ATK-Approved Gifts for Mother's Day
Every Mother’s Day I try to think of a creative kitchen-themed gift for my mom w…
Published: May 2021
The Best Knives in My Kitchen
Every home kitchen needs a good set of knives for safe and efficient cooking—but…
Published: April 2021
The Great World of Grains
When picking a side dish to cook at home, I often reach for the same thing—rice.…
Published: April 2021
Kitchen Cleaning Basics
I don’t know about you, but I feel like I’ve been constantly cleaning our home f…
Published: April 2021
Why We Love Rimmed Baking Sheets
I use a handful of reliable pots and pans frequently, but the one I reach for th…
Published: March 2021
Jams, Jellies, Pickles, Preserves
As winter comes to a close and spring takes hold, the fresh fruits and vegetable…
Published: March 2021
Celebrate the Luck of the Irish With Our Favorite Green Tools
You don’t have to be Irish to celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day, and this year it fe…
Published: March 2021
Celebrate Pi Day with Perfect Pies
In the test kitchen, we like to think of Pi Day (March 14th) as Pie Day. (Though…
Published: March 2021
Do You Need a Multicooker?
We spent over two months testing 13 multicookers by cooking more than 68 pounds …
Published: March 2021
For the Love of Cheese
Is there a more beloved food than cheese? Just say the word “cheese” out loud, a…
Published: February 2021
Make the Most of Your Toaster Oven
Toaster ovens have traditionally been used for toast, tuna melts, and other easy…
Published: February 2021
Bake Impressive Desserts This Valentine’s Day
I often show love for my friends and family through baking, making cakes on thei…
Published: February 2021
The Snacker Bowl
Super Bowl Sunday is a big deal in our house. My wife loves the game. I love the…
Published: February 2021
Step Up Your Pasta Game
This week is all about one of my favorite foods—pasta! Pasta is one of those foo…
Published: January 2021
A Round-up of Our Favorite Skillets
Skillets are a staple in any kitchen. From cast-iron and carbon-steel skillets t…
Published: January 2021
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