March / April
2008
Hearty Tuscan Bean Stew
In Tuscany, creamy, flavorful beans transform rustic soups and stews into someth…
Published: March 2008
Carving a Chicken
Carving a chicken isn't difficult. Here we show you the step-by-step tips you'll…
Published: March 2008
Oven-Roasted Salmon
Most recipes for salmon create either a nicely browned exterior or a silky, mois…
Published: March 2008
Buying Salmon
It's important to know how to buy salmon to ensure each fillet will cook properl…
Published: March 2008
Chicken Saltimbocca
Adaptations of this Italian classic smother it in breading, stuffing, and cheese…
Published: March 2008
Foolproof Chocolate Frosting
We wanted a frosting that wouldn’t curdle or deflate—or take an hour to set.
Published: March 2008
Fluffy Yellow Layer Cake
Box mixes are famous for making cake with ultralight texture. We set out to make…
Published: March 2008
Making Chicken Cutlets
It's not difficult to make cutlets out of skinless, boneless chicken breasts. Tr…
Published: March 2008
Frosting a Layer Cake
We demonstrate the simple steps required for a perfectly frosted layer cake. You…
Published: March 2008
Tangerine and Ginger Relish
This sauce is a great accompaniment to salmon. The trick is how you prepare the …
Published: March 2008
Hearty Tuscan Bean Stew with Sausage and Cabbage
In Tuscany, creamy, flavorful beans transform rustic soups and stews into someth…
Published: March 2008
Baker's Edge
Could this simple redesign of a conventional baking pan really eliminate the pro…
Published: March 2008
Buy the Winner
Oven-Roasted Salmon
Most recipes for salmon create either a nicely browned exterior or a silky, mois…
Published: March 2008
Stand vs. Hand-Held Mixers
In head-to-head competitions, stand mixers always best hand-held mixers. So does…
Published: March 2008
Fluffy Mashed Potatoes
Spuds boiled in their jackets make great mashed potatoes. But who wants burnt fi…
Published: March 2008
Crisp Roast Chicken
Years ago, we developed an ideal roasting method for tender, juicy meat. Now cou…
Published: March 2008
Crisp Roast Chicken
Years ago, we developed an ideal roasting method for tender, juicy meat. Now cou…
Published: March 2008
Piping Sets
We tried five sets, priced from $11.63 to $29.95, each containing between nine a…
Published: February 2016
Kosher Salt vs. Table Salt
What's the difference between kosher and table salt? It's all about the grain si…
Published: March 2008
Chocolate Meringue Cookies
These classic cookies can have a Styrofoam-like texture and a saccharine-sweet f…
Published: March 2008
Roasted Green Bean and Potato Salad with Radicchio
Roasting can give new life to tired produce. It can also make for limp, soggy sa…
Published: March 2008
Fluffy Mashed Potatoes
The key to excellent mashed potatoes with minimal prep work and robust, earthy f…
Published: March 2008
Whipping Egg Whites
Whipping egg whites requires optimal conditions. Use a copper or stainless steel…
Published: March 2008
Meringue Cookies
These classic cookies can have a Styrofoam-like texture and a saccharine-sweet f…
Published: March 2008
Toasted Almond Meringue Cookies
These classic cookies can have a Styrofoam-like texture and a saccharine-sweet f…
Published: March 2008
Roasted Fennel and Mushroom Salad with Radishes
Roasting can give new life to tired produce. It can also make for limp, soggy sa…
Published: March 2008
Serving Temperatures for Meat
What temperature should meat be when served? We outline the ideal serving temper…
Published: March 2008
Choosing a Pastry Bag
Canvas is traditional, but we found other materials make a better bag. In a pinc…
Published: March 2008
Hearty Tuscan Bean Stew
In Tuscany, creamy, flavorful beans transform rustic soups and stews into someth…
Published: March 2008
Simple Italian-Style Meat Sauce
In this country, meat sauce usually means a hastily made dish with rubbery groun…
Published: March 2008
Make-Ahead Garlic-Potato Soup
A bowl of garlic-potato soup sounds appealing, but not if the assertive garlic o…
Published: March 2008
Shrimp Tikka Masala
Chicken tikka masala is the single most popular Indian restaurant dish in the wo…
Published: March 2008
Using a Hand Mixer
It's easy to make a mess when using a hand mixer. To avoid prolonged cleanup ses…
Published: March 2008
Foolproof Chocolate Frosting
Quick and easy frosting are usually too sweet or too gritty. We wanted a frostin…
Published: March 2008
Chopping Greens
There are a number of ways to stem and chop greens. Here are some of our favorit…
Published: March 2008
Washing Mushrooms
Common culinary wisdom says to never wash mushrooms. We had our doubts. Here's w…
Published: March 2008
Outdoor Roasting on the Grill
Follow these tips to transfer our foolproof roasting methods from the oven to th…
Published: March 2008
5 Steps to a Great Roast
Beef, pork, and lamb roasts come in a variety of shapes and sizes that can make …
Published: March 2008
Roasting Meat 101
A properly cooked roast is simple and satisfying. It is also a rarity. Here's ho…
Published: March 2008
Using a Standing Mixer
Heavy-duty standing mixers make easy work of whipping and beatings, but you need…
Published: March 2008
Melting Chocolate
In the Test Kitchen we melt chocolate two ways: we often use a microwave, but th…
Published: March 2008
Classic Meringue Cookies
These classic cookies can have a Styrofoam-like texture and a saccharine-sweet f…
Published: March 2008
Simple Italian-Style Meat Sauce
In this country, meat sauce usually means a hastily made dish with rubbery groun…
Published: March 2008
Beating Beet Stains
We discovered a trick to keep beets from staining your cutting board.
Published: March 2008
Quick Hearty Tuscan Bean Stew
In Tuscany, creamy, flavorful beans transform rustic soups and stews into someth…
Published: March 2008
Orange Meringue Cookies
These classic cookies can have a Styrofoam-like texture and a saccharine-sweet f…
Published: March 2008
Olive-Rosemary Rolls
Really good olive bread can be made at home—but it requires a lot more than just…
Published: March 2008
Espresso Meringue Cookies
These classic cookies can have a Styrofoam-like texture and a saccharine-sweet f…
Published: March 2008
Vegetarian Hearty Tuscan Bean Stew
In Tuscany, creamy, flavorful beans transform rustic soups and stews into someth…
Published: March 2008
Roasted Beet and Carrot Salad with Watercress
Roasting can give new life to tired produce. It can also make for limp, soggy sa…
Published: March 2008
Chicken Saltimbocca
Adaptations of this Italian classic smother it in breading, stuffing, and cheese…
Published: March 2008
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