From the EpisodeModern Weeknight Meals
Published: July 2017
Midpriced BlendersFrom burnt-out motors to cracked pitchers and smoothies that aren’t smooth, most…
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From the EpisodeBrunch at Home
Published: July 2017
Espresso MachinesWant to skip the lines—and the expense—at the coffee bar and get your espresso o…
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From the EpisodeRefreshing Desserts
Published: November 2015
Personal Blenders“Personal blenders” offer promising perks over full-size blenders, such as small…
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From the EpisodeBaked Alaska Showstopper
Published: July 2016
Ice Cream MakersHome ice cream makers are well worth the money and counter space—if you buy a go…
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From the EpisodeThe Ultimate Sticky Buns
Published: January 2016
Electric Waffle Makers (Waffle Irons)We set a price cap of $100 and tested 13 irons, making batches of both a Belgian…
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From the EpisodeUltimate Chinese
Published: May 2015
Rice CookersA good rice cooker should make the task of cooking rice convenient and foolproof…
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From the EpisodeChocolate-Caramel Layer Cake
Published: May 2015
Large Ice Cream MakersWe churned vanilla ice cream and raspberry sorbet in five different large ice cr…
From the EpisodeDinner in the Mediterranean
Published: March 2014
Greek Yogurt MakerThis appliance promises to streamline the process of making Greek yogurt at home…
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From the EpisodeSpringtime Sweets
Published: November 2013
Stand Mixers (High-End)A stand mixer is one of the most expensive appliances in your kitchen, so it had…
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From the EpisodeSeafood Specials
Published: September 2014
Home Seltzer MakersHome seltzer makers that transform still water into sparkling promise clear adva…
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From the EpisodeOatmeal Muffins and Granola
Published: March 2013
Best Coffee Maker (Automatic Drip)The success of our favorite—but very pricey—Dutch automatic drip model spurred t…
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From the EpisodeIndian Classics Made Easy
Published: September 2012
Electric Juicers (Juice Extractors)While citrus reamers tackle oranges and the like, juice extractors expand the op…
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From the EpisodePerfecting Summer Classics
Published: July 2012
Ice Cream Cone MakersWant to make crispy, fresh ice cream cones at home? Try one of these ice cream c…
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From the EpisodePasta, Please
Published: October 2017
Sous Vide Machines (Immersion Circulators)Sous vide machines are cheaper, sleeker, and smarter than ever before. Can we fi…
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From the EpisodeRise and Shine Breakfast
Published: March 2011
Toaster OvensDo you really need to spend $250 to get a good piece of toast?
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From the EpisodeCoffee Break Sweets
Published: March 2010
Adjustable Electric KettlesYou could boil water, let it cool, and check with an instant-read thermometer fo…
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From the EpisodeEgg Dishes with an Accent
Published: May 2009
Electric Wine OpenersAre electric wine openers really handy or just another gimmicky gadget?
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From the EpisodePork Two Ways
Published: February 2015
Electric Citrus JuicersWe tested seven inexpensive citrus juicers to see how they compare to our favori…
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From the EpisodeTriple-Chocolate Mousse Cake
Published: March 2009
Innovative TeapotsWe tested small teapots with unusual strainers and dispensing mechanisms that pr…
Buy the WinnerFrom the EpisodeHoliday Cookies
Published: March 2010
Stand Mixers vs. Hand-Held MixersIn head-to-head competitions, stand mixers always best hand-held mixers. So does…
From the EpisodeMexican Favorites
Published: May 2004
Electric Spice GrindersIs it worth the trouble? Yes. And it’s no trouble at all if you choose the right…
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From the EpisodeThe Pancakes Show
Published: January 2009
Electric GriddlesWe knew what we wanted in an electric griddle. Could any of the seven we tested …
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Published: November 2001
Coffee GrindersIt's more of a challenge to choose among available coffee grinders than it is to…
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Published: February 2017
Immersion BlendersManufacturers brag about speeds and power, but what really makes a good blender?…
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Published: January 2017
Slow CookersCan machines designed for the same simple purpose—cooking food
slowly enough th…
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Published: December 2015
Small Food ProcessorsWe love our winning food processor, but it’s big and costs nearly $200. Could we…
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Published: December 2014
Handheld Electric MixersWe whipped ourselves into a frenzy looking for the best mixer.
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Published: August 2013
Small Slow CookersWe looked for a model that was consistent and easy to use—and could guarantee pe…
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