You need a French press, but not just for coffee. Even if you favor other methods for making your morning brew, there are so many French press hacks that will make this glass-and-chrome carafe your new favorite kitchen tool. A French press isn’t just something for caffeine dispensing—rather it’s an all-in-one strainer/mixer/squeezer/wonder workhorse. Reject the … Read more
People probably think I carry a purse that’s as big as your average toddler for fashion purposes—but those who know me well know I’ve actually got a serious arsenal of mini condiment bottles, packets, and jars slung over my shoulder at any given time. Why? Because sometimes mediocre salads and bland take-out desk lunches happen—this … Read more
Back to the top Whynter 201-SB Compressor Ice Cream Maker Specs Type: Compressor Size: 12.5″ x 10.75″ x 14.25″ Capacity: 2.1 quarts Weight: 24 lbs Warranty: 1 year The Whynter 201-SB is another excellent compressor machine and it’s $400 cheaper than the Lello Musso Lussino. The interface is straightforward, with buttons to toggle different modes, … Read more
Look, this is not the best bread machine. That’s the Breville. But for a bread maker that was a third the price of our top pick (at publish time) the Oster ExpressBake did a decent job—we didn’t get evenly risen loaves, but we did get evenly browned ones with a nice crumb. This one has … Read more
The specific settings for things like cookies and pizza in the Breville Joule Oven use the heating elements differently to help you get the best texture for different foods. Emily Farris Factors we evaluated Toasting capability When making toast—a toaster oven’s primary function—we looked for even color on both sides of the bread. In back-to-back … Read more
Welcome to Clean Enough, a new kind of cleaning column for busy home cooks who have better things to do than scrub and sanitize around the clock. Every few weeks, neurodivergent writer and mom Emily Farris shares tips, tools, and products that can help you stay on top of the dirtiest spots in the kitchen … Read more
Amazon Prime Day comes but once (OK, maybe twice) a year, and 2024 is no exception. While the online retailer hasn’t set the date just yet, it’s never too early to prepare yourself to score a slew of savings on small appliances, cooking gadgets, and other kitchen essentials. Jump to the deals Air fryers have … Read more
Amazon Prime Day is almost here, and if that’s not enough to perk you up, then maybe you need a new coffee maker. Luckily, the annual Prime Day sales event has proven to be a great opportunity to expand, upgrade, or begin your collection of caffeinating kitchen appliances. Jump to the deals Whether you’re in … Read more
If you haven’t already marked your calendar, it’s almost time for the mid-summer sales event we’ve come to know and love as Amazon Prime Day. Past Prime Days have offered kitchen product and appliance deals, including countertop appliances like air fryers, multi-cookers and Instant Pots, stand mixers from KitchenAid, and all kinds of coffee makers. … Read more
I was a vegan at one point in my life, so I know firsthand what being a plant-based eater in an omnivore’s world is like—and all about the vegan gifts will actually impress. Your vegan friend or family member will likely appreciate anything that makes plant-based eating and living a little more convenient for them—the … Read more