Cozy Up with Tea and Cookies
If you’ve been reading this newsletter for a while, you know that I’m a big fan …
Published: October 2020
Prime Day Shopping Guide
My teammates and I are seasoned pros when it comes to navigating this two-day ev…
Published: October 2020
Our Favorite Budget-Friendly Appliances
I love everything about cooking—the fresh ingredients; the time spent in the kit…
Published: September 2020
Craft Perfect Cocktails at Home
With many restaurants and bars closed or offering limited services, it’s probabl…
Published: September 2020
Spice Up Your Fall
Spices were mostly an afterthought in my cooking until I began working at Americ…
Published: September 2020
25 of Our Favorite Tools When Cooking for One
I usually cook for two people, but if my wife is studying at the library or spen…
Published: September 2020
Coffee, Coffee, Coffee
I’m partial to traditional drip coffee myself. Each morning, I use the test kitc…
Published: September 2020
Kitchen Basics for Busy Weeknights
No matter what school will look like in each of our houses this fall, getting di…
Published: August 2020
These 10 Products Are Still the Best on the Market
Our team has been testing kitchen equipment for more than 25 years, and we’ve de…
Published: August 2020
Make the Most of Fresh Corn Season
While growing up in New Jersey, I was exposed to some of the best food the North…
Published: August 2020
Refreshing Drinks for Warm Summer Days
How can you stay cool during the remaining warm weeks of summer? One way I beat …
Published: August 2020
Celebrate Summer With Cake
Whether it’s a quick and simple recipe, such as Easy Pound Cake (I like to serve…
Published: July 2020
What's In Your Utensil Crock?
Almost every kitchen I’ve stepped into has had a large utensil crock sitting on …
Published: July 2020
Summertime Mediterranean Meals
I’ve gathered some pieces of equipment (and one key ingredient) worth investing …
Published: July 2020
Knives: The Most Important Tools in Your Kitchen
Today I’m sharing some of my favorite knives. Our winning paring knife is a smal…
Published: July 2020
Our Favorite Cookware for Simple Recipes
I’m always looking for recipes that are simple to make but taste like they took …
Published: July 2020
Grilling Gear 101
Not only does grilling impart smoky flavors to foods, but it also lets us cook o…
Published: June 2020
Our Favorite Tools for One-Pot Cooking
I dislike doing the dishes. That’s why I love one-pan meals. But it’s not as sim…
Published: June 2020
Shining a Spotlight on Vegetables
I’m always looking for ways to add more vegetables to my diet, so I was thrilled…
Published: June 2020
Should You Buy an Air Fryer?
Air fryers are easy and convenient to cook in. They don’t have to preheat, there…
Published: June 2020
Groundbreaking Gluten-Free Baking
It’s a challenge to find gluten-free baked goods that are as delicious as their …
Published: May 2020
Essential Grilling Gear and Gadgets
This week we’ve collected all the gear you need for your first backyard cookout …
Published: May 2020
Make Dumplings and Potstickers at Home
I’ve been doing lots of baking and cooking projects that I don’t normally make t…
Published: May 2020
Cooking for Two
Over the past few weeks, I’ve been trying harder than ever to cut down on food w…
Published: May 2020
Kids in the Kitchen
For ages 8 to 12, look to The Complete Cookbook for Young Chefs and The Complete…
Published: April 2020
Should You Buy a Braiser?
This round, enameled cast-iron pan has a wide cooking surface for efficient brow…
Published: April 2020
The Best Homemade Pizza
Just saying the word “pizza” brings me back to my grandmother’s kitchen. I can s…
Published: April 2020
Master Your Multicooker
I’ve been cooped at home for a few weeks now. In these uncertain times, spending…
Published: April 2020
Smart and Sophisticated Cookware
When it comes to slick new kitchen equipment, I’m a skeptic. I was especially wa…
Published: March 2020
Spring Cleaning
Cleaning is on everyone's mind right now. Whether I’m doing dishes after a weekn…
Published: March 2020
Kitchen Tools from Basic to Bucket List
Are there tools in your kitchen that you reach for over and over again? Not the …
Published: March 2020
The Winners of Our Geekiest Tests
Understanding why some products win our tests and others don't is the most chall…
Published: March 2020
Our Favorite Meatless Burger
My coworker Kate Shannon recently held a series of tastings to find out. She lin…
Published: March 2020
Our New Favorite Speciality Knife
The small curved blades on these knives resemble—you guessed it—birds’ beaks, an…
Published: February 2020