Homemade Garam Masala
This traditional Indian spice blend adds warm, earthy, floral depth to countless…
Published: April 2019
Easy-Braid Challah
Ritual and muscle memory have carried this soft, rich Jewish loaf through genera…
Published: April 2019
Three-Cheese Ravioli with Browned Butter-Pine Nut Sauce
With our supermalleable dough, you don't need a pasta machine—or the skills of a…
Published: April 2019
Cod and Potato Cakes
These seaside cakes can easily turn out bland and mushy. We fixed that while sta…
Published: April 2019
Fried Cheese-Stuffed Zucchini Blossoms
For a fried zucchini blossom recipe that would produce plump, delicate flowers c…
Published: April 2019
Artichoke-Lemon Ravioli with Browned Butter-Pine Nut Sauce
With our supermalleable dough, you don't need a pasta machine—or the skills of a…
Published: April 2019
Quick Tartar Sauce
This creamy, bright seafood condiment comes together in minutes—and tastes much …
Published: April 2019
Grilled Radicchio
Rosticciana is usually served as part of a mixed grilled spread of meats such as…
Published: April 2019
Pan-Steamed Kale with Raisins and Almonds
Steam is all you need to bring out the best in this brassica.
Published: April 2019
Classic Sloppy Joes for Two
We examined every aspect of this family favorite to produce sandwiches with tend…
Published: April 2019
Lime Pickle
Salty, savory, and spicy, this Indian preserve pairs especially well with rich c…
Published: April 2019
Preserved Lemon Aioli
Serve this tangy, pungent riff on garlicky French mayonnaise with roasted or gri…
Published: April 2019
Korean Chile Sauce
Store this sweet, spicy, savory condiment in a squeeze bottle so that you can dr…
Published: April 2019
Electric Egg Cookers
Electric egg cookers offer speed and convenience, but are any worth buying?
Published: April 2019
Perfect Drink Smart Cocktail Maker
This smart kitchen scale promises to help you mix drinks like a pro. Does it del…
Published: April 2019
ChefSteps Joule Big Clamp
You can use the sous vide cooking method in almost any container in your kitchen…
Published: April 2019
Manual Food Processors
Is a manual food processor a good alternative to an electric one?
Published: April 2019
Pot Holders
Don't get burned by bad pot holders. We tested nine sets to find two models that…
Published: April 2019
Buy the WinnerMurgh Makhani (Indian Butter Chicken)
Of course it should be rich and creamy. But for a version of this restaurant cla…
Published: April 2019
Scrambled Eggs with Pinto Beans and Cotija Cheese
Ham and cheddar aren't your only options. We've got plenty of new ideas for swit…
Published: April 2019
Classic Sloppy Joes
We examined every aspect of this family favorite to produce sandwiches with tend…
Published: April 2019
Braided Round Challah
Ritual and muscle memory have carried this soft, rich Jewish loaf through genera…
Published: April 2019
Pan-Steamed Kale with Garlic
Steam is all you need to bring out the best in this brassica.
Published: April 2019
Indian-Style Basmati Rice
Steeping warm spices in the cooking liquid infuses the grains in this pilaf with…
Published: April 2019
Murgh Makhani (Indian Butter Chicken) for Two
Of course it should be rich and creamy. But for a version of this restaurant cla…
Published: April 2019
Scrambled Eggs with Shiitake Mushrooms and Feta Cheese
Ham and cheddar aren't your only options. We've got plenty of new ideas for swit…
Published: April 2019
Scrambled Eggs with Asparagus, Smoked Salmon, and Chives
Ham and cheddar aren't your only options. We've got plenty of new ideas for swit…
Published: April 2019
Pan-Steamed Kale with Pancetta
Steam is all you need to bring out the best in this brassica.
Published: April 2019
Meat Ravioli with Quick Tomato Sauce
With our supermalleable dough, you don't need a pasta machine—or the skills of a…
Published: April 2019
Rosticciana (Tuscan Grilled Pork Ribs)
With no sauce and minimal seasoning, rosticciana forgoes the hallmarks of Americ…
Published: April 2019
Pan-Steamed Kale with Chorizo
Steam is all you need to bring out the best in this brassica.
Published: April 2019
Capers
We love the briny, vegetal flavor and subtle crunch of capers. Which product is …
Published: April 2019
Buy the WinnerBlack Peppercorns
Black pepper has been used in cooking for centuries, but we still have a lot to …
Published: April 2019
Buy the WinnerHow to Substitute Cultured Dairy Products
Everybody does it (even though they shouldn't). Here are some tips for doing it …
Published: May 2005
Sous Vide Lids
You can use the sous vide cooking method in almost any container in your kitchen…
Published: April 2019
Buy the WinnerHeavy-Duty Cutting Boards
A good wood or bamboo cutting board can serve you well for years to come. Which …
Published: April 2019
Buy the WinnerCod and Potato Cakes
These seaside cakes can easily turn out bland and mushy. We fixed that while sta…
Published: March 2020
May/June 2019 Letter From the Editor: Special Sauce
Dan reflects on his greatest takeaway from his brief tenure working the line at …
Published: April 2019
Easy Garnishes We Can’t Live Without
There’s no better way to fend off dinner doldrums than to keep a variety of ultr…
Published: April 2019
How to Cook with Zucchini Blossoms
Delicate, faintly sweet zucchini blossoms are now seasonally available in many f…
Published: April 2019
Learning How to Make Challah at Rosenfeld’s Bagels
Our morning at this beloved Newton, Massachusetts, bakery was filled with old co…
Published: April 2019
The Truth About Cooking with Convection
Many ovens these days offer convection capabilities, with manufacturers professi…
Published: April 2019
Tasting Capers
We love the briny, vegetal flavor and subtle crunch of capers.
Which product i…
Published: April 2019
Grinding Away on Black Peppercorns
Black pepper has been used in cooking for centuries, but we still have a lot to …
Published: April 2019
How to Care for Your Wood or Bamboo Cutting Board
Published: April 2019
Testing Heavy-Duty Cutting Boards
A good wood or bamboo cutting board can serve you well for years to come. Which …
Published: April 2019
Testing Pot Holders
Don’t get burned by bad pot holders. We tested nine sets to find two models that…
Published: April 2019
Do You Need a Sous Vide Lid?
Plastic wrap can cover almost any sous vide cooking vessel with ease, but we wan…
Published: April 2019
Testing the ChefSteps Joule Big Clamp
You can use the sous vide cooking method in almost any container in your kitchen…
Published: April 2019
Testing Electric Egg Cookers
Electric egg cookers offer speed and convenience, but are any worth buying?
Published: April 2019
Testing Manual Food Choppers and Processors
Is a manual food processor a good alternative to an electric one?
Published: April 2019
Testing the Perfect Drink Smart Cocktail Maker
This smart kitchen scale promises to help you mix drinks like a pro. Does it del…
Published: April 2019
New England Cod and Potato Cakes
This seaside classic transforms two basic ingredients into a satisfying meal. Ou…
Published: April 2019
Murgh Makhani (Indian Butter Chicken)
Of course it should be rich and creamy. But for a version of this restaurant cla…
Published: April 2019
Our Favorite Challah
Ritual and muscle memory have carried this soft, rich Jewish loaf through genera…
Published: April 2019
Hand-Rolled Ravioli
With our supermalleable dough, you don’t need a pasta machine—or the skills of a…
Published: April 2019
Overhauling Sloppy Joes
We examined every aspect of this family favorite to produce sandwiches with tend…
Published: April 2019
Modern, Hearty Scrambled Eggs
Ham and cheddar aren’t your only options. We’ve got plenty of new ideas for swit…
Published: April 2019
Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies
Commonplace ingredients and a quick mixing method make these cookies convenient;…
Published: April 2019
Tuscan Grilled Pork Ribs
With no sauce and minimal seasoning, rosticciana forgoes the hallmarks of Americ…
Published: April 2019
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