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How we tested the toasters When it comes to the perfect piece of toast, sliced white sandwich bread is the ultimate blank slate—so we started by grabbing a few bags of Wonder Bread to gauge how each machine could handle the basics. We toasted pieces of bread at each setting on the low to high … Read more
If you’re doing any kind of large-scale roasting or grilling of meat, you’ve probably paid a hefty price for your protein, so the last thing you want to do is to rely on guesswork or a nebulous range of cook times in a recipe (that don’t factor in your oven’s quirks, your grill’s cold spots, … Read more
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I make roasted chickpeas more than I make pretty much anything else. They’re easy, super satisfying, and incredibly versatile: They work well as a snackable alternative to potato chips, a protein-packed side dish, or even a crunchy and flavorful salad topper. Because I’m such a devoted fan of the dish, I’ve picked up a few … Read more
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One thing to love about chain restaurants is that they’re consistent. Venturing out to a new pizza place doesn’t always result in love at first slice, and even frozen pies can be just a bit off sometimes. But when it comes to popular pizza chains, even if it’s been years since you last ordered, you … Read more
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“Men and melons are hard to know,” wrote Benjamin Franklin. Preach, Ben! However, there are some telltale signs that can help us select good melons. (Not sure I can say the same about mankind…) So, what are we looking for in the perfect melon? “It’s not just about flavor, aroma, and sweetness,” says Thanh Truong, … Read more
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There are two kinds of disappointment in the kitchen. One is when you know your subpar dinner is your own fault, and had you taken just a little more care you wouldn’t be choking down such an unsatisfying meal. The other is when the problem lies with subpar ingredients that fail to be what you … Read more
First, make sure your kitchen cupboards are full to bursting with affordable staples you’ll use frequently. Try these to start with… Tinned chickpeas, lentils and pulses Tinned tomatoes Frozen fruit and veg Rice and dried pasta Tinned fish Spices and seasoning 2. Learn to batch cook Cook once, freeze and enjoy meals at a later … Read more
Teenage lunchbox ideas Recipes rich in iron Girls especially are at risk of being low in this mineral, so include plenty of iron-rich choices like lean meat, dark green leafy veg, dried fruit like apricots, chickpeas, lentils and beans. Quinoa salad with grilled halloumiSpicy rice burritosLamb koftasTofu, greens & cashew stir-fry More like this Recipes … Read more
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We are a nation of snackers: Most U.S. adults eat at least one snack every day. Snacking is so significant, data suggests snacks contribute to approximately 20% of most adults’ total calorie intake per day. It isn’t hard to find a snack that tastes good. From chips to chocolate, a tasty nosh isn’t difficult to … Read more
For more on subscriptions, visit our reviews section to find 400+ review round-ups, including the best recipe boxes, veg boxes, gin, beer, cheese and coffee deliveries, plus even the best meal delivery services for when you don’t have time to cook. Jump to section: Best meat boxes at a glance Best meat box for a … Read more