared Strip Steaks
How do you pan-sear strip or rib eye without making a grease-splattered mess and…
Published: February 2020
The Best Plastic Food Storage Containers for Every Need
We bought several sizes of our favorite plastic container to see which are most …
Published: July 2019
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10-Inch Chef's Knife
Our favorite chef’s knife features an 8-inch blade. Can a knife with a larger bl…
Published: February 2019
(Very) Dark Chocolate Bars
We found a 90-percent bar with flavor that's more “beautiful” than bitter.
Published: November 2019
Raspberry Financiers
These buttery, nutty, two-bite treats with chewy centers and crisp shells are a …
Published: February 2020
Mild Curry Powder
Put aside the usual preground powders and commercial blends. It's time to get mo…
Published: February 2020
Whole-Wheat Crepes with Creamy Sautéed Mushrooms and Asparagus
Brittany, France, is famous for buckwheat crepes filled with savory ingredients.…
Published: February 2020
Rye Crepes with Smoked Salmon, Crème Fraîche, and Pickled Shallots
Brittany, France, is famous for buckwheat crepes filled with savory ingredients.…
Published: February 2020
Apple-Fennel Rémoulade
Our take on a classic French salad pairs crisp slices of fennel with sweet apple…
Published: February 2020
Pan-Seared Strip Steak for Two
How do you pan-sear strip or rib eye without making a grease-splattered mess and…
Published: February 2020
6-Inch Chef’s Knife
This mini version of our favorite chef’s knife rated highly with our kid testers…
Published: February 2019
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Sesame-Orange Spice Blend
Put aside the usual preground powders and commercial blends. It's time to get mo…
Published: February 2020
Chili Crisp (Lao Gan Ma)
This spicy, crunchy condiment is packed with chiles, Sichuan peppercorns, fried …
Published: February 2020
Chocolate Chunk Financiers
These buttery, nutty, two-bite treats with chewy centers and crisp shells are a …
Published: February 2020
Crumpets
Holey and spongy, crispy and chewy, crumpets can be hard to find in the United S…
Published: February 2020
Whole-Wheat Crepes with Sautéed Cherry Tomatoes and Ricotta
Brittany, France, is famous for buckwheat crepes filled with savory ingredients.…
Published: February 2020
Congee (Chinese Rice Porridge) with Stir-Fried Ground Pork
Soothing, simple to make, and endlessly versatile, China's iconic savory rice po…
Published: February 2020
Chicken Schnitzel for Two
Austrian schnitzel elevates the humble breaded chicken cutlet to an elegant dish…
Published: February 2020
Kosher Salt
There are two major brands of kosher salt: Diamond Crystal and Morton. We have a…
Published: October 2019
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Pistachio Financiers
These buttery, nutty, two-bite treats with chewy centers and crisp shells are a …
Published: February 2020
Plum Financiers
These buttery, nutty, two-bite treats with chewy centers and crisp shells are a …
Published: February 2020
Boiled Whole Artichokes
Don't let yourself be intimidated by a vegetable. Whole boiled artichokes are ea…
Published: February 2020
Butter-Basted Fish Fillets with Garlic and Thyme
We break down this pro technique to produce flawless, flavorful fillets.
Published: February 2020
Cucumber-Dill Salad
Crisp cucumber and fresh dill are tossed with a creamy yogurt dressing to make a…
Published: February 2020
The Best Glass Storage Containers for Every Need
We found the right sizes for everything from a serving of salad dressing to a bi…
Published: July 2019
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Portable Blenders
Made-to-order margaritas at the beach? A smoothie for one after the gym? We’re a…
Published: June 2019
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Butter-Basted Fish Fillets with Garlic and Thyme
We break down this pro technique to produce flawless, flavorful fillets.
Published: February 2020
Spring Pea Salad
A trio of sweet peas, each treated differently, turns this salad into a showpiec…
Published: February 2020
Make-Ahead Homemade Mayonnaise
Have you been shortchanging your sandwich game because homemade mayo often fails…
Published: February 2020
Boiled Whole Artichokes
Don't let yourself be intimidated by a vegetable. Whole artichokes are easy to p…
Published: February 2020
Coffee Makers Less Than $100
We brewed hundreds of cups of coffee to find out.
Published: November 2019
Crumpets
Holey and spongy, crispy and chewy, crumpets can be hard to find in the United S…
Published: February 2020
Congee (Chinese Rice Porridge)
Soothing, simple to make, and endlessly versatile, China's iconic savory rice po…
Published: February 2020
Financiers (Almond-Browned Butter Cakes)
These buttery, nutty, two-bite treats with chewy centers and crisp shells are a …
Published: February 2020
Buckwheat Crepes with Ham, Egg, and Cheese (Galettes Completes)
Brittany, France, is famous for buckwheat crepes filled with savory ingredients.…
Published: February 2020
Chicken Schnitzel
Austrian schnitzel elevates the humble breaded chicken cutlet to an elegant dish…
Published: February 2020
Pan-Seared Strip Steaks
How do you pan-sear strip or rib eye without making a grease-splattered mess and…
Published: February 2020
Spring Pea Salad
A trio of sweet peas, each treated differently, turns this salad into a showpiec…
Published: February 2020
Make-Ahead Homemade Mayonnaise
Have you been shortchanging your sandwich game because homemade mayo often fails…
Published: February 2020
How to Fix Failed Mayo
If your homemade mayo isn't coming together, this easy trick will turn it lush a…
Published: January 2020
How to Prep an Artichoke
Leave the stem on? Trim off all the pointy ends? Rub with a lemon? Here's the lo…
Published: January 2020
How to Make Perfect Jammy Eggs
For a luxuriously spoonable consistency, steam the eggs—and stop cooking at 8 mi…
Published: January 2020
Why You Need Two Pizza Peels
A wooden peel is best for transferring pizza into the oven; a metal peel is bett…
Published: January 2020
Add Nutty Flavor to Quick Breads with Buckwheat
Buckwheat flour can bring pleasing nuttiness to quick breads and muffins—but for…
Published: January 2020
What Is Creamed Honey?
This condiment is great for spreading over toast, crumpets, or anything that nee…
Published: December 2019
A Great Alcohol-Free Sub for Red Wine
A surprising combination makes for a startlingly good stand-in.
Published: January 2020
Indoor Smokeless Grills
Are smokeless grills truly smokeless, or do they just smoke less?
Published: October 2019
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