Published: July 2017
Arugula, Roasted Bell Pepper, and White Bean SaladOnce you experience the sweeter, smokier taste of home-roasted bell peppers—not …
Published: July 2017
Corn FrittersIn our quest for fritters with fresh corn flavor, crispy exteriors, and pillow-s…
Published: July 2017
Maple-Chipotle MayonnaiseIn this sauce to accompany corn fritters, the smoky heat of chipotles and the co…
Published: July 2017
Roasted Red Bell Pepper and Walnut Dip (Muhammara)Once you experience the sweeter, smokier taste of home-roasted bell peppers—not …
Published: July 2017
Grill-Smoked Herb-Rubbed Flat-Iron SteaksAdding a packet of wood chips to the grill can take an inexpensive steak to the
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Published: July 2017
Fresh Fruit TartA showpiece when whole, a classic fresh fruit tart rarely retains its good looks…
Published: July 2017
Thai Grilled Cornish Hens with Chili Dipping Sauce (Gai Yang)You don’t need a well-stocked Asian pantry or specialty equipment to make this s…
Published: July 2017
Turkey Meatloaf with Apricot-Mustard GlazeFor a lighter, summery take on this comfort-food favorite, our goal was to enhan…
Published: July 2017
Sriracha-Lime Yogurt SauceIn this sauce to accompany corn fritters, the acidity of the yogurt and lime nic…
Published: July 2017
Thai-Style Sticky Rice (Khao Niaw)This sticky rice ably soaks up the assertive flavors of any sauce and delivers s…
Published: July 2017
Red Pepper MayonnaiseIn this sauce to accompany corn fritters, the sweetness of roasted red peppers a…
Published: July 2017
Roasted Bell PeppersOnce you experience the sweeter, smokier taste of home-roasted bell peppers—not …
Published: July 2017
Midpriced BlendersFrom burnt-out motors to cracked pitchers and smoothies that aren’t smooth, most…
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Published: July 2017
Best Summer Tomato GratinStarting with the freshest tomatoes is only the first step. Success also depends…
Published: July 2017
Linguine with Seafood (Linguine allo Scoglio)No matter how much shellfish you pack into the pot, the pasta in dishes such as
…
Published: July 2017
Turkey Meatloaf with Ketchup-Brown Sugar GlazeFor a lighter, summery take on this comfort-food favorite, our goal was to enhan…
Published: July 2017
Watermelon Slicer and ServerMany of our kitchen drawers are filled with gadgets that are adept at performing…
Published: July 2017
Peperonata with Roasted Bell PeppersOnce you experience the sweeter, smokier taste of home-roasted bell peppers—not …
Published: July 2017
Sichuan Chili OilThe hallmark of Sichuan chili oil is a balance between la—the concentrated heat …
Published: July 2017
Grill TongsWhat qualities separate the best grill tongs from the pretenders?
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Published: July 2017
Peach-Bourbon JamPeaches and bourbon are a classic pairing, but when developing this jam recipe, …
Published: July 2017
White Wine VinegarVersatility can seem boring, but it’s an asset for this pantry staple.
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Published: July 2017
Smashed Cucumbers (Pai Huang Gua)For a refreshing new take on cucumber salad, put down your knife and pick up a s…
Published: July 2017
Ice Pop MoldsA simple design feature makes all the difference when it comes time to make—and …
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Published: July 2017
Basil MayonnaiseIn this sauce to accompany corn fritters, the fresh summer flavors of basil and …
Published: July 2017
MascarponeTiramisù is just the tip of the iceberg for this creamy Italian cheese. But does…
Published: July 2017
Wine CoolersWarm white wine? No thanks. These gadgets help your wine stay cool.
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Published: June 2017
Single-Varietal White Wine VinegarsSome markets now carry wine vinegars made from a specific variety of wine, such …
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Published: February 2019
Can You Refrigerate Tomatoes?Standard wisdom dictates that ripe tomatoes shouldn’t be refrigerated, but cooki…
Published: July 2017
Knife Tune-Up: How to Use a Honing RodInstead of sharpening a knife, a honing rod "trues" the edge of a slightly dulle…
Published: July 2017
White Chocolate versus White Baking ChipsWhile developing the filling for our Fresh Fruit Tart, we found that fillings ma…
Published: July 2017
How to Store Fresh ShellfishFresh shellfish need to be stored in as cold an environment as possible.
Published: July 2017
Three Tips for Roasting Chile PeppersAfter developing our method for roasting and peeling bell peppers, we were eager…
Published: July 2017
Why Bread Dough Needs OilThe differences between some bread dough recipes, with and without oil are subtl…
Published: July 2017
Red or White Wine Vinegar: Does it Matter in Dressing?Though most of us like to keep a well-stocked pantry at home, there are definite…
Published: July 2017
Figuring Out Dried FigsWhen shopping for dried figs, you will most often find the following three optio…
Published: July 2017
For a Touch of Tang, Try SumacIn the test kitchen, we most often reach for a lemon when we want to brighten a …
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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Published: July 2017
Midpriced BlendersFrom burnt-out motors to cracked pitchers and smoothies that aren’t smooth, most…
Published: July 2017
Smashed Cucumbers (Pai Huang Gua)For a refreshing new take on cucumber salad, put down your knife and pick up a s…
Published: July 2017
Fresh Fruit TartA showpiece when whole, a classic fresh fruit tart rarely retains its good looks…
Published: July 2017
Best Summer Tomato GratinStarting with the freshest tomatoes is only the first step. Success also depends…
Published: July 2017
Roasted Bell PeppersOnce you experience the sweeter, smokier taste of home-roasted bell peppers—not …
Published: July 2017
Corn FrittersIn our quest for fritters with fresh corn flavor, crispy exteriors, and pillow-s…
Published: July 2017
Linguine with Seafood (Linguine allo Scoglio)No matter how much shellfish you pack into the pot, the pasta in dishes such as
…
Published: July 2017
Grill-Smoked Herb-Rubbed Flat-Iron SteaksAdding a packet of wood chips to the grill can take an inexpensive steak to the …
Published: July 2017
Turkey Meatloaf with Ketchup-Brown Sugar GlazeFor a lighter, summery take on this comfort-food favorite, our goal was to enhan…
Published: July 2017
Thai Grilled Cornish Hens with Chili Dipping Sauce (Gai Yang)You don’t need a well-stocked Asian pantry or specialty equipment to make this s…
Published: June 2017
How Much Oil for Cast Iron Upkeep?To maintain a cast-iron skillet’s seasoning—the key to its nonstick quality—we r…
Published: June 2017
Testing Grill TongsWhat qualities separate the best grill tongs from the pretenders?
Published: June 2017
Testing Wine CoolersWarm white wine? No thanks. These gadgets help your wine stay cool.
Published: June 2017
Do you Need a Watermelon Slicer?Many of our kitchen drawers are filled with gadgets that are adept at performing…
Published: June 2017
Tasting MascarponeTiramisù is just the tip of the iceberg for this creamy Italian cheese. But does…
Published: June 2017
Don't Overlook White Wine VinegarVersatility can seem boring, but it’s an asset for this pantry staple.
Published: June 2017
The Best Midpriced BlenderFrom burnt-out motors to cracked pitchers and smoothies that aren’t smooth, most…
Published: June 2017
Chinese Smashed CucumbersFor a refreshing new take on cucumber salad, put down your knife and pick up a s…
Published: June 2017
Modern Fresh Fruit TartA showpiece when whole, a classic fresh fruit tart rarely retains its good looks…
Published: June 2017
Best Summer Tomato GratinStarting with the freshest tomatoes is only the first step. Success also depends…
Published: June 2017
How to Roast Bell PeppersOnce you experience the sweeter, smokier taste of home-roasted bell peppers—not …
Published: June 2017
Southern Corn FrittersIn our quest for fritters with fresh corn flavor, crispy exteriors, and pillow-s…
Published: June 2017
Linguine with SeafoodNo matter how much shellfish you pack into the pot, the pasta in dishes such as
…
Published: June 2017
Smoked SteakAdding a packet of wood chips to the grill can take an inexpensive steak to the
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Published: June 2017
Really Good Turkey MeatloafFor a lighter, summery take on this comfort-food favorite, our goal was
to enha…
Published: June 2017
Thai Grilled ChickenYou don’t need a well-stocked Asian pantry or specialty equipment to make this s…
Published: June 2017
Testing Ice Pop MoldsA simple design feature makes all the difference when it comes time to make—and …
Published: May 2017
Testing Espresso MachinesWant to skip the lines—and the expense—at the coffee bar and get your espresso o…
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