From the EpisodeSous Vide for Everybody
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 EpisodePork Two Ways
Published: March 2018
Air FryersWe cooked more than 3,600 frozen french fries, 60 potatoes, and 40 pounds of chi…
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From the EpisodeLatin Summer Favorites
Published: September 2018
Flexible Boning KnivesA good boning knife can save you money at the meat counter. Which is best?
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From the EpisodeNew Flavors on the Grill
Published: May 2018
Kitchen ShearsA pair of scissors can be a sheer pleasure to use in the kitchen—if you get the …
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From the EpisodeItalian Classics
Published: March 2017
Fine-Mesh StrainersThese handy tools are useless unless they live up to their names.
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From the EpisodeBetter Breakfast
Published: May 2017
Syrup/Honey DispensersWhat’s the best tool to control a sticky situation?
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From the EpisodeClassic Chinese at Home
Published: July 2018
Collapsible Steamer BasketsA bad steamer basket can be a hot mess. Could we find a good one?
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From the EpisodeHow to Braise Everything
Published: September 2018
Large Dutch OvensDutch ovens do it all. But which pot makes “it all” easiest?
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From the EpisodeSpring Dinner for Company
Published: November 2018
Fruit/Vegetable Peelers for KidsWhich peeler is effective, safe, and comfortable for young cooks?
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From the EpisodeWeeknight Italian
Published: November 2016
Baking Stones & Baking SteelsWe tested five models of baking stones (also called pizza stones) and baking ste…
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From the EpisodeMexican Fare
Published: May 2017
Fire ExtinguishersWhen you have only seconds to put out a kitchen fire, you want an extinguisher t…
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From the EpisodeThe Perfect Cookie
Published: March 2018
Silicone Baking MatsFor cookies and tuiles, silicone baking mats are as good as parchment—and someti…
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From the EpisodeThe Perfect Cookie
Published: March 2018
Parchment PaperParchment paper is simple. Why are so many products hard to use?
From the EpisodeChinese Favorites
Published: November 2017
Meat CleaversTraditional meat cleavers are built like medieval weapons. Could we find one fit…
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From the EpisodePork Chops and Oven Fries
Published: September 2018
Oven Mitts for KidsCooking is all fun and games—until someone gets burnt.
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From the EpisodeAll Chocolate, All the Time
Published: March 2017
Silicone SpatulasA spatula should feel like an extension of your arm, nimbly stirring, scraping, …
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From the EpisodeChinese Classics
Published: November 2016
Wire RacksWe tested three wire racks priced from $7.99 to $12.95, focusing on models that …
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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 EpisodeSummer Cookout
Published: September 2017
Baking PeelsAre flashy, innovative peels better than basic models?
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From the EpisodePub-Style Favorites, Revisited
Published: November 2016
Universal Knife BlocksWe tested 10 universal knife blocks priced from about $25 to just under $250, us…
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From the EpisodeElegant Desserts
Published: July 2016
Serrated KnivesWhy are some knives a pain and others a pleasure? Everything counts, from the nu…
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From the EpisodeSimple Chinese Staples
Published: November 2016
Fat SeparatorsWe tested six 4-cup fat separators made of glass or plastic, ranging in price fr…
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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 EpisodeWeeknight Japanese Suppers
Published: September 2017
Santoku KnivesWith its petite build and curved tip, this friendly-looking Japanese blade is gi…
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From the EpisodeDiner-Style Favorites with a Twist
Published: May 2016
Dry Storage ContainersDry storage containers are designed to ensure that staples like flour and sugar …
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From the EpisodeVegan for Everyone
Published: May 2016
SpiralizersSpiral vegetable cutters, or spiralizers, cut fruits and vegetables into long no…
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From the EpisodeFlavors of Thailand
Published: September 2016
Electric KettlesElectric kettles are handy for making tea or coffee and for any cooking task tha…
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From the EpisodeGrown Up Comfort Classics
Published: September 2017
Large SaucepansMost of us use a large saucepan daily, so it’s important to own one that perform…
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From the EpisodeSummer Dinner Party
Published: May 2016
Gas Grills Under $500It doesn’t matter how powerful a grill is. If it can’t distribute and hold the h…
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From the EpisodeHearty One Pot Meals
Published: January 2016
Food ProcessorsHow much do you need to spend to get a machine that makes light work of chopping…
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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 EpisodeItalian Chicken
Published: January 2016
Manual Citrus JuicersThe Amco Houseworks Lemon Squeezer has long been our favorite manual citrus juic…
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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 EpisodeA Spanish Affair
Published: July 2016
Paella PansAre all paella pans created equally?
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From the EpisodeSteak and Veggies
Published: September 2015
12-Inch Carbon-Steel SkilletsWhat if one pan could do everything the best traditional stainless-steel, cast-i…
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From the EpisodeAutumn Desserts
Published: January 2016
Mini Prep Bowl SetsMini prep bowls allow cooks to measure out, separate, and organize these element…
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