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Essential Equipment for Cooking Comfort Food
On cold winter days I like to make (and eat) comfort food—satisfying soups, stew…
Published: January 2021
Give Your Kitchen An Eco-Friendly Makeover
I’ve been working to make my home kitchen into a more eco-friendly space over th…
Published: January 2021
Our Editors’ Favorite Reviews from 2020
What is the best large plastic cutting board? Are braisers and robot mops worth …
Published: December 2020
Enjoy a Leisurely Holiday Breakfast
What’s your favorite holiday tradition? One of mine is a leisurely breakfast wit…
Published: December 2020
Lisa’s 2020 Holiday Gift Guide
As an executive editor of our Reviews team and an America’s Test Kitchen cast me…
Published: December 2020
Our Top 15 Kitchen Tools Under $15
We’ve put together a list of 15 of our favorite tools—all of which cost less tha…
Published: December 2020
Plant-Powered Eating for Everyone
I had a misguided view of plant-based eating for years. If you’re also wondering…
Published: December 2020
Make the Most of Your Thanksgiving Leftovers
I love sitting down to a big Thanksgiving meal—but I might like the leftovers th…
Published: November 2020
My Favorite Holiday Bakeware
Pie is my absolute favorite dessert, so it’s no surprise that Thanksgiving Day a…
Published: November 2020
Must-Haves for a Small Thanksgiving
At Thanksgiving, I usually roast a turkey large enough to feed 20 people. This y…
Published: November 2020
It's Soup and Stew Season
While you can make many soups using common kitchen tools, high-quality equipment…
Published: November 2020
Bread Baking Essentials
Making bread at home can be intimidating. I tried my hand at bread making for th…
Published: October 2020
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
Everything You Need for An Epic Night In
Over the past few months, I’ve become somewhat of an expert in planning quiet ni…
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: July 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
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