Published: February 2018
How to Mix Cake Recipes Many cake recipes specifically state not to overmix the batter. But box mixes i…
Published: February 2018
Does a Beet’s Color Affect its Flavor?We tasted three common varieties—golden, red, and Chioggia—to find out.
Published: February 2018
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Jarred Pasta SauceThe supermarket is filled with a maddening number of pasta sauce options. Are an…
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Published: February 2018
Easy Ground Beef ChiliMaking chili doesn’t have to be an all-day affair: Our complex, savory ground-be…
Published: February 2018
Easy Peanut Butter-Marshmallow BrowniesOur easy mixing method opened the door for some exciting variations.
Published: February 2018
Beef and Broccoli Stir-FryA brighter, fresher take on a tired takeout favorite is easier than you think.
Published: February 2018
Slow-Cooker Brazilian Black Bean and Pork StewCreating this soul-warming stew used to be a time-consuming labor of love.
We d…
Published: February 2018
Shrimp TacosThese melty, crispy, shrimp-and-salsa-filled bundles might be the best tacos you…
Published: February 2018
Spicy Black Bean BurgersAdding ground tortilla chips to our bean burgers not only helps bind them togeth…
Published: February 2018
Weeknight Porchetta with Lemony BroccoliniCould we find a way to turn a project recipe into a quick weeknight dinner? Yes …
Published: February 2018
Prosciutto Bread with ProvoloneWhy just pile cured meats atop your bread when you can embed them deep within?
Published: February 2018
Prosciutto BreadWhy just pile cured meats atop your bread when you can embed them deep within?
Published: February 2018
Pickled JalapeñosWhat jarred pickled jalapeños offer in convenience, they lack in fresh flavor.
Published: February 2018
Peanut Butter ButtercreamTo get the creamiest, most satiny texture for this buttercream, we heated egg wh…
Published: February 2018
One-Pan Sweet Italian Sausage with PolentaA hot oven produced excellent results, but could our skillet stand the heat?
Published: February 2018
Old-Fashioned Chicken Noodle SoupOur aim: a rich, soothing soup that's easy enough to make on a sick day.
Published: February 2018
Needhams (Potato Candy)There's potato in there? Yes, but you wouldn't know it from eating these creamy,…
Published: February 2018
Hoosier PieThis sweet, simple pie was missing consistency, but don't despair. We found it.
Published: February 2018
Green Beans with Tomatoes and OlivesHere's how to dress up green beans with lively Mediterranean flavors.
Published: February 2018
Fried Brussels Sprouts with Sriracha Dipping SauceOur easy frying method brings out the best in this underappreciated vegetable.
Published: February 2018
Fried Brussels Sprouts with Lemon-Chive Dipping SauceOur easy frying method brings out the best in this underappreciated vegetable.
Published: February 2018
Fettuccine with Walnut SauceMaking a quick walnut sauce in the food processor enables us to get this creamy,…
Published: February 2018
Easy White Chocolate-Raspberry BrowniesOur easy mixing method opened the door for some exciting variations.
Published: February 2018
Easy Nutella-Hazelnut BrowniesOur easy mixing method opened the door for some exciting variations.
Published: February 2018
Easy Chocolate-Mint BrowniesOur easy mixing method opened the door for some exciting variations.
Published: February 2018
Easy Chocolate Chunk BrowniesOur easy mixing method opened the door for some exciting variations.
Published: February 2018
Creamy Kale Salad with Skirt SteakWe wanted a weeknight recipe with big, hearty flavors that came together quickly…
Published: February 2018
Couscous Risotto with Chicken and SpinachRemoving the chicken from the pot after browning it helps keep it from turning d…
Published: February 2018
Caraway Pork Chops with Bacon-Mustard Potato SaladBacon sprinkled on top of chops and potatoes is good. But cooking the chops in t…
Published: February 2018
Shepherd's Pie for TwoThis hearty dish traditionally serves a hungry family. I wanted it for a date ni…
Published: February 2018
Salmon with Sesame-Scallion Rice and Cucumber SaladWe turned to an old restaurant trick to create perfectly crisp skin on these sim…
Published: February 2018
Roasted Chicken Thighs with Potatoes, Fennel, and FigsRoasting the vegetables on the lowest oven rack and not stirring them as they ro…
Published: February 2018
Ricotta-Chocolate Chip CookiesI begged a childhood friend for her mother's recipe for these cakey, tender cook…
Published: February 2018
Spice-Roasted Carrots and Shallots with Pumpkin Seeds and YogurtThe keys to great cooked carrots are high heat and lots of flavorful browning.
Published: February 2018
Roasted Carrots and ShallotsThe keys to great cooked carrots are high heat and lots of flavorful browning.
Published: February 2018
Wine-Braised Short RibsWith a bit of time and one surprising ingredient, you can make restaurant-qualit…
Published: February 2018
Spinach RiceThe road to this Greek-inspired side was paved with crunchy rice—until we smooth…
Published: February 2018
Chocolate-Peanut Butter CakeSweeten your day with this cake’s lavish chocolate layers, peanut butter frostin…
Published: February 2018
Cast Iron Baked ChickenCould a cast-iron skillet help our pursuit of juicy meat and lovely brown skin?
Published: February 2018
Buffalo Chicken DipThis dip promises all the spicy flavor of Buffalo wings in convenient dip form.
Published: February 2018
Bubble and SqueakThe name's a little quirky, but this dish—a deliciously crispy mess of fried mas…
Published: February 2018
Drop MeatballsWe wanted a streamlined route to tender meatballs
in a brightly flavored sauce.
Published: February 2018
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Kitchen TongsWhich pair offers the best precision and comfort?
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Garlic PressesSure, you can mince garlic with a knife, but a good garlic press makes the job f…
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