The standard approach of “add wings and sauce to slow cooker, turn on, and wait,” left us with flabby wings and a diluted sauce. We wanted moist wings, lacquered with a sweet yet tangy sauce—the stickier and messier, the better.
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EQUIPMENT Dutch Ovens
Dutch ovens are heavier and thicker than stockpots and deeper than a skillet, which makes them the best choice for braises, pot roasts, and stews—but our favorites cost more than $200. Ouch! Could we find a cheaper version that performs almost as well? We rounded up 10 models to find out.
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GREAT AMERICAN CAKE Washington Cream Pie
Similar to Boston Cream Pie, this tender white cake is filled with custard and topped with rich chocolate icing. But unlike its cousin, it is further enhanced by layers of raspberry jam.
MENU Super Bowl Menu
We wanted a simple chili recipe that married its three main components—ground meat, tomatoes, and chili powder—to create a flavorful, no-fuss dish. We focused on using spices packed with flavor and found that a combination of tomato products helped create a chili that was a sure crowd-pleaser. Nachos, Caesar dip, lemon bars, and brownies round out this game-day menu.
COOK'S COUNTRY EXTRAS Pizza Wheels
If you use a knife to cut pizza, you’ll pull cheese in every direction. A pizza wheel is essential, and we wanted one large and sharp enough to glide through thick and thin crusts without dislodging toppings. To see the complete Cook's Extras archive, click here.
KITCHEN SHORTCUTS
We’re currently planning our upcoming issues of Cook's Country and are looking for your kitchen shortcuts to share with other readers. If we publish your shortcut, you’ll receive a one-year subscription to Cook's Country. To submit your kitchen shortcut, click here.
