Kitchen Basics
134 Kitchen-Tested Products
Best Mandolines of 2021
A good, sharp mandoline can slice food beautifully. Which is the best—and safest…
Published: February 2021
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Cutting Board Stabilizers
Even the best cutting boards slip sometimes. Can these tools help?
Published: August 2020
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Oven Mitts
Most models are either annoyingly bulky or dangerously skimpy. We evaluated thre…
Published: October 2020
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Small Saucepans
Small saucepans are useful for a range of tasks—which model is best?
Published: January 2020
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Squeeze Bottles
Restaurant cooks love these handy bottles. We put the squeeze on them to find th…
Published: April 2020
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The Best Plastic Food Storage Containers for Every Need
We bought several sizes of our favorite plastic container to see which are most …
Published: July 2019
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The Best Glass Storage Containers for Every Need
We found the right sizes for everything from a serving of salad dressing to a bi…
Published: July 2019
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Best Pepper Mills
We were looking for a mill that was easy to fill with peppercorns, had well-mark…
Published: August 2019
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Best Nonstick-Safe Spatulas
Nonstick-safe spatulas are gentler on your cookware than metal versions. But are…
Published: June 2019
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Large Liquid Measuring Cups
Large-volume liquid measuring cups are handy for bigger jobs. Which ones are bes…
Published: June 2019
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Honing Rods
It's supposed to keep your knife sharp, but does it work?
Published: July 2019
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Best Stockpots of 2021
Which stockpot is best? To find out, we boiled, stirred, and sautéed in every po…
Published: May 2019
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Small Stand Mixers
Can smaller, lighter stand mixers pull their weight in the kitchen?
Published: May 2019
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Kitchen Sponges
Doing dishes is a dirty job. Is there a kitchen sponge that makes it easier?
Published: May 2019
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Best Heavy-Duty Cutting Boards
A good wood or bamboo cutting board can serve you well for years to come. Which …
Published: April 2019
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Pot Holders
Don't get burned by bad pot holders. We tested nine sets to find two models that…
Published: April 2019
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Tube Pans
A tube pan may not seem like essential baking equipment—until you try making ang…
Published: January 2019
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12-Inch Stainless-Steel Skillets
Our longtime favorite 12-inch pan by All-Clad faces new competition. Is it still…
Published: January 2019
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Rimmed Baking Sheet Lid
No kitchen should be without a rimmed baking sheet and a matching wire rack. Is …
Published: January 2019
Bento-Style Lunchboxes
These Japanese-inspired containers make it easy to pack a variety of foods into …
Published: January 2019
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Indoor Gardens
Countertop garden systems promise to make it easy to grow fresh herbs. Do they d…
Published: January 2019
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Glass Water Bottles
Glass water bottles have a fervent following, so we put them to the test. Were a…
Published: November 2018
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Silicone Brushes
Silicone brushes can baste, glaze, and then clean up in the dishwasher. Which is…
Published: November 2018
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Oven Mitts for Kids
Cooking is all fun and games—until someone gets burnt.
Published: September 2018
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Large Dutch Ovens
Dutch ovens do it all. But which pot makes “it all” easiest?
Published: September 2018
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Chef's Knives for Kids
When kids help in the kitchen, they need real tools—not toys. Which knives are s…
Published: July 2018
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9-Inch Tongs
We typically reach for 12-inch tongs to protect our hands from heat and messes, …
Published: July 2018
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The Best Digital Instant-Read Thermometers of 2021
We've recommended a Thermapen for more than a decade, but there's new competitio…
Published: July 2018
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Collapsible Steamer Baskets
A bad steamer basket can be a hot mess. Could we find a good one?
Published: July 2018
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Plastic Food Storage Containers
Could we find a well-made, easy-to-use container that wouldn't warp, stain, leak…
Published: May 2018
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Kitchen Shears
A pair of scissors can be a sheer pleasure to use in the kitchen—if you get the …
Published: May 2018
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Glass Food Storage Containers
Sturdy, stain-proof, and microwavable, glass can be a good choice for food stora…
Published: May 2018
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Flexible Cutting Mats
Thin, lightweight plastic mats are easier to lift, wash, and store than conventi…
Published: March 2018
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Parchment Paper
Parchment paper is simple. Why are so many products hard to use?
Published: March 2018
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Cast-Iron Skillet Handle Covers
When your cast-iron skillet is too hot to handle, can these covers help you out?
Published: March 2018
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