Published: October 2014
Salted ButterThere are plenty of butters out there. Could we find one worth its salt?
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Hard Apple CiderWe tasted four nationally available hard ciders both plain and cooked in recipes…
Published: October 2014
Almost No-Knead Seeded Rye BreadA no-fuss recipe is revolutionizing home baking but trades flavor and reliabilit…
Published: October 2014
Almost No-Knead Olive, Rosemary, and Parmesan BreadA no-fuss recipe that is revolutionizing home baking trades flavor and reliabili…
Published: October 2014
Almost No-Knead Cranberry-Pecan BreadA no-fuss recipe that is revolutionizing home baking trades flavor and reliabili…
Published: January 2014
Almost No-Knead BreadA no-fuss recipe that is revolutionizing home baking trades flavor and reliabili…
Published: October 2014
Chicken Tikka MasalaFor this weeknight meal, we save time by cooking cubed chicken right in the flav…
Published: October 2014
Sausage and Red Pepper Polenta LasagnaPrecooked polenta, simply sliced and placed in a single layer in the casserole d…
Published: October 2014
Salmon Tacos with Latin SlawSkin-on salmon fillets hold together during cooking, and the skin helps keep the…
Published: October 2014
Hoisin-Glazed Pork TenderloinA potent Asian-style glaze means you don’t have to marinate the meat, so this we…
Published: October 2014
Linguine with White Clam SauceFor this quick weeknight meal, we opted for the convenience of canned chopped cl…
Published: October 2014
Fig, Gorgonzola, and Prosciutto PizzaWe bake this weeknight pizza in an oiled baking sheet to ensure a crisp—not flop…
Published: October 2014
Bourbon-Butter Steak Tips with Maple Mashed Sweet PotatoesFor a quick, flavorful weeknight meal, we make the bourbon pan sauce in the skil…
Published: October 2014
Crispy Chicken with Sauteed Radishes, Spinach, and BaconFor this weeknight meal, we cook the chicken in rendered bacon fat which ensures…
Published: October 2014
Mocha Walnut Bundt CakeCozy up to this humble but satisfying Bundt: A swirled mocha and walnut cake und…
Published: October 2014
Lazy Day Pot RoastThis easy but unusual pot roast recipe features a flavorful chuck-eye roast that…
Published: October 2014
Quick Red Onion and Jalapeño PicklesMaking pickles at home can be a real headache. We sought an easier way.
Published: October 2014
Quick GiardinieraMaking pickles at home can be a real headache. We sought an easier way.
Published: October 2014
Quick Fennel PicklesMaking pickles at home can be a real headache. We sought an easier way.
Published: October 2014
Quick Carrot PicklesMaking pickles at home can be a real headache. We sought an easier way.
Published: October 2014
Quick Bread and Butter PicklesMaking pickles at home can be a real headache. We sought an easier way.
Published: October 2014
Reduced-Fat Pastitsio (Greek Lasagna)The classic version of this rich, creamy layered Greek casserole is easy to love…
Published: October 2014
Fried Chicken for TwoTo make a scaled-down version of fried chicken, we had to take the “deep” out of…
Published: October 2014
Slow-Cooker Roast Beef with Mushroom GravyWe had our doubts. But if you use a few tricks, your slow cooker can produce a …
Published: October 2014
Bee Sting CakeA bread-like base, a custard filling, and a crown with crunch—there’s a lot to l…
Published: August 2014
Kielbasa CasseroleThis Polish American casserole too often starts with canned soup. We wanted to m…
Published: October 2014
Stuffed Meatballs with MarinaraStuffing meatballs with cheese is easy. But keeping them stuffed? That’s a diffe…
Published: October 2014
Marinated MushroomsSimply dropping raw mushrooms into a marinade won’t do. We show you the
trick t…
Published: October 2014
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Potato Biscuits with BaconThe science was promising, but the biscuits were disappointing. We found an unli…
Published: October 2014
Potato Biscuits with Cheddar and ScallionsThe science was promising, but the biscuits were disappointing. We found an unli…
Published: October 2014
Potato Biscuits with ChivesThe science was promising, but the biscuits were disappointing. We found an unli…
Published: October 2014
Chicken Chow MeinWe were determined to rescue this Chinese American restaurant classic from its d…
Published: October 2014
Bibb Lettuce Salad with Yogurt-Dijon DressingDelicate greens call for careful dressing. We wanted
to find the right balance.
Published: October 2014
Beef Pot PieMeaty stew under a flaky crust—beef pot pie is as comforting as it gets. Could w…
Published: October 2014
Ballpark PretzelsProfessional bakers have their tricks, but you can make warm, salty, chewy pretz…
Published: October 2014
Senate Navy Bean SoupA mainstay in the U.S. Senate dining room for more than a century, this simple b…
Published: October 2014
Shrimp BurgersTo capture the big shrimp flavor in this beloved Lowcountry dish, we had to make…
Published: October 2014
Maple Syrup PieWe wanted to take this classic New England pie back to its roots, with real mapl…
Published: October 2014
Creamed Kale with ChestnutsThis hearty green makes a great substitute for more common creamed spinach—
but…
Published: October 2014
Cider-Glazed Root Vegetables with Pomegranate and CilantroTo brighten up the flavors of fall vegetables, we gave them a stiff shot of hard…
Published: October 2014
Cider-Glazed Root Vegetables with Apple and TarragonTo brighten up the flavors of fall vegetables, we gave them a stiff shot of hard…
Published: October 2014
Cracker Dressing with Dried Cranberries and PecansIn 19th-century America, crackers often stood in for bread in stuffings and dres…
Published: October 2014
Turkey in a Pot with GravyAfter deciding to cook a turkey breast instead of a whole turkey, we looked to a…
Published: October 2014
Test Kitchen Tips for Yeasted BreadHere are some test kitchen tips that work with just about any yeasted bread reci…
Published: October 2014
FloursIn spite of its name, all-purpose flour isn’t the best choice for every task. He…
Published: October 2014
Can Sweet Hungarian and Spanish Paprikas be Used Interchangeably?What is the difference between sweet Hungarian paprika and Spanish paprika? Can …
Published: October 2014
Making Caramelized Onions from Onions Chopped in AdvanceCan one make caramelized onions from onions that were chopped a few days ago?
Published: October 2014
Does Pricking Eggs Before Cooking Make Them Easier to Peel?Does pricking eggs before cooking result in hard-cooked eggs that are easier to …
Published: October 2014
Can You Develop Fond in a Nonstick Skillet?Is it possible to get a good sear on a steak in a nonstick skillet? Will there b…
Published: October 2014
Determining a Honeydew Melon's Sweetness Before BuyingHow can I tell if a whole honeydew melon will be sweet?
Published: October 2014
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Innovative Dish Drying RacksWhile dish racks are not the most exciting kitchen purchase, they are an essenti…
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